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Fred Lumpkin, Corporate Work Study Director  Detroit Cristo Rey High School, joined EverythingHR host Felicia G. Harris to discuss his school's program that provides interns to businesses around Metro Detroit. Within this work study program, Fred is going on his fifth year of being responsible for over 330 students that are employees at over 80 different organizations. Fred explains how Cristo Rey works between high school students and workforce partners, the high level of professional training that students receive, and the ample amount of benefits for employers.
What exactly is Detroit Cristo ReyWhat types of results has Cristo Rey managed to achieveHow is the work study program financially supportedWhat types of organizations are partnered with Cristo ReyHow does the training support and resources work between Cristo Rey and business    partnersHow is timelessness and attendance of students addressedThere are six or seven different employment industries that students work inHow does the summer program workWhat does Cristo Rey do to support students and partnersAre short term employment opportunities availableFred Lumpkin provides a summary of Detroit Cristo ReyThere is a difference between experience and talent
3 Key Points:
Detroit Cristo Rey is part of a network of 35 schools, covering over 12,000 students, in 22 states.  Students go to school four days a week and work one day a week.Cristo Rey provides direct transportation to and from work sites for all students.
https://www.detroitcristorey.org/