Job Shadow A Career in Action

What is a Job Shadow?

A job shadow is an opportunity for you to follow and observe a professional in their workplace for 2-8 Hours. This experience allows you to see what a typical day looks like in a specific career, ask questions, and learn about the skills and education needed for the job. It's a great way to explore different career options and gain real-world insights. 

How to Apply

2. Apply

Explore the businesses below and apply for a job shadow that interests you. Attach your permission form to your application.

  1. Sign

Complete the permission form by obtaining signatures from your guardian, yourself, and a teacher at your school. You can use either the English Form or Spanish Form for this step. 

3. Schedule

If accepted, our team will contact you and connect you with your job shadow host to schedule a date and time for your visit.

Job Shadow Host Sites

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Plant Operator, QC Technician, Driver, Laborer, Dispatch and/or Dispatch/Scale Operator

    Riverbend Materials

  • Location: Canby, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Project Engineer, Foreman and/or Superintendent

    Canby Excavating

  • Location: Newberg, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Health Services, Facility Services, and/or Dining Services

    FULL at this time

    Friendsview

  • Location: Independence, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: EMS and/or Fire Services with the possibility of an Ambulance Ride-Along

    Polk County Fire District

  • Location: Newberg, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Machinist

    ARE Manufacturing

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Electrician, Estimator, Office Staff, President

    Safety Electric

  • Location: Newberg, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Dental Hygienist

    Bizeau Dental

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: CNA, Program Instructor, Life Enrichment Director, Social Services Director, Maintenance/Plant Manager, Office Manager/Billing Specialist

    Tierra Rose Senior Living Community

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Mill Technician, Mill Technician Supervisor and/or Safety Team Lead

    Meadowfoam Natural Plant Products

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Marketing and Communications

    Dry Humor Marketing

  • Location: Salem, Oregon

    Job Shadow Options: Line Cook, Prep Cook, Expo/Runner, Front of House/Guest Interaction, Operations/Small Business Management

    Runaway Kitchen

Don’t see a job shadow opportunity that sparks your interest?

You may request a job shadow at a company or industry you are interested in! All requests will be taken into consideration and fulfilled as staff/partners are able.