Work Experience

Work Experience Enrollment Limitation

Current employment or internship placement is required to participate in some WORK courses. Visit the MPC Work Experience website to learn more about work experience opportunities and requirements. 

WORK 93 -  Pathways to Impact  (1 unit)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 17 hours lecture  
Explore K–12 Education, Climate Action, Food Security, and Health Equity while connecting with local nonprofits to gain hands-on experience. Students will explore the social, systemic, and policy contexts of each area, identify personal interests and skills, and learn strategies for selecting and securing an internship that aligns with their goals. Through research, reflection, and guided engagement, students will be prepared to contribute meaningfully to nonprofit organizations addressing real community needs. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  

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WORK 94 -  Civic Action for Community Impact  (3 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 42.5 hours lecture  
Strengthen your foundation in civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions that support informed community engagement and meaningful action. Students explore social issues through service-learning experiences, with an emphasis on analyzing systemic inequities and their impact on diverse communities. Through critical reflection, community-based service, and collaborative projects, students cultivate civic responsibility and apply action-oriented strategies to address community-identified needs. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  

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WORK 95 -  Beyond the Classroom  (2 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 34 hours lecture  
Learn essential networking skills and strategies to unlock the potential of professional connections within a chosen academic and career pathway. Develop transferable skills crucial for career advancement, including communication, relationship-building, and strategic networking techniques. Tap into professional networks, enhance career prospects, and scale professional growth effectively. Ideal for those looking to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional success. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  

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WORK 96 -  Professional and Essential Skills  (2 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  Total hours: 34 hours lecture  
Enhance your employability and excel in your career by focusing on developing the critical skills demanded by employers across diverse industries. Interactive exercises and real-world applications will help you develop these essential skills. Learn how to self-manage your career, adapt to organizational culture, master the art of networking, and build social capital with managers and mentors. Prepare to meet the demands of your chosen career, make a positive impact in your workplace, and enter your professional journey with confidence. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU  
GE Credit: MPC 7.2 Career Exploration  

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WORK 97 -  Service Learning Work Experience  (0.5-4 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  
Learn through action by combining classroom insights with hands-on community service. Experience this unique opportunity to enact real change within your community while simultaneously developing valuable skills and knowledge that will elevate your personal and professional growth. You may collaborate directly with local non-profit organizations, community groups, or social enterprises to tackle genuine issues and contribute to impactful projects. Harness the skills required to solve real-world challenges, nurture a sense of social responsibility, and cultivate a profound commitment to civic engagement. An internship or volunteer position consisting of 51 hours of unpaid work experience per unit is required.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000 and WORK 96  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Repetition allowed for work experience education courses  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU  
GE Credit: MPC 7.2 Career Exploration  

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WORK 98 -  Exploratory Work Experience  (0.5-4 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  
Venture into the world, gain hands-on experience, and uncover your passions and career interests. Step out of the classroom to gain valuable insights that will fuel your career aspirations. Develop practical skills and make informed decisions about your future academic path, using this journey of exploration and self-discovery as a guide. A job, internship, or volunteer position consisting of 51 hours of paid or unpaid work experience per unit is required.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000 and WORK 96  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Repetition allowed for work experience education courses  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU  
GE Credit: MPC 7.2 Career Exploration  

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WORK 99 -  Career-Focused Work Experience   (0.5-4 units)  
Letter Grade (LG) or Pass/No Pass (P/NP) •  
Bridge academic learning and real-world application by gaining practical experience in your chosen field of study. This immersive experience is tailored to enhance your employability. Actively engage with industry professionals, apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, and cultivate the essential skills needed for a successful career. By participating in a professional journey, you will be poised to make a seamless transition from academia to the workforce, well-prepared and confident in your abilities. A job, internship, or volunteer position consisting of 51 hours of paid or unpaid work experience per unit is required.  
Advisory: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL C1000 and WORK 96  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Repetition allowed for work experience education courses  
Credit transferable: Transfers to CSU  
GE Credit: MPC 7.2 Career Exploration  

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WORK 493 -  Pathways to Impact  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  Total hours: 17 hours lecture  
Explore K–12 Education, Climate Action, Food Security, and Health Equity while connecting with local nonprofits to gain hands-on experience. Students will explore the social, systemic, and policy contexts of each area, identify personal interests and skills, and learn strategies for selecting and securing an internship that aligns with their goals. Through research, reflection, and guided engagement, students will be prepared to contribute meaningfully to nonprofit organizations addressing real community needs. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 494 -  Civic Action for Community Impact  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  Total hours: 42.5 hours lecture  
Strengthen your foundation in civic knowledge, skills, and dispositions that support informed community engagement and meaningful action. Students explore social issues through service-learning experiences, with an emphasis on analyzing systemic inequities and their impact on diverse communities. Through critical reflection, community-based service, and collaborative projects, students cultivate civic responsibility and apply action-oriented strategies to address community-identified needs. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 495 -  Beyond the Classroom  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  Total hours: 34 hours lecture  
Learn essential networking skills and strategies to unlock the potential of professional connections within a chosen academic and career pathway. Develop transferable skills crucial for career advancement, including communication, relationship-building, and strategic networking techniques. Tap into professional networks, enhance career prospects, and scale professional growth effectively. Ideal for those looking to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional success. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Instructor referral and/or approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 496 -  Professional and Essential Skills  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  Total hours: 34 hours lecture  
Enhance your employability and excel in your career by focusing on developing the critical skills demanded by employers across diverse industries. Interactive exercises and real-world applications will help you develop these essential skills. Learn how to self-manage your career, adapt to organizational culture, master the art of networking, and build social capital with managers and mentors. Prepare to meet the demands of your chosen career, make a positive impact in your workplace, and enter your professional journey with confidence. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 497 -  Service Learning Work Experience  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  
Learn through action by combining classroom insights with hands-on community service. Experience this unique opportunity to enact real change within your community while simultaneously developing valuable skills and knowledge that will elevate your personal and professional growth. You may collaborate directly with local non-profit organizations, community groups, or social enterprises to tackle genuine issues and contribute to impactful projects. Harness the skills required to solve real-world challenges, nurture a sense of social responsibility, and cultivate a profound commitment to civic engagement. An internship or volunteer position consisting of 26-204 hours of unpaid work experience is required.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 498 -  Exploratory Work Experience  (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  
Venture into the world, gain hands-on experience, and uncover your passions and career interests. Step out of the classroom to gain valuable insights that will fuel your career aspirations. Develop practical skills and make informed decisions about your future academic path, using this journey of exploration and self-discovery as a guide. A job, internship, or volunteer position consisting of 26-204 hours of paid or unpaid work experience is required.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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WORK 499 -  Career-Focused Work Experience   (0 units)  
Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Only •  
Bridge academic learning and real-world application by gaining practical experience in your chosen field of study. This immersive experience is tailored to enhance your employability. Actively engage with industry professionals, apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, and cultivate the essential skills needed for a successful career. By participating in a professional journey, you will be poised to make a seamless transition from academia to the workforce, well-prepared and confident in your abilities. A job, internship, or volunteer position consisting of 26, 51, 102, 153 or 204 hours of paid or unpaid work experience.  
Enrollment limitation(s): Current employment or internship placement and instructor approval required to participate.  
Repeatable: Noncredit  

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