CITY COLLEGE OF SAN FRANCISCO COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE EDUCATION

Cooperative Work Experience Education (CWEE) is an instructional program in which CCSF students earn college credit for what they learn while working at paid jobs, internships, or volunteer positions.

BENEFITS TO THE STUDENTS

• Students are provided the opportunity to earn course credit for working in the industry related to the student's major or Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
• Offer students the opportunity to apply their skills while still in college, gain on-the-job experience, and "try out" a career before graduation.

BENEFITS TO THE EMPLOYER

• Give back to the community. Creating an internship program is an excellent way to give back.
• Student support. Students gain experience, develop skills, make connections, strengthen their resumes, learn about a field, and assess their interests and abilities.
• Hiring efficiency. Appeal to tomorrow's staff members when they are looking for internships.
• Increase productivity. Setting up an internship program allows you to take advantage of short-term support.

COURSE OVERVIEW

• 1 unit = Intern must work 60 hours on-site or remotely.
• 2 units = Intern must work 120 hours on-site or remotely.
• 3 class meetings are held throughout the semester.
  • No instructional classes.
  • An employer list will be provided.
• Students can search for their own internships.
• Students evaluate their internships upon completion.
• Letter grades are assigned based on the employer and the instructor's evaluation.

PROGRAM INFORMATION

In the Fashion Department, there are four Work Experience Programs:

FASH 60 - Fieldwork: Fashion Show and Events

Course Description: Fashion show/events work experience. Students work backstage for a variety of designers or stores and assist at fashion events.

Hour Requirements: 60 hours per semester

Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Set up a dressing area for a fashion show.
• Organize clothes and accessories backstage for smooth fashion show operations.
• Dress models according to designers' instructions.
• Work with production team to ensure timing and flow of the fashion show.

FASH 61 - Fashion Merchandising/Marketing Internship

Course Description: Fashion retail or wholesale internships with local employers to gain meaningful work experience.

Hour Requirements: 120 hours a semester, averages 12-15 hours a week.

Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Perform skills under the supervision essential to accomplishing practical fashion techniques.
• Describe the organization of the company in which the student is working and compare the various job functions necessary to work in various positions.
• Describe the skills involved in the jobs he/she has been assigned.

FASH 62 - Work Experience in Personal Styling

Course Description: Fashion retail or wholesale internships with local employers to gain meaningful work experience.

Hour Requirements: 120 hours a semester, averages 12-15 hours a week.

Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Perform skills under the supervision essential to accomplishing practical fashion techniques.
• Describe the organization of the company in which the student is working and compare the various job functions necessary to work in various positions.
• Describe the skills involved in the jobs he/she has been assigned.

FASH 63 - Fashion Design and Production Internship

Course Description: Internships with local fashion design and fashion production companies to gain meaningful work experience.

Hour Requirements: 120 hours a semester, averages 8 hours a week.

Students Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Perform skills under the tutelage of industry professionals.
• Describe the organization of the company in which the student is working and compare the various job functions necessary to work in various positions.
• Describe the skills involved in the jobs he/she has been assigned.

COMPANY PARTNERSHIPS

PARTNERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

FABRIX

https://fabrixsanfrancisco.com/
Instagram: @fabrixsf

About Fabrix:
Keelin Reddy is the owner of Fabrix, a sustainable fabric store located in San Francisco's Richmond district. Fabrix offers a wide selection of high-quality upcycled materials sourced from mills, designers, and manufacturers, all at unmatched prices. Keelin's vision for Fabrix is to provide San Francisco with another fabric store and to share her expertise in fabrics, trims, and retail business management to help the institution thrive.

Partnership Highlights:

• Conducted tours of her store for our Fashion Glossary classes, providing valuable insights into fabrics and their properties.
• Hosted an intern and ultimately offered the intern a permanent part-time position.
• Generously donated fabrics to our students.
• Participated in Zoom meetings for our classes, sharing her knowledge and expertise.

Keelin is a valued partner of our Fashion Department, generously supporting our students with resources and time. Her commitment to inspiring our fashion students and fostering their growth in design and product development is truly commendable. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Keelin and express our heartfelt gratitude for all that she does!

INTERN PROFILES

PAIGE MUGHANNAM
www.witchcraftbypaige.com
Instagram: @calamity_caller

I am currently working at Old Navy as an Associate Technical Designer. Old Navy believes in the democracy of style, creating fashionable and affordable styles for the whole family to enjoy. They believe in inclusivity, opportunity, sustainability, and accessibility for all.

I am a Bay Area native who has been sewing since 2014. Initially self-taught, I started taking classes on a whim and now have various fashion-related degrees including Theatre Costuming and Fashion Design. I have worked with designers to help their visions come to life, have taught beginners how to sew, and am currently working as a technical designer at Old Navy. My favorite types of projects have intricate details and are challenging in either design or construction.

NINA VO TRAN
teelicioussworld2801.wixsite.com/undressing/blog-1
Instagram: @undressing_under_the_stars

As a stylist, I feel extremely grateful to still be able to create; to bring joy by sharing my image consulting knowledge while delivering elegant clothes to my everyday customers during these difficult times.

I worked as an intern at my current company, The Reset, through an introduction from fashion instructor, Priscilla Fong, 3 years ago. It was a blessing. The Reset truly believes in the power of styling and empowering women - "Reset your wardrobe. Reset your life." The company is woman-owned, local, and caters to women of all sizes and lifestyles. The Reset was my first experience as a fashion curator. They gave me many opportunities to be in model fittings, magazine photoshoots, and networking dinners with companies such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. I had grown so much within the 6-month internship, I was offered a full-time position overlooking fashion shows, summer trunk shows, and managing VIP showrooms. Without the skills and hands-on experience I received FASH 60 & FASH 61 (like working as a dresser and assistant stylist in countless fashion shows), I would not be able to confidently take on all the projects The Reset has given me and be where I currently am.