Welcome to Co-Designing at WorkWonder

What does that mean?

At WorkWonder, we believe in the power of collaboration and the strength that emerges when diverse voices come together. Our Co-Designers are at the heart of this philosophy, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of our projects and creating a work environment that reflects their aspirations. We have Co-Designers actively participate in the planning process, ensuring that every voice is not only heard but also considered in shaping the direction of our projects. We believe Co-Designing is a dynamic and inclusive approach that fosters creativity, innovation, trust, and respect.

As a Co-Designer at Bayha Group, I have been incredibly lucky to have opportunities to work with various teams, anything from tech and database management to planning events. Through the support of mentors and experienced professionals in industry, I have developed important workplace competencies while making life long relationships along the way.

2024 WorkWonder
Apprenticeship Program

What is it?

The WorkWonder Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity to spend part of your summer getting paid to learn valuable skills and insights from professional mentors with experience in a variety of exciting industries.  

The WorkWonder Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity to spend part of your summer getting paid to learn valuable skills and insights from professional mentors with experience in a variety of exciting industries. 

Apply by April 1 at 10pm PT and rank your interest in the following Deep Dive topics. 

Who can apply?

11-grade juniors who have completed the Pre-Apprenticeship Program are eligible to apply for the Apprenticeship Program.

11-grade juniors in the Downey Unified School District who have completed the daylong Pre-Apprenticeship Conference are now eligible to apply for the Apprenticeship Program.

Please continue to visit this website regularly for the latest updates.

Questions? Email connect@bayhagroup.com

2024 Deep Dives

click on the deep dive titles for the full job description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & ENTREPRENEURIAL THINKING
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION PROJECT
EVENT PRODUCTION & PLANNING
GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
PRODUCT/SERVICE INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT

Timeline

Information Session

February 27 (Downey High School), March 8 (Warren High School)

Pre-Apprenticeship Conference

March 19 (Downey High School), March 20 (Warren High School)

Resume and Interview Workshop

March 26, 5:00 - 6:30pm

Applications Are Open

March 25

Applications Are Due

April 1, 10:00pm

Interviews

April 9-11, 16-17, 4:00 - 7:00pm

Receive Apprenticeship Offer

April 25

Accept or Decline the Offer

May 3

I-9 Document Review

May 20 - 31, specific date and time TBD

Complete, Sign, and Submit Hiring Documents

May 31

Apprenticeship Begins: Orientation Week

Welcome Session

June 10, 10:00 - 11:30am

Leadership is a Choice

June 10, 1:00 - 2:30pm

Microsoft 365 & Teams Training

June 11, 10:00 - 11:30am

Social Justice in the Workplace

June 12, 9:00 - 10:30am (part 1) & 11:00am - 12:30pm (part 2)

Introduction to LinkedIn

June 13, 10:00 - 11:30am

Guest speaker session

June 13, time TBD

Bayha Group Team Meetings

June 17 - July 29, every Monday, 1:00 - 2:30pm

Deep Dive Sessions

June 17 - July 29, time TBD

Livestream Final Showcase

July 22 - 25, time TBD

Join Celebration!

July 31, Warren High School Library, 8141 De Palma St., Downey, CA 90241

Apprenticeship Ends

August 1

WorkWonder Con

February 17, 2025, Bike Shed Moto Co, 1580 Industrial Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Timeline

Info session
February 27 (Downey), March 8 (Warren)

Pre-Apprenticeship Conference
March 19 (Downey), March 20 (Warren)

Resume and Interview workshop
March 26

Application applications are open
March 22

Applications due
April 1, 10pm PT

Interviews with Deep Dive Lead
April 9-11, 16-17

Receive Apprenticeship offer
April 25

Accept or Decline the offer
April 29

Complete, sign, and send hiring documents
May 7

Apprenticeship begins: Orientation week
June 10
- Leadership is a Choice (June 10, time TBC)
- Microsoft Teams training (June 11, time TBC)
- Social Justice in the Workplace (June 12, time TBC)
- Guest speaker session (June 13, time TBC)

Deep Dive sessions
June 17

Attend College Admissions Academy sessions (optional)
June - November

Present final showcase and join celebration!
July 29 - August 2

Apprenticeship ends
August

WorkWonder Con
TBD

Timeline

Info session
February 27 (Downey), March 8 (Warren)

Pre-Apprenticeship Conference
March 19 (Downey), March 20 (Warren)

Resume and Interview workshop
March 26

Application applications are open
March 22

Applications due
April 1, 10pm PT

Interviews with Deep Dive Lead
April 9-11, 16-17

Receive Apprenticeship offer
April 25

Accept or Decline the offer
April 29

Complete, sign, and send hiring documents
May 7

Apprenticeship begins: Orientation week
June 10

Deep Dive sessions
June 17

Attend College Admissions Academy sessions (optional)
June - November

Present final showcase and join celebration!
July 29 - August 2

Apprenticeship ends
August

WorkWonder Con
TBD

What we expect

Attend all work meetings.

This apprenticeship relies on virtual participation, so please keep your camera on as much as possible during meetings.

Complete all tasks assigned for this apprenticeship.

If you’re running late, have questions, need more time, or other accommodations – when in doubt, over-communicate.

Your work doesn’t have to be perfect, but it should be error-free (spelling and grammar check are your friends).

Early is on-time! Please be prompt for all meetings and assignments.

As an apprentice, you will need to demonstrate you have completed a set of competencies (instructions to come in onboarding).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a paid apprenticeship?

Yes, starting at $18 per hour.

What are the hours that apprentice typically work?

You will be working approximately 10-15 hours per week. 

Can I participate in school and/or sports and still have time to participate in this apprenticeship?

The expectation is that if you choose to do the apprenticeship, you are expected to attend all meetings, complete your project and other deliverables, and present during the public showcase. If your schedule and time management can accommodate these expectations, then this apprenticeship is for you.

What is it?

The WorkWonder Apprenticeship Program is an opportunity to spend part of your summer getting paid to learn valuable skills and insights from professional mentors with experience in a variety of exciting industries. Apply by April 1 at 5pm PT and rank your interest in the following Deep Dive topics. 

Click on the Deep Dive titles for the full job description.

Who can apply?

As a Co-Designer at Bayha Group, I have been incredibly lucky to have opportunities to work with various teams, anything from tech and database management to planning events. Through the support of mentors and experienced professionals in industry, I have developed important workplace competencies while making life long relationships along the way.