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WORK EXPERIENCE COMPONENT: ON-THE-JOB TRAINING Description of the component. Provide a summary of the activities and services. On-the-job training as defined under WIOA (20 CFR 680.700), is designed to facilitate meaningful interactions with industry and community professionals. Whenever possible, participants will engage with these professionals in real-world settings, providing them with firsthand exposure to tasks relevant to their chosen fields. Where direct engagement is not feasible, simulated environments will be utilized to offer a similar level of practical experience. This approach ensures that participants gain valuable insights and hands- on skills that are directly aligned with their curriculum and instruction. The program covers a wide range of fields, including healthcare, retail, culinary arts, construction, landscaping, computer coding, and IT. In each of these areas, participants will have the opportunity to work on tasks that are integral to their future careers. For example, in the healthcare sector, participants may assist in laboratory settings, learning the intricacies of medical testing and diagnostics. In culinary arts, they might work in professional kitchens, honing their cooking techniques and understanding kitchen management. Construction and landscaping participants will gain experience with hands-on projects, from building structures to designing and maintaining outdoor spaces. In the fields of computer coding and IT, participants will tackle real-world problems, developing software solutions or managing IT systems. To support their educational goals, participants will receive in-person or virtual tutoring tailored to their individual needs. This tutoring will cover both academic subjects and practical skills, ensuring that participants are well-prepared for their future careers. The comprehensive support system is designed to help participants achieve educational milestones while simultaneously training for their chosen professions. Incorporating on-the-job training as defined under WIOA (20 CFR 680.700), upon successful completion of the training, it is anticipated that the employers involved in the program will retain the participants as employees. This expectation is based on the practical experience and industry-specific skills that participants will have acquired during the training. The goal is to create a seamless transition from training to employment, with participants being fully prepared to meet the demands of their new roles. This approach not only benefits the participants but also provides employers with well-trained, ready-to-work individuals who are familiar with the industry standards and expectations. Indicate the Target Population this component will serve. Select all that apply. ABAWDs Homeless Returning citizens (aka: ex-offenders) Single parents Students Those that reside in rural areas Underemployed Veterans 1/29/26, 9:31 AM State Plan OK FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-okfy26stateplan//index.html 82/156