Providing students of modest economic means with a college preparatory education aimed at helping young men and women develop the habits of mind and spirit that will enable them to be successful in college, in their careers, and in life.

Providing meaningful opportunities for professionals to interact with and mentor students while making a difference in their lives. Over 100 Cleveland-area businesses, firms, and non-profits have partnered with Saint Martin.

Saint Martin invites students into our school community who are committed to academic, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical growth. During the admissions process, Saint Martin reviews academic, disciplinary, and attendance records, as well as teacher recommendations.

While we are serious about preparing students for college and career success, we also believe that school should be fun! Caring for the whole student, we believe that involvement in extracurriculars is essential to continuing to form talented, well-rounded, and interesting individuals.

How old do you have to be to participate?

The Department of Labor mandates that students be 14 years old to participate in the Corporate Work Study Program.

Does the Corporate Work Study Program interfere with classroom instruction?

No. Corporate Work Study is structured in a way that does not interfere with classroom instruction. Our extended school day and academic year provide the additional instructional time needed to meet state requirements. Students go to work one day a week and have classroom instruction on the other 4 days.

Do all students participate in the Corporate Work Study Program?

Yes. The Corporate Work Study Program is a part of the curriculum at Saint Martin. All students participate in the program from freshmen to senior year, financing a portion of their own tuition.

Does the student get to choose their workplace?

During our Lion Pride Institute (a summer leadership program to prepare new students for high school), faculty and staff will begin to assess each student's personal gifts and interests. The Corporate Work Study staff will use this information to place students in an organization where they will be successful. Students will also complete an assessment noting what careers they are interested in. Although it will not line up perfectly, our team does their best to match student interests with job placements.

How do the students get to work?

Saint Martin de Porres High School is responsible for all transportation to and from work. Students will be transported by van or school bus.

Our Partners

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AVI Foodsystems, Inc.
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland
Olympic Forest Products Company
The Smith & Oby Service Company
Speedeon Data
Green Inspiration Academy
Parker Hannifin Corp
Beachland Ballroom
Thompson Hine
DVA Architecture
Naturepedic
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
Valley Truck Centers
Minute Men Staffing Services
Towards Employment
Evarts Tremaine
Cuyahoga Community College
Ashton Technology Solutions
Corvus Janitorial Systems
Walton Elementary Schools
Julie Billiart School
Zelman & Associates
Jones Day
University Circle Inc.
Western Reserve Trust Company
Frantz Ward
Magnet
Cleveland Clinic
The Welsh Academy
College Now of Greater Cleveland
DMT
Great Lakes Adventures
McGregor Foundation
Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland
KJK
The Intergenerational School
Cleveland Research Company
American Red Cross, Greater Cleveland Chapter
 The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Southwest General Hospital
Littler
Saint Martine de Porres High School- Advancement
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Guardian Title
Benesch
Eaton Corporation
Fairview Hospital
World Synergy
Destination Cleveland
Ranpak
Global Ambassadors Language Academy
Sherwin Williams
Warner Girls Leadership Academy
Partnership Schools
St. Francis School
ABA Insurance Services
Shoes and Clothes for Kids
Cleveland City Council
Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Supporting Foundation
Cleveland Metroparks
Cleveland Public Market
Ss. Robert and William Catholic School
Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
Watson Family Connection Foundation of Success
Cleveland Children's Museum
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Kodis
Urban Community
Vinson
Key Bank
The Cleveland History Center
Synthomer Foundation
Rainey Institute
Lake Erie Crushers
The Whiting - Turner Contracting Company
US Protective Services
Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation
Cleveland Foundation
Ohio Attorney General's Office
Nock & Son Company
Greater Cleveland RTA
The Effective Leadership Academy
John Carroll University
Cleveland Menu Printing Inc.
Tucker Ellis & West LLP
Neighborhood Family Practice
Shurtape Technologies, LLC
Natural History Museum
Cavitch Familo & Durkin Co. LPA
Malachi House
First Mutual Holding Co.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Baird Cleveland
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Jarvis Gibson Foundation
Cleveland Public Library
Gesu Catholic School
City of Cleveland
Linking Employment Abilities and Potential
MetroHealth Medical Center
GatePass Capital
SG Morris an APPLIED Fluid Power Company
Zelie's Home
Akron Children's
Baker Hostetler LLP
William Rainey Harper School
Regina Health Center
AeroControlex Group
Geauga Mechanical
Bratenahl Capital Partners
My Happy Place Therapy & Wellness Center
Avanzamos Unidos
Roundstone Insurance
Mound STEM School
Aero Fluid Products
Reminger Co., LPA
St. Aloysius - St. Agatha
Judson Services, Inc.
Stockyard Community School
Catholic Charities Health and Human Services
Applied Industrial Technologies
Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity
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