Youth Apprenticeship
OVERVIEW
Youth Apprenticeship is a one or two year “earn while you learn” program for high school juniors and seniors consisting of work and related classroom instruction in a chosen occupation. Training is received on-the-job where the employer teaches the skills of the occupation. This is augmented by taking courses that are related to that occupation. No matter what the youth apprentice decides to do after high school, they will be more prepared for success because of their apprenticeship!
Student Qualifications:
- Junior or Senior student
- Positive school attendance
- On track for high school graduation
- Maintain passing grades
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Work a minimum of 450 hours per year
- Enroll in concurrent related courses
- Meet employer hiring requirements
- Willing to learn!
Student Benefits:
- Paid, on the job training while earning high school elective credits
- Opportunity to add work time into your school schedule
- Develop a network of contacts in a career field
- Build your resume with academic, technical, and employability skills
- Potential post high school credit
APPLICATION
If you are interested in the Youth Apprenticeship program, please complete an application. Upon application review, you will be contacted via email to set up an initial meeting to discuss next steps.