WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP?

An apprenticeship is a paid, on the job learning experience with related classroom-based instruction

PRE-APPRENTICESHIPS

A pre-apprenticeship is a paid, summer work experience (160 hours) where high school students are employed by a company while they are taking relevant college courses to become eligible for selection as an apprentice.

EMPLOYER BENEFITS

• Reduce Hiring Costs
• FIll Employment Gaps
• Train skill-specific roles economically

To Qualify, You Must:

• Be a junior or senior in a Wilkes County high school
• Be at least 16 years old with a drivers license
• Submit your application in a timely manner
• Complete two career and technical education courses
• Attend two orientation meetings
• Be in good academic standing