Week of Events
Inmates to Entrepreneurs: FREE Midwest Virtual Eight-Week Entrepreneurship Course
I2E hosts a free online course for anyone with a criminal background who has started or is interested in starting their own low-capital business. The course will cover everything you need to know in order to start, run, and grow a business quickly. When: Tuesday night at 6:00-7:30PM CT, January 26 – March 16 Where:
Apprenticeship Readiness: Orientation for High School Students
The first step to a career in the skilled trades. Join us and start working toward your career today! Requirements: At least 15 years old Working toward HS degree or recently obtained Working to obtain or have a valid WI driver’s license Sessions will cover: Skilled trade career pathways Union construction apprenticeship application steps and
A Day in the Life of the Trades: Mentoring Club
Get to know the trades firsthand! Join us at any and all of these live virtual sessions to have conversations with actual tradespeople in the field. Learn about a typical day of work, ask for guidance, and access other training and supportive services. We hope to see you there! Events will be held on Saturdays
Women in Construction Roundtable
This event will feature break-out rooms and one-on-one conversations with women from across the state who have found success in the construction industry. The featured panel will be sharing their personal stories and offering interested individuals advice on how to move forward with a career in the union trades. Please join us for this statewide
Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation
If you are interested in a career in the trades, join WRTP/BIG STEP us in-person at our Milwaukee office for our Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation. 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Attendants will learn about the apprenticeship application process, trades career opportunities, community certifications, and more. Pre-registration is required to attend! If you would like