7 events found.
Week of Events
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
Entry Level Manufacturing Skills Training Class
WRTP/BIGSTEP works to prepare students for employment in various manufacturing positions, including assembly, forklift operation, as well as other opportunities.The ELMS Program is an intensive, non-paid 100-120 hour manufacturing preparation program geared towards preparing individuals to meet the workforce needs of manufacturers in the area. Participants will obtain instruction in: Forklift Training OSHA 10 Manufacturing
March 24, 2021
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Madison Virtual Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation
Madison Virtual Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation
The First Step to a Career in the Skilled Trades PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, WALK-INS ARE NOT ACCEPTED. CALL (608) 255-0155. Learn About: Apprenticeship application process Trades career opportunities BIG STEP apprenticeship readiness tutoring program Entry level training opportunities Community Certifications Upcoming/ongoing construction projects You Must Bring: Valid photo ID Social Security Card School transcripts or
March 25, 2021
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Trade Presentations and Training Center Tours: Boilermakers
Trade Presentations and Training Center Tours: Boilermakers
Each week we will hold a Zoom meeting with a specific trade to include: A presentation about the trade Information about the apprenticeship process A virtual tour of the training facility This week: Boilermakers Click here to learn more and register for this event.
March 25, 2021
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Apprenticeship Readiness Orientation
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
March 25, 2021
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Introducing Autodesk Takeoff
Introducing Autodesk Takeoff
Autodesk Construction Cloud has recently announced a new suite of products that help construction professionals build better at every stage of construction. In this webinar, we will dive into one of the new products - Autodesk Takeoff, our new cloud-based quantification solution. Autodesk Takeoff allows estimators to perform more accurate 2D takeoffs and generate automated
March 25, 2021
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Here To Stay: Black, Latina, and Afro-Latina Women in Construction Trades Apprenticeships and Employment
Here To Stay: Black, Latina, and Afro-Latina Women in Construction Trades Apprenticeships and Employment
Diversity is key for the future of the construction trades. While the numbers of Black and Latina women in trades apprenticeships have been increasing rapidly, still fewer than one-in-twenty five apprentices are women. A new report lifts up the voices of Black, Latina, and Afro Latina early career tradeswomen on what helps and hinders their