Events for week of April 27, 2026

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this June. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and contractor facilities Watch live demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program is provided at no cost to you and will make you stand out!Training Schedule:June 8 - July 30, 2026Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM -

WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction. Classes are held April 20 - July 17, 2026 |  Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 3

Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below. WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this June. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and contractor facilities Watch live demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program is provided at no cost to you and will make you stand out!Training Schedule:June 8 - July 30, 2026Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM -

WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction. Classes are held April 20 - July 17, 2026 |  Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 3

Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below. WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*

WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades. Virtual Info Sessions Are Held: The 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month | 11 AM - 12 PM OR The 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month |

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this June. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and contractor facilities Watch live demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program is provided at no cost to you and will make you stand out!Training Schedule:June 8 - July 30, 2026Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM -

WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction. Classes are held April 20 - July 17, 2026 |  Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 3

Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below. WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*

Looking for a hands-on career with good pay and real opportunities? Attend a WRTP | BIG STEP Information & Testing Session to learn about our no-cost training programs, career pathways in the skilled trades, and how to take the next step toward training, employment, or apprenticeship. Sessions: February 18, 2026 Forward Service Corporation 726 Pine

WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades. When: Wednesdays from 12 - 4 PM March 18 April 15 May 20 June 17 July 15 August 19 September 16 October 21 November 18 December 16 Where:

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this June. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and contractor facilities Watch live demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities

WRTP | BIG STEP’s ELCS training, a pre-apprenticeship program certified by the State of Wisconsin, provides industry-recognized credentials and hands-on experience that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program is provided at no cost to you and will make you stand out!Training Schedule:June 8 - July 30, 2026Monday - Thursday | 7:30 AM -

WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction. Classes are held April 20 - July 17, 2026 |  Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 3

WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades. Dates: Thursday, January 22 Thursday, February 19 Thursday, March 19 Wednesday, April 22 Thursday, May 21 Thursday, June 18 Times: Information session from 9 - 10 AM, followed

Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below. WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*

WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades.Dates:February 19March 19April 16May 14June 18July 16August 13September 17October 15November 12December 17Time:10 AM - 2 PMWhere:Barron County Job Center331 S Main St, Ste 6 | Rice Lake, WI 54868 Orientation

WRTP | BIG STEP provides apprenticeship readiness testing, tutoring, and training dedicated to helping community residents prepare for and succeed in careers in the construction trades. Dates: Thursday, January 22 Thursday, February 19 Thursday, March 19 Wednesday, April 22 Thursday, May 21 Thursday, June 18 Times: Information session from 9 - 10 AM, followed

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades? Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this June. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades! Visit trade halls and contractor facilities Watch live demonstrations Participate in hands-on activities

WRTP | BIG STEP’s Entry-Level Construction Skills (ELCS) training is a certified pre-apprenticeship training through the State of Wisconsin. This program provides credentials and hands-on experience that connect women seeking careers in commercial driving and construction. Classes are held April 20 - July 17, 2026 |  Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 3

Multiple training dates available. Please select your preferred cohort in the form below. WRTP | BIG STEP administers a Highway Construction Skills Training Program that is recognized statewide by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT). This program provides credentials and hands-on experiences that connect individuals to careers in construction. This program will make you STAND OUT.*