Youth Career Pathways & Pre-Apprenticeships
Connecting high school students and opportunity youth (ages 16–24) to paid work-based learning, transferable college credits, and direct registered apprenticeship matriculation.
High School Career Academies
Integrated technical curriculum delivered in partner high schools, enabling juniors and seniors to earn up to 15 transferable college credits.
Dual Enrollment CreditsPaid Summer Work Experiences
6-week paid summer internships with local technology and healthcare employers, pairing students with professional mentors.
$18.00 / hr Stipend + Transit CardPre-Apprenticeship Certificates
State-recognized pre-apprenticeship completion guaranteeing priority interview admission into adult registered apprenticeships upon graduation.
Guaranteed Apprentice InterviewThe Youth Career Pathway Progression
High School Discovery → Dual College Credits → Summer Work Internship → Registered Apprenticeship → Career Journeyworker
DISCOVER
Explore high-demand occupations, employer sponsors, wage scales, and prerequisite competencies.
APPLY
Submit online application, complete aptitude evaluation, and interview with participating employer sponsors.
REGISTER
Sign formal apprenticeship indenture agreement registered with state and federal Department of Labor.
TRAIN
Commence related technical instruction in state-of-the-art labs under certified Institute faculty.
WORK
Earn progressive, competitive wages while receiving structured on-the-job mentorship from senior masters.
EARN CREDENTIAL
Complete required hours and competencies to receive national U.S. DOL Journeyworker Credential.
ADVANCE
Transition into senior technical, supervisory, or management roles with family-sustaining career trajectory.
Bring Youth Pathways to Your School District
We partner with superintendents, CTE directors, and high school counselors to design customized career academy articulations.