Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Work-based learners are extremely beneficial for an employer. Allowing students to participate in work-based learning helps businesses build a workforce pool and provide qualified candidates. It lowers training costs, teaches future employees soft skills, lowers recruitment costs and helps provide opportunities for youth in their communities.
Tennessee Valley Youth Apprenticeships
Tennessee Valley Youth Apprenticeships is a coalition of local education and business partners committed to providing collaborative training programs which develop well-educated students into highly skilled employees. TVYA’s mission is to find and develop a healthy talent pool of qualified employees capable of contributing to a thriving economy.rnrnu0026nbsp;
Arconic Foundation Global Internship Program
The program is a blended model of in-person and online classes through Tooling U-SME with an option to intern in person with a local manufacturer. It consists of three paid components: 1) 12 half-days of Workforce Readiness Training; 2) 100 hours of hands-on manufacturing experience interning with a Blount County manufacturer OR an option to complete the hours online; and 3) three half-days of Follow-up, a Career Fair, and Graduation.
Better Understanding the Benefits of Apprenticeships
Apprenticeship TN is a statewide initiative powered by the Tennessee Workforce Development System developed to create a greater awareness of apprenticeship opportunities for employers and workers in every area of Tennessee. The U.S. Department of Labor has created a one-stop source to connect career seekers, employers, and education partners with apprenticeship resources. Follow the links below for further insight.rnrnu0026nbsp;