Program Duration: October 4th - November 18th, 2019,
Program Times: 9AM-12PM, Monday-Friday
Location: JVS, 225 Bush St., Suite 400, San Francisco
Program Overview:
Union apprenticeships and careers at public agencies offer great benefits and opportunities for advancement. Get prepared to perform well on apprenticeship and civil service exams with this free 7-week program. Women and job seekers with previous conviction histories are encouraged to apply.
This part-time program provides:
- Preparation for success in the union apprenticeship and civil service process
- Referral to local apprenticeship and civil service testing opportunities
- Instruction in math, test-taking strategies, and spatial and mechanical reasoning
- Job search skills, interview prep, and resume assistance
- Site tours of potential employment sites at water and wastewater agencies
- Weekly stipend provided
Application Process:
- Fill out the online application below
- Eligible applicants will be contacted for a phone screen
- Attend a math test prep class (optional)
- Attend a required math assessment and in-person interview
- High-scoring applicants will be accepted
Eligibility:
- Age 18 or older by November 18th, 2019
- Authorized to work in the US by October 2nd, 2019
- Able to obtain a driver’s license
- GED or HS Diploma (preferred)
- Interest in the skilled trades