SkillsBuild is a 6-week comprehensive exploratory program located on the grounds of the New England Laborers’ Training Center (NELTC). The program is designed to prepare young adults through classroom instruction and hands-on learning with the skills and knowledge to enter into a state-registered building trades apprenticeship programs, or enter a career track in the construction/trades industry.
- Learn from Licensed Construction Professionals
- Explore Job Opportunities
- Obtain Industry Recognized Credentials
- Earn Money While You Learn
Interested? We have limited space for attendees so fill out our form and get in touch today!
What can Participants Gain from SkillsBuild?
- Pre-apprenticeship in the laborers and potential access to Union opportunities.
- Exposure to several different trade fields through hands-on experience taught by seasoned professionals.
- A stipend for the duration of the program. Get paid while you work!
- Industry-recognized credentials during the program as well as certificates in 6 different areas of apprenticeship readiness.
- Introductory knowledge of unions and potential opportunities.
Who is Eligible to Participate in SkillsBuild?
- Persons between the ages of 18 – 24.
- High School Graduates and GED/HiSET holders.
- Those exploring career options.
- Must be DRUG FREE and meet eligibility requirements.
- Must be physically able to work.
When and Where is SkillsBuild Happening This Year?
Date: September 3, 2024 – October 11, 2024
Where: New England Laborers’ Training Center – 37 East St, Hopkinton, MA 01748
Build Your Future Today!
If you’re a youth looking to break their way into the trades and construction industries in Massachusetts, there’s no better place to start than with the SkillsBuild program!
Space is limited, so fill out the form to apply ASAP!
SkillsBuild is co-sponsored by Metro South/West Youth Connections and the MA AFL-CIO. A member of the MassHire network.
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