WRTP | BIG STEP Announces 2022 Summer Trades Academy
MILWAUKEE, WI (June 15, 2021) — National workforce intermediary WRTP | BIG STEP is pleased to announce their annual Summer Trades Academy specifically designed for youth ages 16 to 18 and adults 18 to 24. The program will take place Monday, June 20 through Friday, June 24. Building Advantage is one of the event’s title sponsors alongside other union partners.
WRTP | BIG STEP’s Summer Trades Academy invites participants to explore careers in the skilled trades, learn about apprenticeship in union construction, and visit trade halls and contractor facilities for an up-close and personalized experience. Youth will also be invited to watch live demonstrations and gain hands-on training experience. It is an ideal event for youth considering a career in the trades and searching for a rewarding, well-paying career right here in Wisconsin.
“Building Advantage’s longstanding partnership with WRTP | BIG STEP includes funding a position that connects high school students and others with opportunities in the building trades,” said Chris Mambu Rasch, Building Advantage’s Executive Director. “The Summer Trades Academy is an invaluable introduction to the different building trades in our area. Together, the industry is creating a pipeline of candidates to keep Milwaukee building.”
Those interested must attend an information session and register with WRTP | BIG STEP. Participation inquiries can be sent to Jose Luevano at jluevano@wrtp.org. Seats are limited.
ABOUT WRTP | BIG STEP
WRTP | BIG STEP is a 501(c)3 nonprofit workforce intermediary dedicated to connecting people to family-sustaining jobs. Our mission is to enhance the ability of public and private sector organizations to recruit, develop, and retain a more diverse, qualified workforce in construction, manufacturing, and emerging sectors of the regional economy.
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