What is the DOES Youth Apprenticeship Program:
The Department of Employment Services (DOES) Youth Apprenticeship Program is a state-of-the-art educational program that provides qualified District of Columbia Public and District of Columbia Charter graduating senior students the opportunity to begin learning an apprenticeship occupation, combining on-the-job learning with related academic and technical classroom education.
What are traditional and non-traditional apprenticeships?
Traditional apprenticeship careers are construction, electricians, glaziers, and welding. Non-
traditional apprenticeship professions are careers such as information technology, hospitality, health care, and green energy jobs. Additional information regarding traditional and non-traditional apprenticeship employment opportunities can be found via the DOL Apprenticeship Portal at apprenticeship.gov/aprenticeship-occupations.
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