CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Commerce announced two events celebrating National Apprenticeship Week from April 26 to May 2.
The week features two opportunities for employers, job seekers and students to explore the value of apprenticeships for workforce and career development through the WV Apprenticeship Showcase and the West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit.
“West Virginia is committed to providing our employers and citizens with the workforce tools and networking opportunities they need to stay competitive,” said Deputy Secretary for Economic Development and Workforce Participation Christine Davies. “By hosting these events, we are bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, ensuring the Mountain State can be competitive in modern workforce development.”
The events begin with the WV Apprenticeship Showcase on Wednesday, April 29. Hosted by WorkForce West Virginia in partnership with the West Virginia Department of Education Career Technical Education, the public event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the West Virginia State Capitol in the Upper Rotunda.
The showcase is designed for job seekers and students to learn about apprenticeship pathways in fields such as construction, manufacturing, culinary arts and technology. No registration is required for the showcase.
The following day, Thursday, April 30, the West Virginia Division of Economic Development will host the West Virginia Apprenticeship Summit. The forum is for industry leaders and workforce partners seeking to enhance their workforce readiness and will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Capitol Campus, Building 3, in the first-floor conference room.
The summit will deliver updates and insights on workforce development topics, including fundamentals of registered apprenticeships and how they differ from other workforce development models, funding opportunities to cover training costs and industry apprenticeship program spotlights, including energy, technology and nontraditional pathways.
Registration is required for the Apprenticeship Summit. Interested participants can register online.
