Educators can connect their students with local professionals who bring careers to life. Through guest speakers, virtual conversations, job shadows, and other career-connected learning opportunities, students gain firsthand insight into the world of work and discover new possibilities for their future.
NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center
Dependent on staff and building use availability, we can provide a tour with an orientation to our programs for up to 15 students.
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Oregon National Guard
The Oregon Army and Air National Guard offer career exploration, leadership development, and over 140 career technical pathways, along with education benefits including up to 100% tuition coverage at Oregon public colleges.
Oregon Tradeswomen
Oregon Tradeswomen helps transform lives by building community and economic independence through empowerment, training, career education, advocacy, and leadership development in the skilled trades. Oregon Tradeswomen’s commitment to help women and gender-expansive people achieve economic independence is integrated in our values, programs, advocacy, and direct service work.
Our work puts women on a path to economic independence. Our work helps change lives.
Our work puts women on a path to economic independence. Our work helps change lives.
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Peterson Cat
Peterson Cat is the Caterpillar equipment dealer for Northern California, Oregon, and SW Washington
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SKILLCRAFT INSTITUTE
Skillcraft equips underserved youth with hands-on skills and real-world experience through our Future Makers program, preparing the next generation for careers in manufacturing, fabrication and creative trades.
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STREAM~N Team / Engaging Every Student
STREAM~N Team is for youth ages 15–18 who want to help our community and environment. Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, Math and Nature provide ideas and inspiration.
Funded by Oregon Youth Corps, the first STREAM~N Team began in Oregon City in 2025. We hope to support other groups in the years ahead. The Team meets at times that are most convenient for the group, with an average of 5-10 hours per week in summer and 10-20 hours per month during the school year.
Team members are encouraged to take public transit or provide their own transportation. We may be able to provide transportation, if necessary.
Stipends of $200-$400 are earned for every 20 hours of service work, with bonuses for completing tough challenges.
High school credit can be earned by students attending partner schools.
Funded by Oregon Youth Corps, the first STREAM~N Team began in Oregon City in 2025. We hope to support other groups in the years ahead. The Team meets at times that are most convenient for the group, with an average of 5-10 hours per week in summer and 10-20 hours per month during the school year.
Team members are encouraged to take public transit or provide their own transportation. We may be able to provide transportation, if necessary.
Stipends of $200-$400 are earned for every 20 hours of service work, with bonuses for completing tough challenges.
High school credit can be earned by students attending partner schools.
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UA Local 669 Fire Sprinkler Fitters JATC
The 5-year Apprenticeship period is divided into one-year segments, each to include 2,000 hours of on-the-job training and a minimum of 144 hours of related classroom instruction and independent study. The Apprenticeship program blends on-the- job training, hands-on training and virtual training that features online access to 19 courses offered through Washtenaw Community College, a nationally recognized college.
Once an apprentice successfully completes the apprenticeship program and becomes a Journeyman, many opportunities lie ahead. You can work as a foreman, move up to superintendent or even move into management with a company. On the other hand, you can strive to continue building on the most respected labor unions in the construction industry. Being identified as a Sprinkler Fitter is both rewarding and fulfilling.
Once an apprentice successfully completes the apprenticeship program and becomes a Journeyman, many opportunities lie ahead. You can work as a foreman, move up to superintendent or even move into management with a company. On the other hand, you can strive to continue building on the most respected labor unions in the construction industry. Being identified as a Sprinkler Fitter is both rewarding and fulfilling.
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Vexos
VEXOS is a rapidly growing and successful Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider that delivers innovative solutions to High Technology organizations worldwide. From our locations in North America, Vietnam, Hong Kong, and China, we support clients globally with quality manufacturing services.
At Vexos Vancouver, we prioritize not only business excellence but also our people and community. Our team is dedicated to innovation, problem-solving, and building meaningful relationships with both clients and colleagues.
At Vexos Vancouver, we prioritize not only business excellence but also our people and community. Our team is dedicated to innovation, problem-solving, and building meaningful relationships with both clients and colleagues.
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