Youth Apprenticeship

Looking to apply your passion, skills, and in-class learning to a work environment? Youth Apprenticeship could be for you!  Check out the following requirements to see if you are interested and qualified. 

Qualifications: 

  • Junior or Senior status (or a Sophomore planning for Junior year)

  • Positive school attendance and passing grades

  • On track for high school graduation

  • Interest in a specific career cluster and/or career pathway

  • Related courses to a specific career cluster and/or pathway

Youth Apprenticeship placements are not always guaranteed.  Placements are based on many factors including employer availability and need.  If at student is placed as a Youth Apprentice, the following requirements apply:

  • Arrange high school schedule and work schedule

  • Document 450 work hours per year

  • Schedule related instruction courses concurrently with YA work experience (1.0 credit per year)

  • Complete a competency checklist with your employer

  • Provide own transportation to and from worksite

  • Pass all high school courses and maintain positive attendance

There are many benefits to the YA program!  Some include: 

  • Build your resume

  • Get paid! 

  • Work under the supervision of a skilled mentor

  • Earn high school credit

  • Develop strong academic, technical, and employability skills in a chosen career cluster

  • Earn a recognized skills certificate of occupational proficiency from the State of Wisconsin

  • Possibly earn credit for prior learning at a technical college or university

  • Develop a network of contacts in your career field

DWD Youth Apprenticeship Program

Youth Apprenticeship Program

G-E-T Youth Apprenticeship Application