Calhoun Gilmer Career Center Hosts a Well Attended Job Fair
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The Calhoun Gilmer Career Center, in an effort to connect businesses and organizations with students who will soon be seeking employment opportunities, hosted an all day Career Fair for any Freshman through Senior from the County Schools. A wide variety of employers and schools came to present their opportunities and allow students to see their future potential in the industries of their choice. Below is a photo album of the day of many (but not all) of the Businesses who took the time to represent their company.
Millwrights #443 representative Clint McFee and Kerry Murphy (Not pictured) . Millwrights work in every industrial field imaginable: Energy, Chemical, Paper Mills, Steel Mills, Auto Plants, and virtually any other manufacturing plant. Basically ā we keep the power on and industries moving. https://www.easternmillwrights.com
WV Carpenters Training Center Representatives James Cooper and Nate Beha. The Training Center accepts applications for the Commercial Carpentry Apprenticeship to train in the fields of Professional Carpenter, Floor Covering Professional, Interior Systems Carpenter, Heavy Construction, Professional Pile Driver and Scaffold Erector. (wvcarpenter.com)
SMART (Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation) Perfect for students who donāt like sitting at a desk, An apprenticeship with SMART Local Union 33 Sheet Metal Workers training centers provide a clear path for a brighter future with good pay, benefits, and the security of a skill that will last you a lifetime.sheetmetaltraining.org
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The West Virgnia Laborers Join Apprenticeship and Training Committee (www.wvccl.org )located on 170-acres in Mineral Wells, West Virginia. They are equipped with classroom buildings, dormitory with dining facilities, a one acre mock hazardous waste site, and a newly constructed 8,750 sq. foot training bay allowing continued year round classroom instruction and hands-on training
UA Sprinkler Fitters Local 669, Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee covers 48 States which gives flexibility to its members to work almost anywhere in the United States. Email VIP@JATC.org
Representative Felicia Brown of the University of Northwester Ohio introduces students to the College of Applied Technologies Degrees offering: High Performance Motorsports, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology Medium/Heavy, Diesel Technology Light Duty, Agricultural Equipment, Alternate Fuels, HVAC/R, Robotics and Automation, Motorsports Marketing
Mountaineer Challenge Academy represented by Tenya Wheeler, This residential program provides Cadets with a safe, secure and structured learning environment as well as hands-on career training programs. So, if you strive to earn your diploma, improve your life and enhance your future, then the ChalleNGe experience is for you. Nearly 90 percent of our Cadets successfully complete the program and earn their high school diplomas – in only 22 weeks. (wvchallenge.org)
Representatives of the Roane Jackson Technical Center provided students information on Cosmetology (Sarah Freshwater) and the School of Practical Nursing (McKenna Heine and Judi Butler). The Roane-Jackson Technical Center is dedicated to improving studentsā academic and workplace skills while preparing them for post secondary education and employment in the global community. (rjtcwv.com)
Following their establishment in Charleston, West Virginia in 1892, WVJC has spent 120+ years committed to preparing students for in demand and rewarding careers. WVJC offers a variety of degree programs and diplomas in the healthcare, technical, and professional fields. Choose from a hands-on campus experience at one of three West Virginia locations, or a virtual experience with one of our online degree programs. (wvjc.edu)
Larry Gwinn, Admissions Counselor spoke to students about the Programs Glenville State College’s academic vigor offers with excellence across disciplines and around the globe. They are recognized as a leader in higher education due to the outstanding quality of the college, internationally recognized faculty and departments. (Glenville.edu)
Representatives: Misi Lair, Tammy McClanahan, and Hannah Waters help students to discover the many programs of study available at BridgeValley Community and Technical College. Check out their website for a full list at www.bridgevalley.edu
Marshall Farber, Admissions and Academic Advisor for Pierpont Community and Technical College showed the variety of programs offered to help students get started on the path to academic success. Check out the schools of Pierpont Community & Technical College to see what programs best suit your needs. Happy exploring!
Cpl. Wylie and James Day of the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation spoke to students interested in the field of Criminal Justice.
Barb McKown of Minnie Hamilton Health System spoke to students about the career opportunities available in Calhoun and surrounding areas through their organization
Sgt. Cheyenne Lender provided information on the Army National Guard. Representatives were also available from the Marines and the Navy.
Kevin Yeager, Jr. provided information to students on the multiple opportunities that Lane Construction offers. Lane is the innovative leader of transportation and heavy civil construction products and services that connect and improve the worldās communities. They are guided by their values-based culture and the dedication of the Lane employee family that has helped us succeed for well over a century. We consistently deliver superior customer satisfaction, and are committed to a safe and rewarding work environment that is essential to long-term success for our owners, partners and employees. www.laneconstruct.com
Students in the Culinary Class at the Calhoun Gilmer Career Center provide food for the school and events receiving rave reviews for their culinary skills.
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