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📢 It's #NationalApprenticeshipWeek 📢 As the week is celebrated across businesses (including Drax Group, keep your eyes on our socials😏), it makes me reflect on my own apprenticeship experiences! At 16 I wasn't sure what I wanted to do, but felt a sense of pressure with people going to University and knowing where they were heading. I decided to go into an Apprenticeship, had my ups and downs along the way (as you do with all first jobs, right?!) and loved EVERY minute of it! Learning about how businesses work, what it takes behind the scenes, and what part I'd like to play in the future! 😍 Fast forward 12ish years (we don't need to get too specific on how many years passed👀), and during my 9th year of service with Drax, I took on an Apprenticeship 🤩. I felt like I was learning to learn again, and life got in the way sometimes, but I took my time and I got there (with a couple distinctions as well😉). I had the best support from Drax, my team and my line manager - so much so that I took on some more learning and completed a sprint course in Employer Brand shortly after! ❤ I've had plenty of time working within Early Careers as well, meeting some AMAZING apprentices along the way, all with their own experiences and journeys, and were absolute assets to the business🤗. To those already within an Apprenticeship - ask the questions, take the chances, and make the most of it! 🌟 To those considering one - find the right one for you, and go for it! And of course take a look at our Early Careers opportunities - www.drax.com/careers 🥰 #Apprenticeships #Opportunities #Careers

Hard Hat on, Knowledge Unlocked: My SIWES Orientation Debrief Excited to announce that my department at Obafemi Awolowo University (a prestigious institution for those who may not know 😊) recently held an orientation for our SIWES 1 program! For those unfamiliar with these acronyms: 📌SIWES: Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme - a program designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical experience for students in science and technology fields. It's essentially an internship program overseen by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF). 📌SWEP: Students Work Experience Program - a similar program, but often conducted on-campus and serving as a stepping stone to SIWES. I'll delve deeper into SWEP in my next post! The SIWES orientation proved incredibly insightful. Huge shoutout to the ITF for allowing science and technology students to participate! This program provides invaluable exposure to the real-world industry, preparing us to function effectively after graduation and potentially land jobs with the companies we intern for. Here are a few key takeaways I'm eager to put into practice: 📍Conquering the Logbook: I finally get my hands on the infamous logbook! (For those unfamiliar, it's a record of daily activities during the internship). While there are funny stories about students filling it with mundane tasks, mine will be a testament to my dedication. I'm here to learn, grow, and become a valuable asset to the company. 📍Bridging the Gap: This concept truly resonated with me, having already experienced it during my SWEP in Part 2. SIWES takes it a step further, allowing us to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting. 📍Setting the Standard: As a Quantity Surveying student with a passion for construction, I'm confident I can portray excellence during my internship. My goal is to pave the way for future students by demonstrating the value a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn can bring. Thanks for reading! Let me know in the comments about your own SIWES experiences. And stay tuned for my next post where I'll be explaining SWEP in more detail! #OAU #ObafemiAwolowoUniversity #SIWES #SWEP #IndustrialTraining #QuantitySurveying #Construction #InternLife #TheFutureIsBuilt #BridgingTheGap #LogbookLife #InternTips #ConstructionEnthusiast #PracticalLearning #InternNetwork

It's a busy day for Michael Santioni, M.A. as he preps for Youth Apprenticeship Week. Join him for a day in the life working as an Apprentice Program Coordinator at Bosch! Stay tuned to hear from Michael's Apprentices about their experiences at Bosch next week! What does a #DayInMyLife look like for you? 👇 #WorkLikeABosch #LifeAtBosch #YAW2024 #ApprenticeshipUSA #HumanResources

A college degree is seen as the key to economic mobility, yet low-income and first-generation graduates still earn only 66¢ for every dollar their higher-income peers make. Determined to close this gap, talent development expert and #McNultyPrize Winner Aimée Eubanks Davis founded Braven to create credit-bearing programs in partnership with universities that equip students with critical skills, connect them to local employers for internships and mentorship, and instill the confidence and experience to excel in careers worthy of their degrees. The impact is undeniable: 75% of Braven graduates out-earn their parents in their first job and 70% secure strong employment within six months of graduation, compared to only 30% nationally. #BeBraven Learn more: https://lnkd.in/egciDZtv

📣 Q&A with Enerveo Apprentice, Toni 📣 ❓Interviewer: What inspired you to do an electrical apprenticeship? 👷♂️Toni: I've always been a technical person who loves working with my hands. When I was younger, I got a bit fed up with being told that university was the only way to progress. After doing my own research, I decided to go down the apprenticeship route. ❓Interviewer: Can you tell me about your apprenticeship experience and some of your proudest achievements? 👷♂️Toni: I really enjoyed the balance of work and college, and getting paid while learning without incurring debt was a big plus. Early in my apprenticeship, I was given a lot of responsibility because my supervisors saw my potential. They gave me small projects to manage and provided feedback, which helped me learn quickly and gain confidence. By Year 2, I was managing my own team. My supervisor told me they trusted me more than any other apprentice they'd had at our depot, which made me incredibly proud. It was challenging but exciting to be trusted and given the chance to prove myself. ❓Interviewer: What advice would you give to someone considering an apprenticeship? 👷♂️Toni: Just go for it! An apprenticeship is an amazing way to start your career. Be ready to work hard and stay curious. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and take on new challenges. The hands-on experience and the support you get from mentors are invaluable. Plus, you get paid to learn, which is a huge bonus. If you’re passionate about a trade, an apprenticeship is definitely the way to go. Do you want to earn whilst you learn? Head over to our careers page to apply now - https://ow.ly/y0Z350ROXZV #Apprenticeship #ElectricalApprenticeship #CareerGrowth #LearnAndEarn #Enerveo #FutureLeaders #JoinUs #SuccessStory

🎉 Exciting News for All Employers with New Apprentices Embarking on the Fibrous Pathway! 🎉 Do you have a new apprentice joining your team? 🌟 I have some fantastic goodies 🎁 to share with them to help kick-start their journey! If you’re interested, please get in touch with me directly. Let’s make their apprenticeship experience even more special! 🚀 #Formula #Plaster #Gypsum #Apprenticeship #NewBeginnings #CareerGrowth #EmployeeEngagement

At Guapo, we believe that talent is universal, but opportunity is not always equitable. That's why we've made it our mission to bridge this gap by providing life-changing opportunities through our innovative apprenticeship programs. By offering tech apprenticeships, we're not just imparting technical skills; we're opening doors to career paths that may have seemed out of reach for many talented individuals. Through mentorship, hands-on experience, and access to resources, we're levelling the playing field and empowering young people from all backgrounds to thrive in the tech industry. Our approach isn't just about short-term gains; it's about creating lasting change in social mobility outcomes. By investing in the potential of our apprentices, we're not only transforming their lives but also contributing to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us in our mission to redefine what's possible. Together, let's break down barriers and pave the way for a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background. Learn more about our apprenticeship programs and how you can get involved at guapovision.com. #35KMovement #TechApprenticeships #SocialMobility

As I always say to every student I talk to, we embrace AI in Employability Advantage 👏 Now available - Getmee Interview Ready™ AI Technology Getmee’s feature Interview Ready™ leverages AI to produce a real-time interview where job seeker’s behavioural and technical answers are measured against the candidate’s market. Live reports provide immediate coaching with hyper-personalised in moment live videos,, enhancing job seeker’s confidence and communication abilities

Last year we launched our Wide Angle research paper, Rethinking the skills conundrum, which seeks to connect the dots between people, place and productivity, and highlight the link the construction industry has in unlocking opportunities in job creation and economic development. 🏗📚 Discover how #TeamISG is connecting the dots across our global sites and offices in our new 'Connecting the dots' series. As we build up to #NAW2024, watch our leaders of tomorrow, Aimee Panes, Jacob Marchant and Teddy R. kick us off by sharing how their sites and offices are creating a positive legacy for society. Share what you are doing in the comments below. 👇 #ISGWideAngle #SkillsShortage #SkillsForLife #EarlyCareers #Construction #Apprenticeships

“It’s when people grow and develop that they also feel proud and happy in their workplace. This in turn creates ripple effects and spreads positive energy,” says our Group CEO Claus Beier in an article in the Swedish magazine Tidningen Gjuteriet about the future workforce in the foundry 🛠 At BIRN, we invest in the future by training the next generation of foundry technicians through our extensive apprenticeship program. Here we create a concrete plan for each individual, combining practical experience with theoretical knowledge, so that our apprentices are well equipped for their careers. Skills that ultimately help ensure that we can continue to deliver the high quality cast iron that our customers expect. As an international group we benefit greatly from sharing ideas and experiences globally so that these can result in a well-designed apprenticeship program. Read more about how we train the foundry technicians of the future here (article in Swedish) 👇 https://lnkd.in/d7uFyCDq #foundry #apprenticeship #workforce #BIRN #international