YouthBuild Boston's Construction Training Program is Still Accepting Applications - Deadline Approaching

YBB is still accepting aplication until 4pm Wed 5/13/08 for our paid Construction Training Program.  In the Constuction Training Program students (age 18 - 24) learn job skills in the constuction trades while doing hands-on work at one of YBB's building projects.  They work directly with building trades instructors while learning carpentry and other skills while building low-income housing for the community. 

Students age 18 - 24 who have not yet received a high school diploma or GED will spend 50% of their time on the work site and 50% of their time in the classroom preparing for the GED exam.  While in training (expected to last 6 - 9 months) they will receive a $250 stipend every two weeks. 

Students age 18 - 24 who have already received a high school diploma or GED will spend 100% of their time on the work site with instructors. While in training (expected to last 6 months) they will receive a $500 stipend every two weeks.

Upon graduation students will be paced in full-time employment. 

Interested students must submit their COMPLETED application no later than 4 pm on Tuesday 5/13.  They must also be available for TABE testing from 9 am - 3 pm on Wednesday 5/14.  Classes begin on Monday 5/19.  Applications can be found at http://ybboston.org/construction.htm. 

SERIOUS STUDENTS INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION ONLY! 

THIS IS NOT A PAID GED PROGRAM.  THIS IS A PREAPPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM.

Please Note:  Students who have already completed their GED or HS Diploma have until 5/30 to apply, however the few remaining slots will be filled quickly.  Do not hesitate.