Van Wert Works: Take advantage of our local resources. Go to http://www.vanwertworks.com/ to find out about matching talent to jobs, dreams to opportunity and vision to resources right here in Van Wert County!
Interested in the HEALTH Careers Field? Go to www.ExploreHealthCareers.org to research the field.
What to be a video game designer or some other type multi-media career? Check out this website for details of what it takes ... GetInMedia.com
Interested in the field of Construction?
West Central Ohio Laborers' Apprenticeship Program. The program runs three years with a minimum of 4,000 hours of diversified work and on the job training in the areas of construction. You could build and repair roads, highways, bridges, and tunnels; construct residential and commercial buildings; clean up hazardous waste sites; or perform other kinds of work.
Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age, have valid drivers license or State ID, physically able to perform the work of trade, High School Diploma or GED, and must pass a drug test.
Where to apply: Lima Local 329, 4580 S. Dixie Hwy., Lima, OH 45806, Phone: (419)999-2727, Email: llocal329@woh.rr.com, Contact: Rick Johnson
When to Apply: April
Are you looking for an Apprentice Program? There are over 1000 occupations that you can start through an apprenticeship program. They range from a carpenter to a locksmith. To find registered apprenticeship sponsors go to http://jfs.ohio.gov/apprenticeship and click on "finding a registered apprenticeship program" or you can go to www.local18training.com for operating engineer training.
CAREER SEARCH
The following sites will help you search for the career that is right for you. Websites are extremely helpful, but please stop in and see Mrs. Leeth for further information.
Research Careers, Post-Secondary Schools, Applications On-line and Financing - Education Planner
Ohiomeansjobs.ohio.gov: Students remember to click on the small cardinal with the graduation cap.