Our series on apprenticeships for Economic Development Week highlights the correlation between business, education, jobs, and the economy. All of these contribute to a healthy economy, which we are dedicated to strengthening through the attraction and retention of local businesses, enriching our local workforce, and promoting the area’s amenities. This week, we are focusing on apprenticeships to highlight an amazing career opportunity at companies that are right here in Lenawee County.
Answer yes or no to the questions below and then score your answers to see if you might be a good match for an apprenticeship!
- Are you looking to start a job right after graduation? Do you want to start making money right now, to help pay for college or other trade schools you may enter in the future?
- Do you know exactly what career you want to pursue? Have you had a career in mind for several years, researched it thoroughly, and decided it is best the fit for you?
- Are you good at balancing a job and school?
- Can you use your time wisely and get your work done on time?
- Would you describe yourself as self-motivated – knowing what needs to get done and doing it without others telling you to do it?
- Would you call yourself organized? Can you keep track of several different tasks even if they have different deadlines?
- Are you a hands-on learner? Do you learn best when you see someone doing what you want to learn and talking you through the process step-by-step?
- Do you take direction well? Are you comfortable with someone checking your work to make sure it was done correctly and critiquing areas you can improve?
- Would you like to finish college with little to no debt?
If you answered mostly “yes”
Congratulations! An apprenticeship may be the right fit for you. You have the skills and the drive to succeed in an apprenticeship – and the perfect one is out there waiting for you!
If you answered mainly “no”
An apprenticeship may not be the best fit for you at this time. The good news is that after a year or two you may be ready for an apprenticeship – and the perfect one will be out there waiting for you!