Youth Apprenticeship

We encourage all students to think about their future and consider the many benefits of a YA experience. To get started in YA, students must:

• Complete the OASD YA Interest Survey
• Attend an OASD YA Informational Meeting
• Develop a resume
• Interview with a participating employer
• Complete paperwork
  • Educational Training Agreement
  • CESA 6 YA Application
• Enroll in Course #9091 and #9022
• Complete prerequisite onboarding for employer

Each student who participates in YA is supported by dedicated school staff members, as well as their business mentor(s). 

Questions? Contact Vicki Porior, Career & Technical Education Curriculum Coordinator at vicki.porior@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

To be successful in YA, students must:

• Work a minimum of 450 paid hours (can begin as early as June 1 and must be completed by May 25)
  • Students are released from school 2-4 hours daily to attend their YA placement
  • Work hours must span both fall and spring semesters
• Meet occupational competencies (specific skills and abilities required to do a job) for selected pathway
• Meet employability skills expectations
• Complete corresponding courses for selected pathways each semester (see CTE Career Pathways and Course Sequences for specific OASD high school course details)
• Maintain excellent attendance at both work and school

Questions? Contact Vicki Porior, Career & Technical Education Curriculum Coordinator at vicki.porior@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

Encouragement and accountability can greatly impact a student's success in YA as they navigate new responsibilities. Students with involved parents/guardians who take an interest in their apprenticeship are more likely to successfully complete their program and gain the skills needed for future careers. Families are encouraged to:

• Support their student in meeting the academic and attendance requirements of the YA program
• Ensure that transportation to and from the work site is provided
• Participate in progress reviews as requested by the employer and work site 

Questions? Contact Vicki Porior, Career & Technical Education Curriculum Coordinator at vicki.porior@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

YA employer partners give students the opportunity to gain real-world job experience, develop in-demand skills, and build professional connections while still in high school. Offering youth apprenticeships also allows businesses to foster and train their future workforce, as students who have positive apprenticeship experiences are more likely to pursue careers in those fields after graduation. YA employer partners:

• Provide a work-based learning experience for the length of the agreement
• Pay the student for all work performed during the program at no less than minimum wage
• Instruct the student in the required competency for the program
• Comply with all applicable state and federal Employment of Minors laws
• Ensure that safety instruction will be provided
• Participate in quarterly progress reviews with the student and OASD staff.