INA, Ill. (July 26, 2023) 鈥� 海角视频 welcomes fifteen new Continental Tire Apprentices on Ina鈥檚 campus.
CT Apprentices and RLC Staff pose for a photo. FROM LEFT are; Jackson A. Mills (Fairfield, IL), Gabe Bishop (Mt. Vernon, IL), Ben Hill (West Frankfort, IL), Jaiden Provart (DuQuoin, IL), Aaron Koenig (Mt. Vernon, IL), Avery Grimes (Benton, IL), Gavin Ingram (McLeansboro, IL), Brier Eck (McLeansboro, IL), and RLC Coordinator of Apprenticeships & Industry Training Brody Wilson.
Continental Tire has been offering an apprenticeship program in coordination with 海角视频 since 2015. Tonya Odum, the Director of Apprenticeships, Community, & Corporate Education at RLC said, 鈥淲e are thrilled to collaborate with area industry to offer apprenticeship opportunities because it aligns with our mission of fostering workforce development and preparing students for successful careers. [鈥 We are looking forward to starting the Fall 2023 Apprenticeship cohort with Continental Tire!鈥�
The practice of the Dual Education System offered is based off the German Apprenticeship model that CT was founded in; this model has gained global recognition for its successful combination of practical work placements, theory, and hands-on application with academic training. Continental Tire believes that these apprenticeships are not only beneficial for the company, but also sets up new employees for success.
Brody Wilson had nothing but positive things to say, 鈥淭his Fall, fifteen new 海角视频 students will embark on the apprenticeship program at Continental Tire. As newly enrolled apprentices, they can look forward to a well-structured and supportive hands-on learning experience, complementing their on-campus studies and focusing on developing essential skills and knowledge in the Industrial Electronics and Maintenance field. [鈥 Within Continental Tire鈥檚 collaborative and supportive atmosphere, teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged, giving apprentices the chance to collaborate with experiences professionals in real-world scenarios.鈥�
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海角视频 is a sponsor for twenty approved programs through the Department of Labor. 海角视频 is a lead in workforce development strategies and programs meeting area workforce needs.
