Apprenticeships
The Catawba County School System offers high school apprenticeships and The Catawba County School System offers high school apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships as part of the educational program to qualified students.
A registered youth apprenticeship is an industry-driven education and career-training program based on recognized industry standards. Apprenticeships programs are developed through The North Carolina Community College System and allows employers to address current and projected employment needs through partnerships with industry, education, and government partners along with parents and students -apprenticeships as part of the educational program to qualified students.
Apprenticeship Catawba is an exciting new partnership between local advanced manufacturers, Catawba and Alexander County Schools, and Catawba Valley Community College.
Did you know jobs in Mechatronics and Computer Integrated Machining are in demand?
Would you:
Enjoy a career working with robots, computer aided design or electronics?
Want an opportunity for a college scholarship and NO student loans?
Want to take a college classes your junior and senior years in high school at no cost to you?
Want a career that pays well?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, visit the Apprenticeship Catawba Information page.
Qualification:
To qualify for the program, one must be a high school junior with a 3.0 minimum grade point average, have good attendance and pass placement tests. Students must also be recommended by a high school guidance counselor or Career and Technical Education advisor.
Want to learn more about apprenticeship opportunities? Visit the Apprenticeship Catawba Information page.
Salary Comparison:
National Minimum Wage for US: $7.25 per hour and $15,080 per year
Minimum Wage in NC: $7.25 per hour and $15,080 per year
NC School Teacher with Bachelors Degree $35,000 per year
Police Officer $36,500
Apprenticeship Graduate $34,000
Experienced:
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic $43,000
Experienced Tool and Die Maker $46,000
Controls Technician $53,000
Mechatronics Technician $62,000