Apprenticeships

Earn while you learn. As an apprentice, you’ll learn solid, real-world skills on the job. Your employer trains you in the skills you need to succeed on the job.

What is an Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a flexible training strategy that allows you to develop career skills while working and earning a wage. It combines classroom instruction and on-the-job training to facilitate learning and career development.

Employers like to hire apprentices like you because it helps them strengthen their workforce. They create their own high-quality talent pipeline: a win-win!

CCC has apprenticeships in nearly 20 different programs. Check out our list below to find your next career.

Our Workplace Partners

Apprenticeship is Great for People Who…

Today’s job market is more competitive than ever before. That’s why CCC offers apprenticeships so you can distinguish yourself from other applicants.

Why Become an Apprentice?

Experience: You get relevant work experience while in college.

Free Tuition: Many companies cover the cost of tuition and fees for apprenticeship-related instruction.

In-Demand Credentials: Upon completing an apprenticeship program, you’ll earn a nationally recognized credential that is transportable if you change jobs.

Higher Income: As employees of the companies that sponsor apprenticeships, apprentices receive incremental raises and, in many cases, company benefits.

Value: Apprenticeship is an investment in you by an employer. Your future career success then becomes their return on investing in you.

Career Advancement: A way to move to a higher-level job in one’s current field or transition between careers while still earning an income.

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Ready To Start Your New Career?

Apprenticeships at CCC

Contact Apprenticeship Staff

Catrina Gray Area Wide
Apprenticeship Director

Catrina Gray

Areawide Apprenticeship Director

308-338-4014
Email Catrina

Paulina Ortega Grand Island Apprenticeship Coordinator

Paulina Ortega

Grand Island Apprenticeship Coordinator

308-398-7537
Email Paulina

Jane Fruge Hastings Apprenticeship Coordinator

Jane Fruge

Hastings/Areawide Apprenticeship and Talent Development Coordinator

402-461-2464
Email Jane

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This project is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $3.9M, either wholly or in part, with Federal funds from the Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration, the contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products or organizations imply endorsement of same by the U.S. Government.