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We're LIVE on CAN TV! Emily Peters, JARC's Director of Training Services in Austin, sits down with Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) to talk about our welding, CNC, and press brake programs. Tune in to Chanel 19-21 or watch it here: http://cantv.org/hotline/
Our trainees visited Pipefitters Local 597 to learn more about its apprenticeship program and career opportunities in the piping industry. Thanks for hosting us! #fieldtrip #chicagopipefitters #apprenticeships #chicagotrades #careertraining
After a hard day of welding and machining, what's better than a cookout at the beach? Thanks to all the trainees, graduates, and families who could join us for our annual picnic!
JARC was recognized as the "Member of the Year" at Austin Coming Together's #2018MembershipAwards. It's been an incredible honor working with residents and organizations in the Austin community. Here's to many more years creating impact in our neighborhood! #WeLoveAustinChi
Our welding trainees are unstoppable. This month, Jordan, Anthony, Mary Fran, Lacie, and Jonathan passed their American Welding Society verbal and practical tests. Way to go team!
It's Mario's first day at Hydra-Stop! Congrats on your new job Mario, you're going to be great today. #igotthejob #mondaymotivation
JARC is looking for a Partnership and Recruitment Liaison to add to our team! See the full job posting on our website: https://www.jane-addams.org/mission-impact/careers/
Our new program coordinators Mari and Nissa got creative during their welding crash course. Their welds already look impressive, don't you think?
Way to go Roberto! This CNC trainee at our Austin site earned his National Institute for Metalworking Skills credential in CNC Turning. #nimscertified
Don't miss JARC President Guy Loudon responding to an industry survey that says, “The top workforce challenge is snagging skilled talent.” http://ow.ly/jg0630kGet5
United Way of Metro Chicago interviewed JARC grad CJ about his path as an electrical trainee with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134. Read his full story: https://uw-mc.org/blog/gaining-access-to-working-wages/
THANK YOU for joining us for #EveningofOpportunities! Check our page next week for more photos.
It's your LAST CHANCE to purchase tickets to JARC's annual #EveningofOpportunities. We hope to see you there tomorrow! https://jane-addams.givezooks.com/events/2018-evening-of-opportunities
Last week, we stopped by the Maker Lab at Harold Washington Library for a laser cutter tutorial and made our very own keychains! Check out Chicago Public Library's website to learn more about its makerspace and FREE workshops: https://www.chipublib.org/maker-lab/
Thank you to #EveningofOpportunities Platinum Sponsor Freedman Seating! Check out their website to see how they support our industry and community: http://www.freedmanseating.com/news/
Do you want to directly help one of our trainees? Mario came to JARC to pursue a second career in manufacturing and provide for his family. Check out his Benevolent and support his need today! https://www.benevolent.net/need.html?needid=1723
In two weeks, join us for JARC's biggest night of the year. Purchase your ticket today and connect with other passionate, community-driven individuals at #EveningofOpportunities: https://jane-addams.givezooks.com/events/2018-evening-of-opportunities
Help Alexis make that next step and become a job ready welder. He currently needs welding gear, one of the most crucial aspects to achieve his career goals! https://www.benevolent.net/need.html?needid=1724
Here's a teaser to a longer video about JARC's math and reading refresher classes that prepare adults to succeed in their welding and CNC training. http://bit.ly/Putmeincoach
Way to go Alexis! Congratulations on getting the job at Marco Lighting Components, Inc.. #igotthejob #mondaymotivation
A HUGE thank you to our Premier Sponsor S&C Electric Company for its continuous support of #EveningofOpportunities, JARC's annual event. Check out their website to learn more about how they provide to Chicago and beyond: https://www.sandc.com/en/news/
Did you know that ALL of our participants have access to math, reading, and computer tutors? This week, welding trainees Henry, Alex, and Jeremiah increased their math score!
