Job Corps, administered by the U.S. Dept. of Labor, offers career technical training for 16- to 24-year-olds in 25-plus trades – with no cost to eligible students.
The program includes up to two years education and training, campus housing, meals and other services. Both high school graduates and non-graduates may apply.
If needed, a student can also get a New York state high school equivalency or high school diploma at the same time they train for a career at Job Corps.
Orientation and application interviews will be held Thursday, Dec. 14, at 11 a.m. at Madison County Employment and Training, 133 N. Court St., in Wampsville.
All students must call Admissions Counselor Amanda Adetu at (315) 478-5529 to see if they are eligible for the program and to find out what documents to bring.