UpSkill

When college freshman Ethan Scott graduates from the Indiana University Luddy School, he will already have five years of work experience in the world of information technology. While in high school, Ethan began working as an IT support technician for Five Star Technology Solutions through ROI’s UpSkill Work and Learn modern youth apprenticeship program that … Continue reading Students, parents, and employers see momentum with UpSkill youth apprenticeship program

ROI conducted a signing day experience for students and employers participating in the second cohort of the UpSkill Work and Learn program.

Career Connected Learning (CCL) in Brown County offers students career-related opportunities such as career exploration, career engagement and career experiences that all require local industry partnerships. Our Brown County Schools students are involved in CCL activities throughout K-12, but there’s a new opportunity that’s unique to our high school students. Brown County High School sophomores … Continue reading EAGLE CORNER: Career Connected Learning offering apprenticeships to local students

UpSkill is a two- to three-year work and learn experience that provides selected high school students with a paid job, career credentials, and college courses.

Last week, ROI conducted its second signing day and orientation for students and employers participating in our pilot high school work and learn program.

The first cohort of the UpSkill Work & Learn program celebrated with a Signing Day!

Regional Opportunity Initiatives is excited to be selected for the Indiana Youth Apprenticeship Accelerator award that will serve to accelerate the implementation of ROI's UpSkill Work and Learn Initiative and the region’s industry cluster strategies.