CFCC hosts Apprenticeship Week featuring industry-focused career fairs
Wilmington, NC — In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, November 17-23, Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is excited to announce a weeklong series of industry-focused career fairs. These fairs will offer students and members of the community opportunities to explore apprenticeship and career pathways in high-demand fields. Each day, CFCC will spotlight a different industry, connecting job seekers with employers and showcasing CFCC’s workforce training programs.
Local employers will be on-site at each career fair to provide information on job opportunities within their respective fields. Students and community members are encouraged to share copies of their resumes with employers and take advantage of potential networking and job placement opportunities.
Career Fair Schedule
Monday, November 18: Construction Day
Programs: Commercial/Residential Electrician, HVAC, Electrical Lineworker, Plumbing and
Pipefitting, and Fiber Optics
Location: CFCC North Campus, NA Building (4500 Blue Clay Road, Castle Hayne)
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, November 19: White Collar Day
Programs: Information Technology, Cybercrime Technology, Accounting, and Business
Location: CFCC North Campus, NA Building (4500 Blue Clay Road, Castle Hayne)
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 20: Manufacturing Expo Day
Programs: Welding, Computer Integrated Machining, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Nuclear Technology
Location: CFCC North Campus, NB Building (4500 Blue Clay Road, Castle Hayne)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 21
Programs: Early Childhood Education, Certified Medical Assistants, Certified Nurse Aides
Location: CFCC Downtown Campus, L Building Lobby (Corner of Red Cross St. and N. 2nd St.)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Friday, November 22: Transportation Day
Programs: Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology, Automotive Systems Technology, Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology, and Automotive Customizing Technology
Location: CFCC Downtown Campus, L Building Lobby (Corner of Red Cross St. and N. 2nd St.)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Apprenticeships are a powerful way to learn while earning, providing hands-on experience and mentorship in a real-world environment. These programs offer guaranteed entry-level wages, yearly raises, and employer-paid course costs, making them an excellent option for those looking to build a career and lessen their financial burden. With courses offered at various times, participants can continue working while they complete their training. Upon completion, apprentices receive a Journeyman card or certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, transferable across the United States. Apprenticeships provide a direct path to a career, eliminating the need for job searching after program completion.
“Apprenticeship programs provide students and job seekers with a unique chance to build a successful career while gaining valuable, hands-on experience,” said Jim Morton, President of Cape Fear Community College. “We’re excited to host this event, which connects our community with in-demand, high-paying jobs in industries that are vital to the economic growth of our region.”
All career fairs are open to the public. For more information, visit cfcc.edu/career-development/career-fairs/ .
