Vocation Opportunities
Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing and the Industrial Trades Boot Camp at the Connect Manufacturing Innovation Hub in Fremont
June 17-July 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. T-ThIntroduction to Advanced Manufacturing and the Industrial Trades Boot Camp at the Connect Manufacturing Innovation Hub in Fremont![]()
June 17-July 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. T-Th
Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing and the Industrial Trades Boot Camp at the Connect Manufacturing Innovation Hub in Fremont
For students aged 16 or older. In this training, participants will learn about in demand careers, shop safety and hands-on training with the tools of the trade in a state-of-the-art facility. This training will provide you with the tools to imagine and materialize what is possible to create! If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Machinists Institute California Regional Director, Casey Gallagher at casey.gallagher@machinistsinstitute.org

No cost to Contra Costa County students.
Pre-Apprenticeship Badges
Ongoing,Pre-Apprenticeship Badges![]()
Ongoing,
Pre-Apprenticeship Badges
Students who want to hone their skills can earn digital badges through the Bric Foundation. These badges indicate that the earner is competent in the selected skill and can be considered advanced in a school environment. Pre-Apprenticeship badges cost $30.
- Audio
- Character Design + Posing
- Game Design
- Life Drawing + Anatomy + Perspective
- Mood + Color + Lighting
- Previs Virtual Production
- Storyboarding
- Writing and Storytelling
- Understanding Industry Roles and Pipelines
- Visual Development and Concept Art
- Plus more technical skills
More information here.
Costra Costa Sanitary Department Summer Student
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deadlines vary
Costra Costa Sanitary Department Summer Student
Central San’s summer student program is available to students interested in exploring career opportunities and gaining experience in their field of interest. Requirements:
- Student must be currently enrolled in school or returning to school in the fall.
- Student must be at least 16 years of age. For those students who have not yet graduated high school, a work permit must be obtained. Permits may be obtained from the student’s school. When school is not in session, a minor is able to work up to 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week. Should the permit state restrictions (i.e. hours, conditions, etc.), it is the responsibility of the division/supervisor to ensure that they are adhered to.
- Students are considered “at-will,” short-term, non-continuous workers with no grievance rights, benefits, or guarantees of regular employment with the District.
Learn more (high school student information is at the bottom of the page). Student maintenance position closes May 30, at 5 p.m.
Women in Manufacturing Skilled Trades (WiMST) Mentorship Program
Women in Manufacturing Skilled Trades (WiMST) Mentorship Program![]()
Women in Manufacturing Skilled Trades (WiMST) Mentorship Program
WiMST or women who are in (or studying to be in) the manufacturing skilled trades and is looking for women interested in being either a menor or a mentee in its mentorship program. Sign up here.
Skilled trade careers include machinists, welders, CAD, technicians (engineering, electronic, quality, maintenance, mechatronics, ...), etc.
WiMST is an affinity group of the Bay Area Community Colleges & AMBayArea. Learn more about WiMST.