Building St. Louis Workforce: SLATE Hosts Apprenticeships & Trades Career Fair on Sept. 24

Summary

The City of St. Louis is hosting an Apprenticeships & Trades Career Fair on September 24, organized by SLATE. This event will bring together apprenticeship and training providers with hiring employers to facilitate connections for job seekers seeking career pathways in various trades.

Such career fairs play a crucial role in workforce development, offering opportunities for job seekers to engage directly with potential employers and apprenticeship programs. Events like these are essential in building a skilled workforce in the local community, particularly in the trades sector.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This event is significant as it directly supports the growth of registered apprenticeship programs by providing a platform for job seekers and employers to connect. It emphasizes the importance of apprenticeships as a viable pathway to gainful employment in skilled trades.