by Build Oregon | Jan 31, 2024 | Careers
Every career comes with its own set of hazards. Accountants develop hip or back issues caused by sitting all day. Software developers experience headaches or eye strain from looking at screens. Nurses often have sore feet. In construction most workers will report...
by Build Oregon | Apr 24, 2024 | Education
What is AI? Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm in recent years and is now making its way into the professional world. Many people have spent time entering prompts into ChatGPT and find the results amusing and sometimes educational. Some people...
by Build Oregon | Dec 1, 2023 | Careers, Education
Pre-apprenticeship programs are gaining in popularity as careers in construction are booming. As word gets out that construction jobs offer a debt-free career path with high wages and loads of fulfillment, apprenticeship programs are becoming more competitive. This,...
by Build Oregon | Dec 19, 2022 | Careers, Education
The interview process for an apprenticeship is no different than a full-time job. There’s an application to complete, an interview period and a decision made. You should show up on time, prepare to discuss your background and bring a positive attitude. However, there...
by Build Oregon | Nov 14, 2022 | Careers, Education
There are multiple entry points into the skilled trades. For those just starting out, an apprenticeship is a stellar option to get paid while you train, gain relevant work experience and work towards journeyman certification. While there are lots of different programs...