Career Exploration
Job Shadow
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Youth Apprenticeship
Resume & Cover Letter Writing
Finance
Biz Tank
Craftsmen & Women of Character
Job Shadow
Microbadge
Youth Apprenticeship
Resume & Cover Letter Writing
Finance
Biz Tank
Craftsmen & Women of Character
Application Assistance
Essay Writing
FAFSA Preparation
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Healthcare Exploration
Field Trips
SCRUBS
Dare To Dream
Today’s Dreamers Tomorrow’s Leaders
Innovation Sprint
Equipping Next Generation
Connecting Businesses & Employers
How Do I Get Involved
We are excited to offer 23 career exploration Summer Academies to students 6th-12th grades.
Dare To Dream
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
10 AM – 2 PM
Ironworks Campus – 4th Street
Downtown Beloit
Carpentry – Concrete – Masonry – Demolition – Surveying – HVAC – Plumbing – Electrical – Paving – Precast Roofing – Heavy Equipment – Cranes – Fire Protection – Building Design & More!
Dare To Dream
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
10 AM – 2 PM
Ironworks Campus – 4th Street
Downtown Beloit
Carpentry – Concrete – Masonry – Demolition – Surveying – HVAC – Plumbing – Electrical – Paving – Precast Roofing – Heavy Equipment – Cranes – Fire Protection – Building Design & More!
Application window open until March 31, 2023
4 Week, Hands-On After School Program Students enrolled in the November after school program will be working with professionals from Beloit Health System. They will learn about nursing careers, daily job duties and a focus on CPR, suture application, breathing/lung sounds and choking. We will wrap up our last week of the month with a […]
Over 12 weeks, students will experience all facets of construction including concrete, carpentry, roofing, framing, plumbing, electrical, and interior/exterior finishing work.
Students dive into exciting career pathways by connecting with real-life experts! They’ll engage in dynamic panels and lively small group discussions, discovering a variety of jobs and the skills needed to thrive in each profession.
From hands-on insights to educational journeys, it’s all about exploring what sparks their interests—all tailored to what the school district prefers. Let the adventure begin!
Here, students get to level up their resume and soft skills in a fun mock interview experience with real local professionals! They’ll practice essential skills like dressing to impress, mastering that perfect handshake, and nailing body language and eye contact—all in a friendly, supportive environment. To wrap it all up, they’ll even send handwritten thank-you notes to their interviewers, making a lasting impression. It’s a fantastic way to gain confidence and get ready for the real deal!
4 Week, Hands-On After School Program Students enrolled in November's CAD and 3D printing After School Program will learn about 2D and 3D CAD, part creation and multipart assemblies. Students will design and create simple manufacturing parts, a set of dice, and a Lego Mario Assembly. Once parts have been created, students will learn about […]
CNA classes are for students who have been awarded the CareerTek CNA scholarship. Students meet at CareerTek classroom and healthcare lab for 90 hours of instruction, plus 24 hours of practicing their skills in a clinical setting. They learn critical topics like patient safety, ambulation, and personal care, as well as proficiency in personal protection care. By the end of the course, students are prepared to make a real difference in the lives of those they care for and take the next step toward a fulfilling healthcare career.
Turtle Tek is dedicated to growing FIRST in the Wisconsin-Illinois Stateline area. They do this by Teaching Engineering to Kids. Turtle Tek is a team that was founded in 2022. They are based in Beloit, WI and are made up of 8 team members from two states, many schools and at an age range of 8th-12th grade. Their team mission is to help grow FIRST on all levels in their area as they are the only FIRST Tech Challenge team on the Stateline.
A 12-week (one semester) long club in which students are taking on different projects and learning skills in engineering and automation.
Schools bring students to Hendricks CareerTek to learn all about the many different career pathways throughout construction. Throughout the process, students learn the skills needed to build a house from the ground up. Students will experience all facets of construction including concrete, carpentry, roofing, framing, plumbing, electrical, and interior/exterior finishing work.
Hendricks CareerTek gets to hang out with 6th graders from local schools once a month for an awesome time focused on building those essential soft skills! We dive into fun activities that help them practice communication, active listening, problem-solving, following directions, and so much more. It’s all about learning in a lively way, setting them up for success both in school and beyond! Let the fun and skill-building begin!
Here, students get to level up their resume and soft skills in a fun mock interview experience with real local professionals! They’ll practice essential skills like dressing to impress, mastering that perfect handshake, and nailing body language and eye contact—all in a friendly, supportive environment. To wrap it all up, they’ll even send handwritten thank-you notes to their interviewers, making a lasting impression. It’s a fantastic way to gain confidence and get ready for the real deal!
Students enrolled in the November after school program will spend time in six different classes learning about Mid-States Concrete Industries, safety and PPE in concrete, how to read a blueprint and how to build a concrete form.
CNA classes are for students who have been awarded the CareerTek CNA scholarship. Students meet at CareerTek classroom and healthcare lab for 90 hours of instruction, plus 24 hours of practicing their skills in a clinical setting. They learn critical topics like patient safety, ambulation, and personal care, as well as proficiency in personal protection care. By the end of the course, students are prepared to make a real difference in the lives of those they care for and take the next step toward a fulfilling healthcare career.
Turtle Tek is dedicated to growing FIRST in the Wisconsin-Illinois Stateline area. They do this by Teaching Engineering to Kids. Turtle Tek is a team that was founded in 2022. They are based in Beloit, WI and are made up of 8 team members from two states, many schools and at an age range of 8th-12th grade. Their team mission is to help grow FIRST on all levels in their area as they are the only FIRST Tech Challenge team on the Stateline.
Join us for a lively monthly gathering of career reps from local school districts! It’s the perfect chance to connect and share insights—all over a delicious, uninterrupted lunch. Plus, we bring in professional resources from the community (and beyond) to foster those connections as well as talk about hot topic items. It’s not just a meeting; it’s an engaging opportunity to learn, network, and enjoy some great food together!
Schools bring students to Hendricks CareerTek to learn all about the many different career pathways throughout construction. Throughout the process, students learn the skills needed to build a house from the ground up. Students will experience all facets of construction including concrete, carpentry, roofing, framing, plumbing, electrical, and interior/exterior finishing work.
Here, students get to level up their resume and soft skills in a fun mock interview experience with real local professionals! They’ll practice essential skills like dressing to impress, mastering that perfect handshake, and nailing body language and eye contact—all in a friendly, supportive environment. To wrap it all up, they’ll even send handwritten thank-you notes to their interviewers, making a lasting impression. It’s a fantastic way to gain confidence and get ready for the real deal!
CNA classes are for students who have been awarded the CareerTek CNA scholarship. Students meet at CareerTek classroom and healthcare lab for 90 hours of instruction, plus 24 hours of practicing their skills in a clinical setting. They learn critical topics like patient safety, ambulation, and personal care, as well as proficiency in personal protection care. By the end of the course, students are prepared to make a real difference in the lives of those they care for and take the next step toward a fulfilling healthcare career.
Turtle Tek is dedicated to growing FIRST in the Wisconsin-Illinois Stateline area. They do this by Teaching Engineering to Kids. Turtle Tek is a team that was founded in 2022. They are based in Beloit, WI and are made up of 8 team members from two states, many schools and at an age range of 8th-12th grade. Their team mission is to help grow FIRST on all levels in their area as they are the only FIRST Tech Challenge team on the Stateline.
Conversations with professionals about their careers and how interested students might prepare themselves.
Today Seth Nathan, Foreman for General Trades Division, CCI is interviewed by Director of Education Services, Susan Day.
Seth explains what the General Trades/Carpentry Division is responsible for and what specifically his team is working on today at the stadium project. He talks about his own training and background as well as CCI’s apprenticeship program for carpenters and what they learn.
Today Ian, Project Manager for Aldridge Electric is interviewed by high school student Katherine Cobos.
Ian shares the kinds of work Aldridge Electric does and what he does as a Project Manager. He talks about his team’s role in the stadium project and then shares his background and training to enter the field and get to his current position.
Today Cathy and Ashley Matt, Senior Project Managers, NGU Sports Lighting is interviewed by high school student, Katherine Cobos.
Cathy and Ashley share with us some of the engineering that goes into meeting the lighting requirements for various sporting, arena and baseball park applications. Further they talk about their individual education and training backgrounds leading to their current responsibilities. Finally they share what makes their career interesting and personally fulfilling.
Hendricks CareerTek is an exciting initiative by the Hendricks Family Foundation, responding to a need in the Greater Beloit region for career development and education for area youths. This facility represents a commitment by the Hendricks Family and other committed leaders to innovation and education for students by making known the wonderful and viable career opportunities that exist in their own community.
“CareerTek is about exposure, exploration and opportunity. Hands-on exploration is a powerful tool in helping children understand their interests and strengths, and even what they don’t like. It helps them learn about the world around them and exposes them to the range of opportunities available in our community. Most importantly, it can help them map a path to a successful future after graduation.”
“Career Tek will create endless opportunities to help more youth of the Stateline achieve Great Futures!”
“You’d help guide and mold, but from the start, you wouldn’t be molding someone into something they don’t want to be”
“Most important is the success of our students, but if we can help our businesses along the way then we have done something”