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Volunteering during the summer offers high school students a valuable opportunity to grow personally and professionally. It allows students to explore their strengths and interests in real-world settings, helping them discover potential career paths. By giving back to the community, students develop a sense of social responsibility and empathy. Volunteering also provides a chance to meet new people, build friendships, and expand their network. Volunteer experiences can also enhance college applications and strengthen student resumes with meaningful extracurricular and leadership experiences.
Free Metalwork Pre-Apprentice Training for Graduates
It’s not too late! Do you know someone that wants to work with their hands and can benefit from free training in a skilled trade? Bucks County Community College is looking for people interested in training and gaining new skills to start a career.
Metalwork Pre-Apprentice Training starts on June 30, 2025. This is a great opportunity for someone that likes to work with their hands and who wants to take advantage of free training that can lead to a good job with good pay.
Previous students that have gone through the training have gotten jobs such as Machinist, Apprentice, Quality Control, Assembly Mechanic, Welder, just to name a few.
- The program is FREE for Bucks County residents who meet eligibility requirements.
- Average starting salaries are $19/hour with benefits.
- The program has a 90% job placement rate for graduates. We partner with employers throughout Bucks County and the surrounding counties so while training is in Bristol, someone can find a job with a suitable commute. Watch a quick 30-second video here: Bucks County CC Metalwork 30 Sept 2023
Interested applicants should visit Metalwork | Bucks County Community College or call 267-685-4884 to find out more or register for an information session.
Metalwork Pre-Apprentice Training:
- Training 12 weeks starting June 30, 2025
- Information Session: June 10, 2025 at 1:00pm – to register: bridget.hughes@bucks.edu or 267-685-4884
- Can’t make an info session? Call and we’ll find a time that fits your schedule
- In-person training Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:00
- Get an inside look and tour employers on some Fridays
- Daily attendance required
- FREE for those that meet program and grant requirements
- Training held at the new Center for Advanced Technologies, Bristol; train in Bristol, work anywhere in the county or beyond!
- Applicants should be seeking full-time employment at the end of the training
Find out more about this or other free career training programs at www.bucks.edu/wfd.
The United States Service Academies are prestigious institutions that provide higher education and military training for future officers. They offer rigorous academic programs, leadership development, and physical training, all tuition-free in exchange for military service after graduation. Here are the five main service academies:
United States Military Academy (West Point) – Trains officers for the Army.
United States Naval Academy – Prepares officers for the Navy and Marine Corps.
United States Air Force Academy – Develops officers for the Air Force and Space Force.
United States Coast Guard Academy – Trains officers for the Coast Guard.
United States Merchant Marine Academy – Focuses on maritime leadership, with graduates serving in both military and civilian roles.
Each academy has a competitive admissions process, emphasizing academic achievement, leadership qualities, and physical fitness. Students interested in applying to a U.S. Service Academy typically begin preparing as early as their freshman or sophomore year of high school. Here’s how the timeline generally unfolds:
Freshman & Sophomore Year – Focus on strong academics, leadership roles in clubs or sports, and physical fitness. Early interest in community service and extracurricular activities also helps build a competitive resume.
Junior Year – Take standardized tests (SAT/ACT), start gathering recommendation letters, and seek nomination from a U.S. Representative, Senator, or another qualified source.
Senior Year – Complete the official application, pass medical and physical fitness assessments, and interview with nomination sources. The final deadline for applications usually falls in early winter.
Do you know someone that wants to work with their hands and can benefit free training in a skilled trade? Bucks County Community College is looking for people interested in training and gaining new skills. Metalwork Pre-Apprentice Training starts on June 30, 2025. This is a great opportunity for someone that likes to work with their hands and who wants to take advantage of free training that can lead to a good job with good pay. Graduates of the training are registered as pre-apprentices with Pennsylvania.
Interested applicants should visit www.bucks.edu/wfd or call 267-685-4884 to find out more or register for an information session.
Metalwork Pre-Apprentice Training:
- Training: June 30, 2025 – September 19, 2025
- Information Sessions: May 6, 2025, and May 21, 2025, at the Center for Advanced Technologies at 1302 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA 19007. To register: bridget.hughes@bucks.edu or 267-685-4884
- In-person training Monday-Thursday 8:30-3:00
- Get an inside look and tour employers on some Fridays
- Daily attendance required
- FREE for those that meet program and grant requirements
- Training held at the new Center for Advanced Technologies, Bristol; train in Bristol, work anywhere in the county or beyond!
- Applicants should be seeking full-time employment at the end of the training
