Recent news reports are full of stories about layoffs at the Department of Education, massive funding cuts to colleges and universities and the resumption of collection on student loans in default. These are more good reasons for high school students to choose an apprenticeship over college. Apprentices enjoy a good salary and benefits while learning on the job and at state-of-the-art training centers with no lingering student loan debt. In this video from Building Wisconsin TV, we learn about apprenticeship opportunities with Wisconsin Operating Engineers Local 139. Host Stuart Keith meets with Local 139 President Terry McGowan and Training Director Dan Sperberg who talk about the available programs. As a bonus, Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation Secy. Craig Thompson gives some insight on how WiDoT can assist local municipalities with road construction projects.
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