Apprenticeship, Trades, Jobs, and Internships
- Overview video about how apprenticeships work (by CNM)
- Associated Builders & Contractors video
- What is an apprenticeship and how do they work?
- Apprenticeship vs. College
- International union of painters & allied trade
Apprenticeships & Journeyman Training
- Apprenticeships through NM Department of Workforce Solutions: overview of how they work
- Apprenticeships listed by trade/topic: 42 different options, ranging from plumbing to carpentry to computer support!
- TLC paid, 4-year Apprenticeship Program: specializations include HVAC Technician, Plumber, Auto/Diesel Mechanic, Electrician, Project Manager, Fabricator/Welder and TLC Quick Facts: salary range for these careers
- Electrician Apprenticeship Program
- Contact infofor these programs
Trades/careers That Don't Require A 4-year Degree
- CNM's diverse trade programs: everything from plumbing to carpentry to beer brewing!
- Court reporting & subtitle/captioning work: if you're a fast typist and want to make GOOD money, check it out! The closest school for training in court reporting and closed captioning is El Paso Community College
- SIPI Community College in ABQ for Native American students has multiple excellent trade & Associate's degree programs
Internships
NM's Department of Workforce Solutions has super-helpful information about local internship opportunities! Check out their internship webpages here and here!
Paid Medical Internships At Presbyterian Hospital - Graduating Seniors Only
Presbyterian Hospital offers PAID summer internships (competitive program, must apply) to graduating seniors only. Application and program criteria. Nov. 2021 update: Program is on hold due to COVID.
Apprenticeship Information
Sandia Labs Internships
Apply online for prestigious and competitive SNL Internships, both summer and year-round.
Explora! Museum Youth Internship Program
Explora! Museum in Old Town offers high school students a 3-year internship. May not be available during COVID: contact Explora! for up-to-date information. Explora! Internship Details here.
Culinary Careers
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Johnson & Wales University Culinary Arts Program: multiple locations
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Eastern NM University culinary arts Associate's degree program
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Luna Community College culinary program (Las Vegas, NM): NCACS Accredited
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NM State University School of Hotel, Restaurant, & Tourism Management -- ADA & NCACS Accredited
Work Permits
Want to get a job during high school? You need to be at least 14 years old and will need a work permit if you're under 16. Find the permit here and detailed information on the Department of Workforce Solutions website. Permits are good for 1 year. Del Norte's contact person to submit your work permit is Ms. Sandoval @ clarissa.sandoval@aps.edu
- Dion's
- Smith's
- Albertson's
- Flying Star
- Many more!
Automotive Careers
- San Juan Community College Auto Tech Program: not-for-profit community college in Farmington, NM
- Universal Technical Institute: for-profit program with multiple locations
- Lincoln Tech: for-profit program with multiple locations
- Research automotive career salaries & requirements