Career Pathways

Working Together to Shape the Future. Helping students make informed decisions about their career choice & post-secondary plans. Creating & aligning educational opportunities based on the unique workforce needs of the Northeast Metro. Supporting teachers in the classroom by being an additional resource for quality instruction.

Career Pathways for 2021-2022 School Year

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More Information about the Career Pathways

Automotive Career Pathway

Automotive Career Pathway Courses

Automotive Technology I
Automotive Technology II
Car Care
Motor Sports Technology
Small Engines & Transportation Systems
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Introduction to Automotive & Welding Careers
- Diesel Trucks & Engine Technology
- Automotive Technology

Benefits for Registered Automotive Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Exposure Opportunities
- Certified Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) Project
- CAV Summer Camp
Industry Recognized Credentials
- Certified Automotive Information Specialist with ALLData Certification
- Ford Certification Technician Training
Internships
- Gen Z Connections (must be 16+ years old) - APPLICATIONS OPEN!
  - APPLY HERE
Job Placement with local Automotive & Transportation Employers
Job Shadow Opportunities
Trades Ambassador Program

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Interested in an Automotive Career? Check out MNCARS!!
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Skilled Trades Career Guide - From the Trades Ambassador Program
Success in the New Economy
Trades Hub
Success Story Fridays (8 Episode Season)
- Episode 1 - Seneca Little
- Episode 2 - Matt Cremona
- Episode 3 - Matt Smoyer
- Episode 4 - Stephanie Lopez
- Episode 5 - Sean (Shug) Emery
- Episode 6 - Frank "Sweet Music" Viola
- Episode 7 - Nur-D (Matt Allen)
- Episode 8 - Sara Paul
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Business Career Pathway

Business Career Pathway Courses

Accounting
Biznology
Career Investigations
Entrepreneurship & Business Management
Introduction to Business
Law
Marketing
Personal Finance (+ Hybrid)
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Entrepreneurship & Social Media Marketing
- Travel & Tourism
- Introduction to Hospitality Careers (grades 10 and up)

Benefits for Registered Business Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Best Prep
Career Pathway Coaching
DECA
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Internships
- Genesys Works (12th Grade)
Job Placement with local Employers
Job Shadow Opportunities
Knowledge Matters Simulations
Service Learning Projects with local Business Education Network (WBL Chamber of Commerce)

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Success in the New Economy
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Construction Career Pathway

Construction Career Pathway Courses

Architectural Design
Civil Engineering & Architecture (PLTW)
Construction Class (ALC only)
Housing & Interior Design
Introduction to Construction - Blueprint Reading, Carpentry, & Hand Tools (college credit opportunity)
Woodworking & an Introduction to the Construction (college credit opportunity)
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Construction Careers

Benefits for Registered Construction Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Assistance with Apprenticeship Applications & Placement (see Helpful Links)
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Exposure Opportunities
- Construct Tomorrow
- Learn2Build (middle school students)
Finishing Trades Institute of Upper Midwest (FTIUM) PSEO Program (apply in 11th grade, participate in 12th grade)
Industry Recognized Credentials
- OSHA 10
Internships
- MN Trades Academy (must be 16 years old)
Trades Ambassador Program with BridgeWorks

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
How to Get an Apprenticeship in the Construction Trades and Start Your Career
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Construction Career Pathways
Electrician Path - Want to be an Electrician? - learn how!
How to Get an Apprenticeship in the Construction Trades
Skilled Trades Career Guide - From the Trades Ambassador Program
Success in the New Economy
Trades Hub
Your Future Career in Construction by Kraus Anderson

Education Career Pathway

Education Career Pathway Courses

Child Development
Early Childhood Education
Exceptional Child
Exploring the Teaching Profession I (College in the Schools, college credit)
Exploring the Teaching Profession II (College in the Schools, college credit)
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Careers in Education

Benefits for Registered Education Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Industry Recognized Credentials
- First Aid & CPR Certification (offered in required Health Class)
- Mental Health First Aid Certification (must be 18 years old)
The Anchor Program with (mentor program) with Middle School Students
- NEW in 2021-22. Applications open March 15!!!
Job Placement with local Employers
Job Shadow Opportunities
- Shadow in WBLAS Classrooms
Scholarship Opportunities (12th grade)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Applications now open for April 2021 Trainings
- Must be 18 years old to get certified
- Click HERE to learn more and to register

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Success in the New Economy
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Engineering & Manufacturing Career Pathway

Engineering & Manufacturing Career Pathway Courses

Biomedical Engineering
Civil Engineering & Architecture(PLTW)
Digital Electronics (PLTW)
Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
Manufacturing & Applied Engineering I & II (college credit opportunity)
Precision Machining I & II
Principles of Engineering (PLTW)

Benefits for Registered Engineering & Manufacturing Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Exposure Opportunities
- National Manufacturing Day
Industry Recognized Credentials
- OSHA Certification
- MSSC Certification
Internships
- Gen Z Connections (must be 16+ years old) - APPLICATIONS OPEN!
  - APPLY HERE
Job Placement with local Employers
- Wilbert Plastic Services - PT Assembler Position
Scholarship Opportunities (12th grade)
- Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship
- Hallberg Engineering
Trades Ambassador Program

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Skilled Trades Career Guide - From the Trades Ambassador Program
Success in the New Economy
Trades Hub
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Health & Wellness Career Pathway

Health & Wellness Career Pathway Courses

Biomedical Engineering
Certified Nursing Assistant (college credit + credential opportunity)
Current Topics in Health
Human Anatomy & Physiology (2 semesters)
Introduction to Healthcare Careers (college credit)
Kinesiology
New Moves
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Dental Occupations (12th grade only)
- Emergency Medical Technician (11th and 12th grade only)
- Introduction to Medical Careers (grades 10 and up)
- Medical Careers - Honors

Benefits for Registered Health & Wellness Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Industry Recognized Credentials
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA Class)
- Certificate of Completion (CNA Class)
- First Aid & CPR Certification (offered in required Health Class)
- Mental Health First Aid Certification (must be 18 years old)
Job Placement with local Healthcare Employers (potential for tuition reimbursement)
Job Shadow Opportunities
Medical Terminology Exposure & Understanding
Mentor Program with Middle School Students (new in 2021-2022)
Scholarship Opportunities
Scrubs Camp
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Applications now open for April 2021 Trainings
- Must be 18 years old to get certified
- Click HERE to learn more and to register

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Success in the New Economy
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Information Technology Career Pathway (All Things Tech)

IT Career Pathway Courses

AP Computer Science A (college credit opportunity)
AP Computer Science Principles (college credit opportunity)
Digital Electronics
Digital Photography
Graphic Arts I & II
IT Explorations (college credit opportunity)
Programming Fundamentals (college credit opportunity)
916 CTE Courses (for 11th and 12th grade students)
- Computer Hardware/Software & Game Design

Benefits for Registered IT Career Pathway Students

Alumni Support
Career Pathway Coaching
Employability Skills Workshops
- Cover Letter
- Letters of Recommendation
- Mock Interviews
- Networking Skills & Opportunities
- Resume
Exposure Opportunities
- SPARCS @ Microsoft (for students who identify as female)
- Aspirations Award (for students who identify as female)
Internships
- Firefly Computers
- Genesys Works
- Techie Dude
- Summer Tech Depot
Job Placement with local Employers
Job Shadow Opportunities
Tech Club @ WBLAHS - North Campus
Tech Depot

RESOURCES

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Success in the New Economy
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN

Read the latest Career Pathways Newsletter

SENIORS! Apply for Scholarships Today!

Upcoming Virtual College & Career Visits HERE

2020-21 Career Pathways Brochure HERE

Click HERE for NEW student job postings

Academic Year Opportunities

All upcoming events are posted in the WBL Career Pathways Calendar. Check it out!

The Anchor Program (new for 2021-22 School Year) - Applications open on March 15
GENESYS WORKS - (for current Juniors)
- Current Juniors are invited to apply for the Genesys Works Paid Internship. If you are interested in Business, IT, or anything related to Tech - this is for you! Rising Seniors will do Skills Training in Summer 2021 + work a paid internship during the school year at a well-known company across the Metro Area AND get high school elective credit!
- Steps to Apply
  - Step 1 - Fill out the Interest Link
  - Step 2 - Complete Application - January 4 through March 7
  - Step 3 - Interview - Late March through Early April
- Visit Genesys Works website to learn more
Electricians Local 110 - Apprenticeship Application (for current Seniors)
- To learn about how you can apply and all the important details, click HERE.
- Slideshow with links HERE.
Buhler Inc. - Engineering Apprenticeships (for current Seniors)
- Buhler Inc is now accepting applications for 2021 Graduates who would like to work as a 3-year Customer Service Engineering Apprentice + get your Associate's Degree in Robotics Engineering from Hennepin Tech for FREE!!!!
- Everything you need to know about the opportunity can be found HERE.
- Application is HERE.
Plumbers Local 15 - Apprenticeship Application (Applications open January 4-29, 2021).
- Watch this VIDEO for everything you need to know about applying.
- Must currently be a Senior and be on track to graduate.
Finishing Trades Institute of Upper Midwest (FTIUM) PSEO Program - NEW!
- The FTIUM PSEO Program is for students during their senior year. Current juniors are invited to apply.
- 1 semester program, 4.5 HS credits, 9 college credits.
- To sign up, set up an appointment with your Assigned School Counselor.
- To learn more about the program, click HERE.
- For the FTIUM PSEO Digital Toolkit, click HERE.

Internships

Internships are created to benefit students' learning experiences, address workforce issues in pathway industries, and enhance the classroom learning experience at WBLAHS.

NEW! Manley Gardening Internships - Apps open now!
- Position #1 - Garden Laborer Internship
- Position #2 - Public Relations & Gardener Laborer Internship
- For information about each position and how to apply, click on the link. Positions open until filled.
Firefly Computers - Applications in Spring 2021
Genesys Works - Applications close March 7
- Current Juniors are invited to apply for the Genesys Works Paid Internship. If you are interested in Business, IT, or anything related to Tech - this is for you! Rising Seniors will do Skills Training in Summer 2021 + work a paid internship during the school year at a well-known company across the Metro Area AND get high school elective credit!
- Steps to Apply
  - Step 1 - Fill out the Interest Link
  - Step 2 - Complete Application - January 4 through March 7
  - Step 3 - Interview - Late March through Early April
- Visit Genesys Works website to learn more
Gen Z Connections - Click HERE for Application (closes April 1 or until filled)
MN Trades Academy - Applications open soon!
MN DOT's Phoenix Program - Applications open in Spring 2021
Summer Tech Depot - Applications open in Spring 2021

Summertime Opportunities

Students are offered the opportunity to participate in summer camps, job shadows, employment and hands-on experiences in collaboration with our educational and industry partners.

Scrubs Camps at St. Paul College (July 19-22, 2021) - Click HERE to learn more and to register
Video Game Design Camp @ St. Paul College (July 6-9, 2021) - Click HERE to learn more and to register
Advanced Manufacturing Camp - Imagine It, Design It, Make It! (June 21-24, 2021) - Click HERE to learn more and to register

In the News

Educators Support Career Pathways for Students to Build a Future
WBL Career Pathways in NE Metro Business Magazine (pp. 20-21).
WBL Career Pathways on MN Public Radio with Angela Davis
WBL Career Pathways in MinnPost
WBL Career Pathways in Teaching Today MN
2019 Business Achievement Awards from White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce
WBL Career Pathways featured on MN Public Radio
Business Leaders Recognized for Community Impact
2019 Hot Jobs & Great Companies (p. 3).

Helpful Links

TOP 30 Careers during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Interested in an Automotive Career? Check out MNCARS!!
How to Get an Apprenticeship in the Construction Trades and Start Your Career
College Readiness Help - Need help with college essays, applications, FAFSA questions?
Construction Career Pathways
Electrician Path - Want to be an Electrician? - learn how!
How to Get an Apprenticeship in the Construction Trades
Skilled Trades Career Guide - From the Trades Ambassador Program
Success in the New Economy
Trades Hub
Success Story Fridays (8 Episode Season)
- Episode 1 - Seneca Little
- Episode 2 - Matt Cremona
- Episode 3 - Matt Smoyer
- Episode 4 - Stephanie Lopez
- Episode 5 - Sean (Shug) Emery
- Episode 6 - Frank "Sweet Music" Viola
- Episode 7 - Nur-D (Matt Allen)
- Episode 8 - Sara Paul
Virtual Career Fairs from Career Force MN
Your Future Career in Construction by Kraus Anderson

Job Opportunities

NEW! Wilbert Plastic Services - Part-Time Assembler
- Click HERE for Job Overview
- Click HERE for complete Job Description
- To apply online, click HERE.
- Stop by the College & Career Center for printed materials or ask your teacher/counselor to print off the materials for you.
Click HERE for the NEW job postings - for WBL students only, log in to your student account to access.

Information for Industry Partners

The WBL Career Pathways Team works with local industry partners to create and align educational opportunities based on their specific workforce needs.

Opportunities include but are not limited to:

apprentice readiness
employment
field trips
guest speaking
internships
job site tours
scholarships
sponsorships
student visits in The College & Career
summer camps

Email Jenny Moore (jennifer.moore@isd624.org) to get involved

Email Julie Anderson (julie.anderson@isd624.org) to sign up for a time slot in The College & Career Center!

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