You may be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship!

If you:

• are 24 years of age or under
• have left school before completing the necessary academic requirements for the trade you’re interested in
• are committed to achieving the necessary academic requirements within one year
• demonstrate an interest as well as a strong commitment in the desired skilled trade

Contact your local Job Connect agency for further information.

More and more Ottawa youth are choosing careers within the trades. The reason for this is that the old stereotypes about the trades being low-tech, unrewarding and low paying are quickly disappearing. There are also more and more females entering the trades every year.

Some of the tips provided by employers are:

• Present yourself as a "clean-cut" professional - in other words, dress appropriately.
• Make sure that your resume is free of errors (grammar and spelling).
• Ask to speak with the Service Manager - don't just pass your resume into the receptionist.
• Successful candidates usually possess a good attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
• Be willing to work initially for entry-level wages while you are in training. Salary and benefit packages of $50,000 or greater are common within the industry, once individuals acquire their certifications.