Pittsburgh Chapter, German American Chamber of Commerce

www.gaccpit.com

Grades 11–12 Postsecondary

The Pittsburgh Chapter of the German American Chamber of Commerce offers youth work-based learning opportunities through programs modeled on Germany’s dual apprenticeship system. These programs connect students with local manufacturers and businesses, combining classroom learning with paid, hands-on industry experience to develop technical skills and prepare them for high-demand careers.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

Fewer Than 100

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

Regional

STATE(S) COVERED

Pennsylvania, West Virginia

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Urban, Rural, Suburban

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Career Fair / Career Day, Industry Speaker, Workplace Tour, Career Counseling / Assessments, Cooperative Work Experience, Pre-Apprenticeship, Registered Apprenticeship

DELIVERY MODALITY

Workplace-based

TYPICAL DURATION

Medium-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

In-school

COMPENSATION TYPE

Paid

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Students, Educators, Employers

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

English Only

TARGETED POPULATIONS

Low-income / FRPL Eligible

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Yes

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Advanced Manufacturing

FUNDING MODEL

Grants, Earned Revenue

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