Addison Trail students participate in career-exploration field trips to learn about pipefitter and electrical worker unions

Addison Trail students recently participated in two career-exploration field trips.

On Nov. 7, 19 students traveled to the Pipefitters Training Center Local Union 597 in Mokena. To view a photo gallery from the event, click on the image above, or go to www.dupage88.net/site/page/16542.

During their visit, pupils learned about the apprenticeships offered and the requirements to apply. They also were able to watch apprentices practicing their skills in the various programs, which are:

  • HVAC Mechanical Service Pipe Fitter
  • Building Trades Pipe Fitter
  • Hybrid Program
  • Gas Distribution

For more information, go to https://www.pftf597.org.

On Nov. 12, 18 students went to the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (IN-Tech) in Alsip, where they were able to hear from current students and instructors and view trainings in and out of the classroom. They also learned about IN-Tech’s two types of apprenticeship: a four-year communications apprenticeship and a five-year construction apprenticeship. 

To view a photo gallery from the event, click on the image above, or go to www.dupage88.net/site/page/16541.

According to https://ejatt.com, “The sponsoring organizations of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 and the Electrical Contractors Association of the City of Chicago have created IN-Tech to supply the unionized electrical industry with high-quality training that values and integrates safety, quality, speed and integrity into every class that is offered.”

District 88 is committed to providing multiple and flexible pathways for students to ensure they are college and career ready and continues to partner with colleges/universities and local businesses to expand these opportunities. See details at dupage88.net/Pathways. District 88 invites companies to collaborate with the district and support students. See details at dupage88.net/BusinessPartnerships.

Below are upcoming field trips for students who are interested in the trades:

  • Nov. 21: Laborers

  • Dec. 3: Teamsters

To participate in these events, students can contact their counselor, or Addison Trail teacher Stacey Puccini at spuccini@dupage88.net.