In Genesee County, or team-based approach to workforce development has led the way in activating workforce programs that ensure all students graduating from our high schools know about and get hands-on experiences with in-demand jobs, learn on the same equipment used by our companies, and join our adult population in receiving training that prepares them for debt-free and successful careers.
Contact me if you have any questions about these programs - "Coach Swazz" 585-343-4866, Ext. 11 | Email | LinkedIn
Genesee Valley Pre-Apprenticeship Bootcamp
"Earn as You Learn" with this six-week advanced manufacturing training program.
Participants receive paid on-the-job training through registered apprenticeship opportunities at Genesee County employers, and graduate with no debt!
2023 Program
Timeline: July 10 - August 24, 2023
Location: Batavia Career & Technical Education Center, 8250 State Street Road, Batavia, NY, 14020
Eligibility: Participants must be 18-24 years old at start of program (July 10, 2023)
Capacity: Up to 15 students for 2022 program
Cornell in High School Dairy Processing Boot Camp
Our newest workforce training program is launching immediately after the 2022-23 school year to give graduating seniors a fast track to careers in Genesee County's major dairy processing employers.
Led by Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, students will graduate this fun and informative accelerated training program with a Cornell Dairy Processing Certificate.
31 students at the Genesee Valley BOCES electro-mechanical (mechatronics) program are currently participating in the Finger Lakes Youth Apprenticeship Program with Genesee County and regional businesses, including Bonduelle, Oxbo, Tambe Electric and Turnbull HVAC.
Following a mid-school year matching day, students in 11th grade join employers for job-shadows, and students in 12th grade join employers for paid internships.
GLOW With Your Hands is the largest hands-on career exploration event for GLOW Region students.
Participants experience dozens of high-growth and high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, and the skilled trades at this celebration and an on-demand virtual career exploration platform.
Employers are encouraged to join this year's program, which will be the largest in GLOW With Your Hands history!
2023 Program
Timeline: Sept. 26, 2023
Location: Genesee County Fairgrounds, 5056 East Main Street Road, Batavia, NY, 14020
Eligibility: Open to students entering 8th to 12th grade in the 2023-24 school year from all public and private middle schools and high schools, and in home school programs in Genesee, Livingston, Orleans, Wyoming counties.
