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Work-Based Learning

Got Questions? We've Got Answers! 

Our Work-Based Learning Coordinator, Taylor Van Antwerp, is happy to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to reach out to Taylor at vanantwerp@edadvance.org.

Employers: Want to Connect with CCA Students?

We'd love to connect you with talented CCA students! If you're an employer interested in learning more, please don't hesitate to contact Taylor at vanantwerp@edadvance.org.

2024/2025 Work-Based Learning Activities:  Manufacturing & Engineering

  • November 15: 9:30-10:30am at the RLC

    • Panel discussion: three industry representatives from Plainville Plating, RBC Bearings, and Outer Armor, will talk about the work their companies do, various roles and responsibilities within the company, skills and knowledge required for employees, and potential opportunities for job shadowing, internships, etc.

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, October 28, 2024

  • December 6: 9:30-10:30am at the RLC

  • ​​January 17th: 9:30-10:30am at the RLC

    • ​Guest Speaker: Eric Flynn, Flynn Systems Group
    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Friday, December 20, 2024

  • February 7th: Time 9:30-11:00am, at RLC

    • Guest Speaker: Matt Wright, Cosmic Pathways; focus: hands-on physics and engineering activities,discussion about careers in physics and engineering

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, January 27, 2025

  • February 21st: 9:30-10:30a at the RLC

    • Guest Speaker: Representatives from TRUMF; focus: Introduction to TRUMF and discussion of apprenticeship opportunities

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, February 3rd, 2025

  • March 21st: Site Visit from 9:30-11:00am

    • TRUMF

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, March 3, 2025

  • April 4th: Site Visit from 10:00-11:00am

    • RBC Bearings

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025

  • May 16th: 9:30a-10:30a at RLC

    • Guest Speaker: Maddi Blanchard, Workforce Outreach Coordinator, O&G Industries

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, April 28, 2025

  • June 6th: Site Visit from 10:00-11:00am

    • MakerspaceCT

    • Student headcount and shuttle RSVP deadline: Monday, May 19, 2025

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