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Nicor Gas commits $500K to Quad County Urban League for Career Academy
The Nicor Gas Career Academy is a program sponsored by IBEW Local 19, Quad County Urban League, NPL, Miller Pipeline and Pipe Strong. The 6-week, free job readiness program prepares participants for careers in the utility industry.
From career pathway planning and employment readiness, interview practice and resume writing to getting familiar with the HR and hiring process at Nicor Gas, Career Academy sets students up for an exciting career and a bright future.
Natural Gas Focus
The Career Academy curriculum covers core academics including mechanical concepts, basic math and reading skills. The program also prepares students for their careers with employment readiness coaching. A few of the areas covered include:
Safety
Natural Gas 101
Job Shadowing
Tools of the Trade
Meter Reading/Utility Specialist Training
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