Events are subject to change at any time.

See also:

WorkSource Events Calendar — Listing of Career EXPOs, workshops and other career events/fairs maintained by WorkSource Washington.
Renton Technical College Events Listing — Listing of various workshops, career fairs, special events.

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May 2012

33rd Annual Washington Women in Trades — Career Fair

Date: Friday, May 11, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center
Seattle, Washington
Phone: 206-324-3372
Email: cpollyc@comcast.net.
www.wawomenintrades.com

"Exploring Your Future" in 2012
Helping Youth Discover Their Passion in Construction, Manufacturing, Technical & Higher Education, Health Care, Aerospace and other high growth/high demand industries

Date: May 15 & 16, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Spokane Interstate Fairgrounds & Expo Center
Spokane, Washington

"Exploring Your Future" showcases the work of the construction industry, manufacturing
technical & higher education, health care, aerospace and other high growth/high demand
industries to an audience of 1,800 junior high and high school students. This event is set up to
encourage the students to explore the employment, educational and apprenticeship
opportunities in these high growth/high demand industries.
All of these industries are facing a shortage of skilled young talent. In an attempt to fill the
projected career openings over the next 5-10 years, "Exploring Your Future" is providing an
opportunity for our area students to the industries and their opportunities. By allowing
students to participate and receive "Hands-On" brings these opportunities to life

Increase Your Company Awareness
Become a Sponsor for "Exploring Your Future" in 2012

Large groups of community members and organization meet to coordinate, produce and
promote this event. The Associated General Contractors (AGC), Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI),
Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS), Manufacturing, Technical & Higher Education, Health
Care, Aerospace and others together in one place at the same time providing our area youth
exposure to career options allowing for a seamless transition upon high school graduation.
This is a great opportunity for your company to get involved in the community and get some
real quality exposure. There will be 1,800 students attending and this is a great platform for
your business to be highlighted.
For more information:
Mike Ankney Director, AGC Apprenticeship Center
Phone: 509-534-0502
Mobile: 509-599-7863
Fax: 509-534-0503
Email: mankney@nwagc.org

Recruitment and Retention of Women in Washington's Apprenticeships Workshop

Date: May 16, 2012
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Renton Technical College
Event Description:
This engaging and informative workshop will help you think differently about your approach to recruiting and retaining talent. During the workshop, you will: begin a program and/or partnership marketing plan, gain fresh tips/ideas to locate qualified women for your programs, learn how to assign value and evaluate what works and what doesn't work in your recruitment efforts, consider practices that improve retention that you can change or implement now, think about recruitment differently- and be able to get your co-workers to do the same!
For more information, contact:
Vicki Plemmons
Phone: 425-235-2352 ext. 2217
Email: vplemmons@rtc.edu

Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc.’s 20th Annual Women in Trades Career Fair

Date: May 17 – 19, 2012
Location: NECA / IBEW Electrical Training Center
16021 NE Airport Way
Portland, OR 97230
Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. proudly presents the 20th Annual Women in Trades Career Fair! 
An interactive, 3-day event changing the face of the next generation of tradesworkers.
Middle School Girls’ Day
Thursday, May 17, 2012

• Pre-registration required

High School Girls’ Day
Friday, May 18, 2012

• Pre-registration required

Careers for Women Day
Saturday, May 19, 2012
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• No Pre-registration required

— FREE admission.
— FREE parking.
— FREE Dads & Daughters event with coffee and refreshments.
— Free onsite childcare.
— Free transportation on Eco-Shuttle from the Gateway transit center.

Explore a career in the trades! Participate in hands-on workshops, try out tools, meet employers, learn about apprenticeship and training opportunities, meet successful tradeswomen including electricians, carpenters, lineworkers, heavy equipment operators, and more. No advance registration required.
For more information, please visit www.tradeswomen.net or Contact Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc.: 503-335-8200 ext. 21, email: info@tradeswomen.net
www.tradeswomen.net or Mary Ann Naylor, PR Specialist , 503-335-8200 ext. 26, email:  maryann@tradeswomen.net.

SPOKANE SALUTE TO SERVICE EXPO

Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Location: River Park Square,
Downtown Spokane, Washington A 2012 Outreach for all members of the Military Community!

Saturday event prior to the Armed Forces Torchlight Parade Join us at River Park Square, where we can honor and thank those who sacrifice and serve for country in dedication, honor, and pride!
The Salute to Service Expo is an outreach for Members of the Military Community including Active Duty, Guard, Reserves, Retired, Veterans and their families. The Expo will feature historical images, local resources, and businesses who wish to honor our military community. A portion of the exhibitor and sponsorship fees will be donated to the Armed Forces and Aerospace Museum project. When opened the museum will provide support to Regional History & Technology; Veterans and Service to Country; Aerospace Industry; and Conventions and Tourism. This is your opportunity to welcome home veterans of all eras and our current returning military from combat zones while discovering continuing areas of outreach and support that you can join.
Please save the date and join our community at River Park Square in a day of sharing before celebrating more at the Torchlight Parade.
The Spokane Lilac Festival will be celebrating in Downtown Spokane its 74th Annual Armed Forces 2012 Torchlight Parade ''Dream & Reach For the Stars” - Saturday evening, May 19 starting at 7 PM. The parade includes over 200 units, the Lilac queen and princesses, floats, equestrian groups and individuals, groups of veterans and active military, marching school bands and more. Let’s show our military community that we appreciate their service and welcome them all home! For more information & to request an exhibitor or sponsorship form please contact - Charity Doyl, email: Charitydoyl@yahoo.com 509-928-9664.
Information Flyer (262 KB PDF)

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June 2012

3rd Annual Youth (Ages 12-25) Empowerment Conference College & Job Fair

Date: June 2, 2012
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Zion Prepatory Academy
4730 32nd Avenue
Seattle, Washington 98118
For more information, contact Selena Taylor:
Phone: 206-351-9462
Email: youth.empowerconference@yahoo.com
Information Flyer (631 KB PDF / 1.5 min)

June 4, 2012
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the July 2012 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

Sustainability Stars Tour! - Workshop/Bus Tour/Virtual Demonstrations

Date: June 8, 2012
Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: South Seattle Community College
Georgetown Campus
Grab your tourist gear, climb on the bus and join us for a tour of "Sustainability Stars"/ The event begins with a keynote presentation, virtual training demonstrations with hands-on opportunities and a bus tour of industries that showcase sustainable materials and best practices, including the Port of Seattle and more!
Register NOW
Cost is $25 and includes clock hours, professional development hours, tour and lunch.
Who should attend: apprenticeship, CTC professional/technical staff, and high school teachers!
Feel free to contact Vicki Plemmons if you have questions at vplemmons@rtc.edu.

7th Annual Energy & Construction Best Practices Summit

Energizing America's Workforce for Tomorrow

Date: June 20, 21 & 22, 2012
June 20 - Educators Institute
June 21 - Summit, Signature Crab Feed & Scholarship Auction
June 22 - Smart Grid Manufacturing Roundtable
Time: (see event website)
Location: 100 Technology Lane
Satsop Development Park
Elma, Washington 98541
For more information and to register, please go to the event website: cleanenergyexcellence.org/summit/.

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July 2012

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: July 18, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: July 19, 2012
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Tumwater, WA
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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August 2012

August 31, 2012
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the October 2012 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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September 2012

Cowlitz Wahkiakum Construction Fair

Date: September 28, 2012
Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Cowlitz Expo Center, Washington
SEPTEMBER 28TH is the set date for next fall’s Cowlitz Wahkiakum Construction Fair at the Cowlitz Expo Center. We will be having an Advisory meeting late spring to start planning and we will get details out to all of you after that. But I just wanted to make sure that everyone was on board that the date has been reserved! Contact Mollie DuBois at 360-501-1830, or mollie.dubois@kelso.wednet.edu.

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October 2012

Tri-Cities Construction Career Day

Date: October 2, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Tri-Cities area, Washington
More information to follow.

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting - WSATC

Date: October 17, 2012
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: October 18, 2012
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Spokane, WA
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

Yelm High School College and Career Fair

Date: October 22, 2012
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Yelm High School
Yelm, Washington
For more information: Terry Mensonides at terry_mensonides@ycs.wednet.edu

Everett HS High School and Beyond Family Night

Date: Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: Everett High School (Everett, WA)
Contact: Barbara Elder, 425-385-4436 or belder@everettsd.org
We look forward to hearing from you.
A confirmation letter with detailed schedule and information will be sent in the fall.

North Thurston Public Schools  4th annual College and Career Fair

Date: Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Timberline High School
6120 Mullen Road SE
Lacey, Washington 98503
Dinner provided prior to event.
For more information: Carolyn St.John, THS Career Center Specialist, cstjohn@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4867.

Olympia School District Career & College Fair

Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2012
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Capital High Schooll
Olympia, Washington 98502
For more information: jboelts@osd.wednet.edu

Mt. Tahoma High School - High School & Beyond Night

Date: October 24, 2012
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Mt. Tahoma High School
4634 S. 74th St.
Tacoma, WA 98409
For more information: Contact Stacy Hink, Career Counselor, Phone: 253-571-3824, email: shink@tacoma.k12.wa.us.

Henry M. Jackson HS High School and Beyond Family Night

Date: Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Time: 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Location: Henry M. Jackson HS (Mill Creek, WA)
Contact: Marianne Allen, 425-385-7028 or mallen2@everettsd.org
We look forward to hearing from you. Please use this link to RSVP:
A confirmation letter with detailed schedule and information will be sent in the fall.

Cascade HS High School and Beyond Family Night

Date: Thursday, October 25, 2012
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: Cascade High School (Everett, WA)
Contact: Trish Roberts, 425-385-6030 or troberts@everettsd.org
We look forward to hearing from you. Please use this link to RSVP:
A confirmation letter with detailed schedule and information will be sent in the fall.

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November 2012

Sumner School District's "Beyond High School Night"

Date: November 8, 2012
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Bonney Lake High School - Bonney Lake, WA
For more information:
Contact Sheri Helmod, Career Specialist
Phone: 253-891-5752
Email: sheri_helmod@sumnersd.org.

Pierce County Construction Career Day

Date: November 15, 2012
Time: TBD
Location: Puyallup, WA
More information to follow.

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December 2012

December 3, 2012
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the January 2013 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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January 2013

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting - WSATC

Date: January 16, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: January 17, 2013
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Tumwater, WA

For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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March 2013

March 4, 2013
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the April 2013 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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April 2013

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: April 17, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: April 18, 2013
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Vancouver, WA
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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June 2013

June 3, 2013
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the July 2013 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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July 2013

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: July 17, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: July 18, 2013
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Tumwater, WA
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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August 2013

August 30, 2013
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the October 2013 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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October 2013

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: October 16, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: October 17, 2013
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Spokane, WA
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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December 2013

December 2, 2013
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the January 2014 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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January 2014

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: January 15, 2014
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: January 16, 2014
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: TBD
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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March 2014

March 2, 2014
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the April 2014 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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April 2014

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: April 16, 2014
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: April 17, 2014
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: TBD
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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June 2014

June 2, 2014
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the July 2014 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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July 2014

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: July 16, 2014
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: July 17, 2014
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: TBD
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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August 2014

August 29, 2014
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the October 2014 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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October 2014

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: October 15, 2014
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: October 16, 2014
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: TBD
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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December 2014

December 1, 2014
Last day for "Requests for Revision of Committee/Standards" or "Request for New Committee/Standards" forms to be submitted for the January 2015 Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting.

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January 2015

Compliance Review & Retention Subcommittee Meeting — WSATC

Date: January 14, 2015
Time: 9 a.m. to Noon
Location: See below WSATC notice
Additional meetings: (Tentative)

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Quarterly Meeting

Date: January 15, 2015
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: TBD
For additional information and copies of the agendas, please contact the Apprenticeship Section at 360-902-5320, email thum235@Lni.wa.gov or go to our Agenda/Minutes page.

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For more information, please contact the Apprenticeship Section.