Learn more about on-the-job training

Students are required to do on-the-job training if they want to earn industry certifications and credentials.

We rely on our training partners to make that possible.

See credential opportunities

Meet our partners

We've been honored to partner with these businesses and organizations.

We'd be happy to add you to the list.

View our partners

Become a partner

Someone from our staff will guide you through:

• Submitting a proposal
• Registering as a vendor
• Signing a contract

Fill out our interest form to show your interest.

Complete the interest form

What to expect when partnering with us

• After you complete our interest form, someone from our team will contact you to follow up.
• An informational meet and greet with the Green Careers Exploration Program (GCEP) team. In that meeting, we will discuss:
  • Green career topics and trainings you are interested in
  • Capacity of both GCEP and prospective partner teams
  • Contracting methods
  • Audience
• You will have one point of contact on the GCEP team to manage your involvement with our program.
• Collaboration with a network of local employers, community organizations, and training providers

Our values 

We value partners who:

• Center the needs and experiences of youth ages 5-24 from different communities, including:
  • Black
  • American Indian
  • Latinx
• Are committed to having employees who reflect the communities they serve
• Strive to provide holistic support and soft skills trainings built into their programs
• Can support former students with on-the-job training
• Have strong connections to other local groups in their industry
• Are committed to expanding workforce trainings available in Minneapolis