Construction Mentor Program

Program Details

• Who: Students entering grades 10-12 in Fall 2025 

• When: June 30-July 3, 2025

• Where: Metro-area firms and training centers (multiple locations) 

• Application: Rolling. Use the QR code and apply by Thursday, May 29, 2025, for priority consideration.

APPLICATION AND ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility and requirements: Students in grades 10-12 are eligible. Priority is given to students from PWA partner districts (North Clackamas, Parkrose, Reynolds, PPS, Gresham-Barlow and Oregon Charter Academy). Students do not need expertise or prior experience, only an interest in career readiness and exploring careers in construction. 

Stipend and post-mentor support. Students who attend all four days will receive a $200 completion stipend. They will also receive access to post-mentor support, including priority access to future PWA career-learning opportunities in construction.

How to apply: Fill out the interest form by clicking the button Above. Rolling acceptance.  Questions? Please contact career@portlandworkforcealliance.org.

PWA Inclusion Statement: We welcome students from all racial backgrounds and ethnicities, citizenship statuses, socioeconomic backgrounds, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, religions and abilities.