Voice From The Field: Sara Jo Loudin, Apprentice Carpenter
Sara Jo Loudin arrived in Morgantown with a suitcase full of clothes and no clear plan. Today, she’s an apprentice carpenter working bridge construction. Her path wasn’t straightforward. Before joining […]
Is a Skilled Trade Training Program Right for You?
Thinking about applying for a skilled trades training program but not sure if it is the right fit? That pause is a good thing. Skilled trades offer hands-on work, steady […]
Building Skills and Holiday Spirit: Step Up Students Put Their Measuring Skills to Work
Students at the Dunbar location of West Virginia Women Work’s Step Up for Women Construction Pre-Apprenticeship recently combined precision and creativity in a hands-on classroom project. Using scrap lumber, students […]
Building Confidence on the Job: How Training Builds More Than Skills
Confidence is one of the most valuable skills a person can bring to any workplace. It influences how we communicate, solve problems, and show up for the job each day. […]
Why Safety Training Comes First in the Skilled Trades
When you step onto a jobsite, safety isn’t just a rule; it’s a culture. Before a worker picks up a power tool, climbs a ladder, or moves materials, they need […]
Is a Hands-On Career Right for You? Here’s How to Know
You don’t need a fancy resume to build a solid future.If you’ve ever been told you’re a hard worker, good with your hands, or someone people count on, you might […]
West Virginia Women Work Awarded 2025 American Water Charitable Foundation Workforce Readiness Grant
[Dunbar, WV] –June 25, 2025 –West Virginia Women Work announced today it was awarded a 2025 American Water Charitable Foundation Workforce Readiness grant, focusing on general career readiness, financial and […]
What 12 Weeks Can Really Do: Inside Our Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Twelve weeks may not seem like much, but for many of our students, it is enough time to transform their future. At WV Women Work, our pre-apprenticeship program is designed […]
What Employers Look For and How We Help You Get There
When you are applying for a job, especially in the skilled trades, most people focus on learning the technical skills. And that is important. Knowing how to use tools, follow […]
The Hidden Work Behind Workforce Readiness: Why Pre-Apprenticeship Is the Game Changer
When someone gets hired but can’t hold the job, people often blame the worker. But what if the real issue is that they were never given the chance to prepare? […]