AWP Success Stories
Alaska Works Partnership - Real Success Stories.
At Alaska Works Partnership, we're dedicated to helping Alaskans who are striving to build better futures. We take pride in our programs and partnerships that are specifically designed to provide you with the tools you need to succeed. But what really makes us beam with pride are the inspiring success stories of our students.
These individuals have taken advantage of our programs and have gone on to pursue high-paying careers in the construction industry. We believe that every Alaskan deserves the chance to succeed, and we're honored to have played a part in their journeys.
If you're looking to achieve your goals and create a brighter tomorrow for yourself, we encourage you to take a few minutes to read about our student's success stories. We hope their stories inspire you to reach out to us today and discover how we can help you achieve your dreams.
Darren Bunde
Carpentry Apprenticeship Success Darren had been working at a local pizza shop in Anchorage for several years when he realized he wanted a career change. Despite having no previous experience in construction trades, he decided to take a chance and enroll in the Alaska Works Carpentry 1 program. Little did he know, this decision would […]
Kirk McKibben
Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Success We are thrilled to share the news of Kirk McKibben's success in his apprenticeship program! Kirk has spent his entire working career in manual labor jobs, but he wanted to move toward a career that would provide more opportunities for growth and development. After completing a 40-hour training in heavy equipment […]
Trinity Nusbaum
Apprenticeship Success Meet Trinity Nusbaum, a young woman who has already made great strides in her career as a carpenter. Trinity's journey began after high school, where she worked in coffee shops and gyms, establishing a good work ethic, but craving a new challenge. That challenge came in the form of exploring the construction trades […]
Elijah Watts
Apprenticeship Success - Fairbanks From working as a customer service representative at a local Jiffy Lube in Fairbanks, Alaska, Elija Watts transitioned into exploring career-oriented options that would pique his interest. His journey led him to carpentry, a trade that he found fascinating after watching the construction of a local skate park. After working a […]
 Kaden Blevins
Kaden’s Journey to Becoming a Plumber: How One High School Student Found His Passion Kaden Blevins' story is a great example of how a chance encounter can change the trajectory of one’s life. Growing up in Colorado, Kaden never imagined himself becoming a plumber. However, when his family moved to Eagle River, AK, he found […]
Jaclyn Johnson
Telecom Apprenticeship Success Jaclyn’s journey towards a fulfilling career is a great testament to the impact that Alaska Works Partnership (AWP) can have on individuals. In just a few interactions, AWP staff were able to introduce Jaclyn to the world of construction training and the opportunities available to her. This led her to apply for […]
Cameryn Olson
Apprenticeship Success - Nome Alaska Nineteen year old Cameryn Olson is fast pursuing a life of great accomplishments. After a couple of temporary jobs straight out of high school, Cameryn landed at Norton Sound Health Corporation in the Ophthalmology department, earning a decent wage.More was desired, as she had always had her eyes on heavy […]
Philip Andrew
Career Success Meet Philip, a man who is a jack of all trades and a single dad to six wonderful sons. He was born and raised in the village of New Stuyahok, Alaska, where he worked various labor jobs. However, it wasn't until he discovered his love for construction that he decided to pursue a […]
Emily Campbell
Apprenticeship Success Emily Campbell's story is a very inspiring example of resilience, determination, and the power of second chances. Despite facing personal challenges, Emily was able to turn her life around through hard work, support, and training. Emily's journey began when she participated in the Cadet to Work Program (CWP) through AMYA and Alaska Works […]
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