Young adults between the ages of 17 and 24 years old, who are in the process of finishing high school or attaining their GED, may enroll in Casa Verde Builders. Members will build single family, energy efficient and affordable houses in East Austin communities and learn hands on constructions skills all while using the latest in green building techniques.
Benefits of Casa Verde Builders Job Training and Education:
- High School Diploma or GED via a schedule of half days on the CVB job site and half days at the AYW Charter School or Service Learning Academy
- Bi-weekly stipend helps older students who need to work in order to stay in school
- AmeriCorps education award ($1,000+) to help Corps members pay for post-secondary education
- In-depth hands-on training in construction skills
- Nationally recognized certificates including NCCER Core Curriculum, NAHB Pre-Apprenticeship, and OSHA 10 Hour Safety
- Bonuses for school and site attendance
- Paid holidays
- Personal and career counseling
- Lasting friendships
How to Join CVB
To apply to member of Casa Verde Builders, please contact us.
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