RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION
When: Thursday, Jan 16, 2020 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM
Where: 151 Fifth Avenue Brooklyn, NY
Contact: (718) 237-4846
Red Hook on the Road helps unemployed New Yorkers start new careers in commercial driving. After four weeks of classroom and behind-the-wheel training, students are prepared to take the NYS Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) road test. Once licensed, Red Hook on the Road places graduates in a variety of jobs that move people and products throughout the city.
REQUIREMENTS
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- 21 yrs or older
- Eligible to work in the US
- Live in NYC
- Qualify as low income, under or unemployed, and/or receive public assistance
- Absolutely no DWIs or DUIs
- Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License for at least two years and with one of the following three items (no combination of items A-C allowed):A) Four (4) points or fewerB) One (1) suspension (which has been cleared for at least two years)C) One (1) conviction showing on the driver record
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Must dedicate to attending full-time training, Mondays to Fridays 8am-5pm
- Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
BROOKLYN WOODS INFORMATION SESSION
When: Wednesday, January 15, 2020 | 10am-12pm
Where: 125 8th Street, Brooklyn (2nd Floor)
Brooklyn Woods offers five cycles per year and recruits for the next training cycle on a rolling basis. You do not need to pre-register to attend.
At the Information Session, you will fill out an application with your work history, get detailed information about the program, take a tour of the shop and take a reading, math and measurement test.
- Please bring a valid photo ID and a resume, if you have one.
- Please note that latecomers who arrive after 10 AM may not be admitted.
Brooklyn Woods is located at the BWI Sector Skills Center at 125 8th Street, between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
If you have any questions please call 718-389-3636.
BROOKLYN NETWORKS INFORMATION SESSION
When: January 14, 2020 | 10:00 AM
Where: 621 Degraw Street, Brooklyn NY 11226
Brooklyn Networks information sessions gives you the chance to meet our team and help you apply to this voice and data cabling training program.
Out of respect for fellow prospective students, no one is admitted after the start time. Information Sessions can last up to 3 hours. Please call 718-237-2017 ext 149 or 182 to verify dates.
KINDWORK – TECH CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE TRAINING
When: Jan 13, 2020 | 2:00 PM
Where: The Yard in Gowanus, 157 13th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Get the skills you need to launch a career in the tech sector – no coding or engineering skills necessary. BWI and KindWork are now enrolling underrepresented young adults (ages 21-26) for a FREE 6-week Customer Experience & Support Career Bootcamp. You can earn the digital and professional skills needed to succeed in this growing career field.
Bring your valid State ID. Prepare to stay for at least 2.5 hours. You must fill out the online interest form prior to attending. No other RSVP is required. Latecomers will not be admitted.
“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION
January 13, 2020 @ 1:00pm
“Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program’s information sessions are held Mondays at 1:00 p.m. at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Building 92.
For directions, click here.
Guidelines and Requirements
- No RSVP is needed.
- Bring your résumé (if you have one). A production résumé is not required.
- Be prepared to stay for at least 3 hours.
- Arrive on-time: Latecomers will NOT be admitted and space is limited.
- Doors open at noon. No admittance prior to noon.
For more information, questions or concerns you may email us [email protected]. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding info session cancellations and/or program updates.
“Made in NY” PA info sessions are followed by New York Drives info sessions for applicants who need assistance obtaining their driver’s licenses.
PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.
NEW YORK DRIVES INFORMATION SESSION
Monday, Jan 13 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92 (63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn NY, 11205)
For directions, click here.
New York Drives Information Sessions are held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Mondays. Please note that because this program is a prerequisite for non-drivers interested in our TV and film production training, New York Drives info sessions are split into two parts: The “Made in NY” Production Assistant Training section, and the New York Drives section afterwards for applicants who don’t have their licenses. At your info session, you’ll apply for both programs.
All sessions are at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Building 92. Applicants ages 18 to 24 are strongly encouraged to apply. Try to arrive at least 15 minutes early, as late-comers will not be admitted.
Please review the requirements listed on our program page prior to attending the Information Session.
If you have any questions, call 718-237-2017 x 143.
“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION
When: Monday, January 11, 2021 @ 1:00pm
Where: “Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program’s information sessions are currently being held online only. We will return to offering in-person info sessions as soon as possible.
Before the Info Session:
Please fill out this Registration Form
Trouble accessing the registration form? Copy-paste the following link into your browser: https://forms.gle/iZpwwmo3ZXmXnVrN7
To Join the Info Session:
1. Download the FREE Zoom Clients for Meetings application at https://zoom.us/download
You will need to download the Zoom plugin, so please log into Zoom 10 minutes in advance to get set up. Sessions will start promptly at 1PM.
2. Click the Zoom Meeting link or copy-paste into your browser: https://zoom.us/j/3075559355. Meeting ID 307 555 9355
3. If you do not have access to computer audio: Dial 646-558-8656. Enter Meeting ID 307 555 9355.
If you experience any technical difficulties, please email [email protected] or call 718-237-2017 ext.145 & leave a message.
Join the thriving TV & Film Production Industry
Requirements:
• No RSVP is required to attend an information session
• Please arrive on time (click on the Zoom link 10 minutes before the start time to work out technical issues) and be prepared to stay for at least 1 hour
• 18+ years of age | 6 months of NYC residency and legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Available full-time during training
• 2-year commitment to working freelance production hours in the television & film industry after training
• A valid driver’s license is required to apply for this program (out-of-state licenses are accepted)
*No driver’s license? The New York Drives Program can aid you in obtaining your license free of charge. Attend a “Made in NY” PA information session to learn more. “Made in NY” PA info sessions are followed by New York Drives info sessions.
KINDWORK – TECH CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE TRAINING
When: Jan 11, 2020 | 11:00 AM
Where: The Yard in Gowanus, 157 13th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Get the skills you need to launch a career in the tech sector – no coding or engineering skills necessary. BWI and KindWork are now enrolling underrepresented young adults (ages 21-26) for a FREE 6-week Customer Experience & Support Career Bootcamp. You can earn the digital and professional skills needed to succeed in this growing career field.
Bring your valid State ID. Prepare to stay for at least 2.5 hours. You must fill out the online interest form prior to attending. No other RSVP is required. Latecomers will not be admitted.
KINDWORK – TECH CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE TRAINING
When: Jan 9, 2020 | 5:00 PM
Where: The Yard in Gowanus, 157 13th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Get the skills you need to launch a career in the tech sector – no coding or engineering skills necessary. BWI and KindWork are now enrolling underrepresented young adults (ages 21-26) for a FREE 6-week Customer Experience & Support Career Bootcamp. You can earn the digital and professional skills needed to succeed in this growing career field.
Bring your valid State ID. Prepare to stay for at least 2.5 hours. You must fill out the online interest form prior to attending. No other RSVP is required. Latecomers will not be admitted.
