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“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

November 26, 2018 @ 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.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • 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 (12 p.m.)

For more information, questions or concerns you may email us pa@bwiny.org. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding Information Session cancellations and/or program updates.

Red Hook on the Road Information Session

RED HOOK ON THE ROAD INFORMATION SESSION

When: Wednesday, November 21, 2018 | 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
    • 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 DWI’s or DUI’s
    • 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-4:30pm
  • Individuals with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

December 10, 2018 @ 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.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • 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 (12 p.m.)

For more information, questions or concerns you may email us pa@bwiny.org. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding Information Session cancellations and/or program updates.

Brooklyn Woods Information Session

BROOKLYN WOODS INFORMATION SESSION

When: Wednesday, November 21, 2018 | 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.

Food Industry Information Session

FOOD INDUSTRY JOB TRAINING

When: November 20, 2018 | 12:00 PM
Where: Brooklyn Navy Yard, Building 92, 63 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn NY, 11205

This free training program will help you earn certification in food preparation and handling and prepare you for a career in the food industry. Graduates will be ready to take on a role in food production or manufacturing, commercial kitchens, entry-level baking, food retail, and more.

Participants will obtain instruction in:

  • NYC Food Handler’s License
  • Basic knife handling and baking skills
  • Knowledge of kitchen machinery and tools
  • Basic math, including weights and measurement
  • Resume and interview skills

Minimum requirements for participation:

  • 18 and over
  • Pass a basic math and reading exam

Training Details

  • Training dates: Dec 3-21, 2018, full-time
  • Length of training: 3 weeks
  • Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard Employment Center and Long Island City

“Made in NY” PA Training Program Information Session

“MADE IN NY” PA TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION

November 19, 2018 @ 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.

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT an information session for the “Made in NY” Post Production Training Program. The calendar will update with new dates for Post Production as soon as they become available.

Guidelines and Requirements
  • No RSVP is needed.
  • Bring your driver’s license (if you have one) and your résumé.
  • 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 (12 p.m.)

For more information, questions or concerns you may email us pa@bwiny.org. On Monday morning, call 718-237-2017 x145 and listen to the recorded message for information regarding Information Session cancellations and/or program updates.

New York Drives Information Session

NEW YORK DRIVES INFORMATION SESSION

Thursday, November 15 | 2:00-5:00 p.m.
621 Degraw Street Brooklyn, NY

New York Drives Information Sessions are from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Thursdays for anyone who would like to apply. All sessions held at the BWI Main Office where space is limited and people will be allowed to enter on a first-come, first-served basis. Try to arrive at least 15 minutes early as late-comers will not be admitted. Applicants ages 18 to 24 are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please review the requirements listed on our program page prior to attending the Information Session.

If you have any questions please call 718-237-2017 x 143.

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