AWS Workforce Development

In collaboration with

AWS I2PA South Bend April 28 to May 23, 2025

Date

April 28–May 23, 2025

Location

Ivy Tech Community College - South Bend, IN Campus 220 Dean Johnson Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601

Event Summary

The AWS Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship (I2PA) at Ivy Tech Community College in South Bend, IN delivered hands-on training that equipped participants with essential technical skills and industry-recognized certifications for careers in tech infrastructure. Graduates connected with local employers at an onsite job fair with hiring managers and leaders from AWS and our strong network of industry partners and contractors.

Frequently asked questions

To be successful in this program, you likely will have:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to perform basic math functions: addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, and fractions and percentages
  • Basic written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Willingness to work at unimproved job sites and in all weather
  • Persistence, enthusiasm, and respect for others

Yes. Treat this as an application to a paying job, because that’s what it is. You will be hired and onboarded as an employee of YUPRO Placement, one of the nation’s leading workforce staffing agencies, and you will be paid a competitive hourly wage ($20/hour).Accordion Content

Yes, hands-on training is an integral part of our pre-apprenticeship program. Participants will have the opportunity to apply their skills in real-world scenarios under the guidance of experienced instructors.

Yes, field trips and site visits are incorporated into the pre-apprenticeship program to provide participants with valuable industry exposure and hands-on learning experiences.

While transportation will be provided for field trips and site visits, daily transportation to the pre-apprenticeship program is not included.

The pre-apprenticeship program is typically designed as a full-time commitment. Part-time attendance may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Yes, individuals with prior experience may still benefit from the program’s structured curriculum, industry certifications, and networking opportunities.

Completing our pre-apprenticeship program provides participants with essential skills, industry certifications, and networking opportunities, setting them on a path towards a successful career in the trades.

If you have questions about the AWS Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship Program, email recruiting@yupro.com.