Are you a high school student interested in hands-on careers, skilled trades, or learning what it takes to work in Alaska’s construction and industrial industries? This opportunity is for you!

The Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center Trust (FPTC) is sponsoring an Intro to Heavy Duty Mechanics and Welding training in partnership with Doyon Foundation and Alaska Regional Career & Technical Interior Consortium (ARCTIC).

We are seeking applications from high school students who are Doyon Shareholders or descendants and reside in the rural Doyon Region. Space is limited, and selected applicants will participate in an interview process.

Details:

Dates: September 29 – October 2, 2026

Location: Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center in Fairbanks, AK

Cost: FREE, space is limited

Application Deadline: September 11

What to Expect:

Students will spend a week at the FPTC dorms while gaining hands-on exposure and learning from union instructors in:

🔧 Heavy duty mechanics
🔥 Welding
⚡ Electrical trades
🔩 Plumbing & pipefitting
🦺 Laborers
🚛 Teamsters
⚙️ UAF Process Technology

Students will also hear directly from a variety of union representatives about career opportunities in the skilled trades and enjoy evening activities in the Fairbanks community.

This is a great opportunity to explore career paths, build new skills, meet industry professionals, and experience what life in a skilled-trades training environment can look like. Applications are open now through September 11. Space is limited, so we encourage interested students to apply early!

Apply today and take the first step toward exploring a career in the skilled trades!

Questions about the program or application process? Contact Katrina Erick at 907.459.2057 or Amy Schumacher at 907.455.1234.