HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- It's national apprenticeship week so ABC13 wants to share a way you can earn some money while you learn, and other jobs during our weekly virtual who's hiring job fair.
ABC13 is partnering with Workforce Solutions on Thursday at 11:30 a.m. to host the half-hour event. During that time, you can apply for jobs and learn about apprenticeship programs.
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An apprenticeship allows job seekers to learn a new skill on the job and get paid while doing it. Some apprenticeships pay $20 an hour from the start, and you can earn $70,000 or more upon completion of the program.
ABC13 is also highlighting around 200 jobs in the Houston area in a variety of industries including hospitality, insurance and banking. Many of the jobs pay more than $20 an hour.
Employers participating in the virtual job fair are looking to hire quickly. If you apply, you could land an interview in days.
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You can apply for the jobs on social media, email or the state's job website. You can also get free career advice, help with childcare or learn a new skill.
The ABC13 viewer hotline is 713-243-6663. To preview the jobs, visit the Workforce Solutions website, and look for the "as seen on ABC13" section.
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