Kanawha Valley Fame Program

Application Deadline: MIDNIGHT March 9th

 

Eligibility

The Kanawha Valley Fame program couples the multi-disciplinary technical foundation provided in BridgeValley's Associate of Applied Science Degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology with real-world paid work experience with a leading manufacturer. BridgeValley's manufacturing business partners select AMT students to sponsor and provide them with part-time work at their manufacturing facilities while the students obtain their AMT degrees. Manufacturers that are currently sponsoring students include:

  • Armstrong World Industries
  • Niterra North America (formerly NGK Sparkplugs)
  • Nucor Steel West Virginia
  • Parkline
  • Prolift - Toyota Material Handling
  • Service Wire
  • Timet
  • Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia

New Kanawha Valley Fame Program Sponsorships begin in August every year and continue through five consecutive BridgeValley terms: Fall, Spring, Summer, Fall, and Spring. Students that successfully complete the AMT Work Sponsorship and receive their AAS AMT Degree are eligible for full-time employment with their sponsoring manufacturer.

To be eligible for an Kanawha Valley Fame Program Sponsorship with one the manufacturing business partners, a student must meet all of the following requirements:

  • Be 18 years old by first day of work sponsorship (1 week before start of class)
  • Be illegal-drug-free and committed to remaining illegal-drug-free.
  • Must meet prerequisites for English 101E and College Algebra (MATH 125) by work/study sponsorship application close.
    • Placement test scores must be submitted to BridgeValley that meet the following minimum requirements: FAME Requirements
  • If the student has already achieved credit for an equivalent course or an equivalent of the course's prerequisite at an accredited college with a grade of C or better, they must request that their college transcript showing the equivalent course be sent to BridgeValley.
  • If the student does not have ACT, Accuplacer, or SAT placement exam scores or their scores do not meet the above minimum requirements, they may take the Accuplacer exam at either of BridgeValley's two locations (Montgomery and South Charleston). For more information, see Accuplacer Testing Policies and Exam Scheduling. Minimum placement test scores must be achieved and submitted to BridgeValley.
  • Submit Transcripts or Test Scores, showing you meet all eligibility requirements to: [email protected]
  • Submit the BridgeValley Application for Admissions.
  • Submit the KV Fame Work Sponsorship Application.

 

PLEASE SUBMIT ANY QUESTIONS TO:  [email protected]

 

The BridgeValley Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) Work Sponsorship Program includes a two-year Associate Degree that combines cutting-edge curriculum, paid working experience, along with learning highly sought-after business principles and best practices of a world-class manufacturer.

Students earn a wage while attending college and gain priceless work experience with a global manufacturing leader.   During the sponsorship, students will earn enough in wages that can, with proper planning, cover all of their educational expenses.  There are also potential grants, and financial aid.

While not guaranteed, graduates are eligible to continue their employment with their sponsoring manufacturer moving into a full-time position with benefits.  Many manufacturers seek professionals with this level of experience and training, plus graduates may  pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in fields such as engineering, technology, or business.

 

Nationally Recognized Program

 

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The BridgeValley AMT program is endorsed and supported by FAME-USA. The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) is a collaborative group of employers of technical workers whose purpose is to implement dual-track, work/study education that sustains a pipeline of the most highly skilled new workers in the world. The number of FAME-supported AMT programs continues to grow and, as of the start of the Spring 2018 semester, includes:

  • 305 Engaged Employers
  • 9 States: Alabama, Indiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia
  • 22 Community College Campuses
  • 3 Universities
  • 801 Active Students

Nondiscrimination Statement

BridgeValley Community and Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and does not discriminate based on race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, or age in admission, employment, or educational programs and activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination.

 

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