Youth Apprenticeship Program Student Story

Andrew Colberg, an East High School student, was hired as an apprentice with the City of Denver, Community Planning and Development team in fall 2021. Andrew was a crucial member to the team when they were understaffed and was always willing to support projects when needed. Recently, his supervisor shared that in a time sensitive and important project, Andrew was a critical contributor and took the lead with a smile on his face and a can-do attitude.

After he graduated from high school in May 2022, Andrew was offered a full-time position with the City of Denver and started as a full-fledged employee as of fall 2022! Andrew's team felt that the support he offered the department was invaluable and recognized his commitment to building his future. When Andrew first started his apprenticeship, he shared these words of encouragement:

"My apprenticeship is an experience that will benefit me for the rest of my life and I suggest other apprentices try and enjoy every moment and experience that this program offers."

These words foreshadowed the good things to come for this young man!

My apprenticeship is an experience that will benefit me for the rest of my life.