Kansas - Meet Ryan
Workforce Success Story Submitted By: Kansas WorkforceONE
Workforce Challenge
Ryan enrolled in the WIOA Out of School Youth program in June, 2016, following his graduation from high school.
Workforce Solution
Ryan began the automotive technology program at Butler County Community College in the fall of 2016. While taking classes, he also participated in a work experience opportunity through WIOA services at Krantz Family Chrysler in Newton, KS.
Outcomes & Benefits
Ryan has done extremely well with this work experience opportunity and has exceeded expectations. In an effort to keep Ryan as a long term employee, Krantz Motors has set up in-house Chrysler training that will allow Ryan to become a certified Chrysler technician. The employer will pay for the cost of this training, which will take approximately four years to complete.