Jacob Pederson is an employee at the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus. Prior to him joining the CCIC, Jacob was an apprentice for Reata Engineering, through the CareerWise Colorado Youth Apprenticeship Program. During Jacob's Junior year at Cherokee Trails HIgh School, he was introduced to CareerWise Colorado and encouraged to participate in the inaugural year as a apprentice for Reata Engineering. Jacob spend his Junior and Senior year as an apprentice where he earned credits towards graduation while also earning a paycheck and real work skills. 

After graduation, Jacob decided to use his Modern Youth Apprenticeship as his postgraduate plan. He did not go to college. Instead, he spent the following two years as a full time employee at Reata Engineering where he continued to build his skills within Advanced Manufacturing while also maturing as a young man. 

Currently, Jacob works at the CCIC as a Advanced Manufacturing Specialist where he is able to show our students the power and upward mobility that a career in Advanced Manufacturing can provide. In addition, he continues his employment and connection with Reata where he continues to build upon his technical skill. His story is special, inspiring, and one we can all learn from. Please welcome Jacob Pederson to the Career Conversation Podcast.  

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