Certification
How to Apply for Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship Certification
Eligibility
Applicants must be in good academic standing and have any debt paid in full with Chicago City Colleges three weeks before class starts.
Successful applicants demonstrate a strong interest in changing careers, or supplementing their current work with agricultural education and production of local, nutritious fruits and vegetables. On average 20 applicants are accepted each year. Eligibility includes the applicant’s commitment to farm and study on a set schedule for nine months.
For more information about the City Colleges of Chicago's requirements or costs, visit ccc.edu or contact The Arutro Velasquez Institute at (773) 838-1520.
The 2025 interest form is now open!
Windy City Harvest staff will follow up with all prospective students who have completed the Apprenticeship interest form with additional information and changes.
The interest form will close September 30 2024.
Class Hours
Spring and Summer Term (January to July):
Monday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fall Term Paid Work Experience (August to October):
Hours differ based on placement location.
Positions usually work 30 to 37.5 hours a week.
Fridays are unpaid lecture class from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Application Process
All applicants must complete the following steps:
- Complete the Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship interest form
- Attend an information session (dates in interest form)
- Attend a work shadow day (dates in interest form)
- Complete an official application and provide two previous employers or professional references
- Participate in a 30 min interview with WCH staff
Any Questions?
If you have additional questions about the Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship program, please contact Sam Cline, Apprenticeship Instructor.