Weber Basin Job Corps

What Weber Basin Job Corps does

Weber Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center is a federally operated residential workforce training center located at 7400 Cornia Dr, Ogden, Utah, and one of 24 Civilian Conservation Centers run by the U.S. Forest Service under the U.S. Department of Labor's Job Corps program. The center serves low-income youth aged 16-24, providing tuition-free career training, a high school diploma or equivalent, housing, meals, healthcare, and a biweekly living allowance. Its training portfolio spans seven vocational tracks: Culinary Arts, Carpentry (Pre-Apprentice), Electrical (Pre-Apprentice), Facilities Maintenance, Welding, Forestry Conservation and Firefighting, and Advanced Emergency Dispatch, with credentials issued by organizations including AWS, NCCER, OSHA, ISA, and the National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG).¹

The center operates on a fully federally funded model with no revenue generated from students or employers. Annual appropriations from the U.S. Department of Labor cover all student services, and students apply through the national MyJobCorps online portal and may be assigned to Weber Basin or another campus based on preferences and program availability.² Marketing and recruitment run through the national Job Corps website, social media channels (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, LinkedIn), and a referral network of parents, school counselors, mentors, and community organizations.³

The center's technical footprint is limited to standard web-based enrollment and learning management systems; there is no proprietary technology stack, no mobile app, no public API, and no disclosed software integrations. Employer engagement is handled through interest forms and campus recruitment activities that connect graduates with hiring organizations across construction, food service, healthcare, manufacturing, and wildland fire management.⁴

Name

Weber Basin Job Corps

Legal name

Weber Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

Website

https://weberbasin.jobcorps.gov

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Weber Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center is a federally funded residential workforce training center in Ogden, Utah, operated by the U.S. Forest Service. It provides tuition-free career training, academic credentials, and housing to low-income youth aged 16-24 across seven vocational trades.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

Workforce Development Training

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Employment & Job Readiness Support Services (BPAGAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Work-Based Learning Programs (Internships, Apprenticeships, Community-Based Instruction) (EDAKANAF)

Keywords

• Workforce development training
• Vocational career training
• Youth education programs
• Conservation skills training
• Apprenticeship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Ogden

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Federal Government Funding: Weber Basin Job Corps is a free program for eligible students, fully funded by the federal government through the U.S. Department of Labor. The program receives annual appropriations to cover all student services including training, housing, meals, healthcare, and living allowances. No revenue is generated from students or employers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Weber Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center provides free residential career technical training and academic education for low-income youth ages 16–24, funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and operated by the U.S. Forest Service. The center delivers hands-on training in trades such as Culinary Arts, Welding, Carpentry, Electrical, Facilities Maintenance, Forestry Conservation and Firefighting, and Advanced Emergency Dispatch, combined with high school diploma/equivalent coursework, housing, meals, healthcare, a biweekly living allowance, and job placement assistance. All services are provided at no cost to eligible students, with industry-recognized credentials awarded through partners such as AWS, NCCER, OSHA, and the National Wildfire Coordination Group.

Product overview

Weber Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center is one of 24 Civilian Conservation Centers operated by the U.S. Forest Service, offering a comprehensive job corps program for young people aged 16-24. The center provides a unified portfolio of career training programs (Culinary Arts, Carpentry Pre-Apprentice, Electrical Pre-Apprentice, Facilities Maintenance, Forestry Conservation and Firefighting, Welding, and Advanced Emergency Dispatch) combined with academic skills programs (High School Diploma, English Language Learning, and Advanced Career Training). The training programs focus on conservation skills, wildland firefighting, and traditional trade skills, all provided at no cost to eligible students who are low-income individuals.

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Products and services

• Culinary Arts A hospitality career training program in which students learn to work directly with food and beverages in kitchen settings, maintain clean workspaces, use commercial cooking equipment, develop recipes, and plan menus. Designed for low-income youth ages 16–24 seeking entry into the food service industry.
• Carpentry, Pre-Apprentice A construction career training program that prepares students for Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) by teaching them to follow blueprints and building plans, measure and cut materials, install wood and metal construction components, and work on commercial and residential projects. Intended for students pursuing careers in carpentry and the building trades.
• Forestry Conservation and Firefighting A renewable resources and energy career training program focused on measuring and improving forest quality, using planting and cutting tools, controlling and extinguishing fires, and responding to emergencies including disaster aid, search-and-rescue operations, and providing medical attention. Designed for students pursuing careers in wildland firefighting, forestry conservation, and emergency response.
• Advanced Emergency Dispatch An advanced training program for students who have completed basic Job Corps training, focusing on answering 911 emergency calls, mobilizing and tracking resources to wildland fires and emergencies, coordinating responses, and working with radios to maintain firefighter communication. Awards industry-recognized credentials from the National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG).
• Electrical, Pre-Apprentice A construction career training program that prepares students for Registered Apprenticeship Programs by teaching them to install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, lighting, and control systems in homes, businesses, and factories. Targeted at students pursuing careers in the electrical trades.
• Facilities Maintenance A construction career training program teaching students to maintain and repair machines, mechanical equipment, flooring, plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC systems in large buildings, as well as diagnose issues and estimate repair costs. Aimed at students pursuing careers in building maintenance and facilities operations.
• Welding An advanced manufacturing career training program where students learn to join metals using various techniques and processes, read blueprints and work orders, and inspect and test completed metalwork pieces for conformance to specifications. Students work toward certifications through the American Welding Society.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Program An academic program providing materials and supplies at no cost to help students earn their high school diploma or equivalent, including books, workbooks, testing materials, and specialized safety equipment. Provided alongside career training for eligible students.
• English Language Learning (ELL) Program English language learning program helping students become more confident in their English speaking and writing abilities, with reasonable accommodations available for English language learners enrolled in the broader Job Corps program.
• Advanced Career Training (ACT) An advanced college-level program allowing students to continue living on campus while taking courses for a college degree, building on basic career training with additional advanced certifications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Biweekly living allowance provided throughout training with increases as training progresses
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• U.S. Forest ServicecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWeber Basin Job Corps is one of 24 Civilian Conservation Centers operated by the U.S. Forest Service. The Forest Service oversees center operations and encourages students to learn in nature while working to sustain and improve natural resources. This partnership enables unique conservation-focused training including wildland firefighting and forestry conservation.
• U.S. Department of LaborcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJob Corps is a program of the U.S. Department of Labor, which provides federal funding and national program oversight for all 120+ Job Corps campuses nationwide. The DOL sets program standards, policies, and provides appropriations for student services.
• Community CollegesmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerMost Job Corps campuses have partnerships with community colleges to teach career courses or offer courses with college credit. These partnerships provide opportunities for students to transfer into college programs and pursue higher education after or during Job Corps training.
• National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG)moderateTechnology or IntegrationThe Advanced Emergency Dispatch training program awards industry-recognized credentials from the National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG), which establishes national standards for wildland fire training and coordination.
• BuildSubmarines.comminorGTM or Marketing PartnerStudents in Welding and Electrical training areas are informed about career opportunities in the shipbuilding industry through BuildSubmarines.com, a career platform highlighting submarine and surface ship building careers.
• American Job CentersmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFor applicants not accepted to Job Corps, the program refers them to local American Job Centers (findable via CareerOneStop.org) which can help connect them with other workforce development programs meeting their needs.
• U.S. Armed Forces/Military RecruitersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAll Job Corps campuses support students who want to connect with military recruiters. Some campuses offer military preparation programs, and students can pursue military careers as an outcome of their training.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Year Up: National nonprofit providing free workforce training and corporate placement for low-income young adults ages 18–24. Comparable mission (employment readiness for opportunity youth), free-to-student model, employer partnership pipeline, and intensive wraparound supports.
• Per Scholas: Nonprofit offering tuition-free technical skills training (primarily IT) to adults from low-income communities. Comparable in tuition-free workforce training, employer-driven curriculum, and focus on credentials that lead directly to jobs.
• IBEW / NECA Electrical Apprenticeship: Industry-sponsored apprenticeship programs for electricians producing journeymen credentials. Directly comparable to Weber Basin's Electrical, Pre-Apprentice program as the next-stage credentialing partner for graduates pursuing electrician careers.
• Job Corps National Program (other centers): Sister Job Corps centers (the 120+ campuses beyond the 24 CCCs) operate under the same DOL program framework, eligibility rules, and credentialing pipeline. Comparable federal workforce training model serving the same 16–24 demographic with similar curriculum structures.
• American Job Centers / CareerOneStop: Federally funded local workforce development network providing employment services, training referrals, and career counseling. Comparable in DOL oversight, target population (low-income workers), and mission of connecting job seekers to training and employment.
• Registered Apprenticeship Programs (USDOL): Federally registered earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship programs across skilled trades. Weber Basin pre-apprenticeship tracks (Carpentry, Electrical) feed directly into these RAP pathways, making the registered apprenticeship system the most direct continuation partner.

Broad incumbents

• ECPI University: For-profit university offering accelerated programs in technology, nursing, and trades. Comparable in career-focused credentialing and employer-aligned curriculum, but tuition-based and broader in academic scope than Weber Basin's trade concentration.
• Lincoln Tech: For-profit multi-campus career college offering programs in skilled trades (welding, HVAC, electrical), automotive, and healthcare. Overlapping curriculum (welding, electrical, culinary-adjacent trades) but a tuition-funded, multi-state commercial model rather than a free federal residential program.

Regional players

• Ogden-Weber Technical College: Local public technical college in Weber Basin, Utah offering certificate and diploma programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, and skilled trades. Same service area and overlapping trade offerings, but a tuition-based public institution rather than a free federal residential program.
• National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG): Intergovernmental body setting national standards for wildland fire training and dispatch. Weber Basin's Advanced Emergency Dispatch program awards NWCG credentials, making NWCG the standards-setting authority that the center's fire program aligns with — a federal partner rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/doljobcorps
• YouTubeyoutube.com/doljobcorps
• Facebookfacebook.com/doljobcorps
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/weber-basin-job-corps
• Instagraminstagram.com/doljobcorps

Compliance2 records

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Profiles5 records

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