Grammar Electrical Student Gateway Program
Gateway offers structured workplace learning opportunities to senior secondary school students throughout New Zealand. It is administered by the Tertiary Education Commission Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua (TEC).
Gateway Program Summary | Apply Online
The Grammar Electrical™ Gateway Program is a 2-day or 5-day apprenticeship for students aged 14-18 years to get practical experience of what it’s like to work as an electrician.
Students will ride along with an experienced electrician as they work on-site to solve different types of electrical problems around Auckland City. Students will learn first hand about the practical problem-solving skills that they’ll need if they want to become an electrical expert.
Key points for Students:
- See the day to day as an electrician in Auckland and if it’s the career for you.
- Explore around the city and work with your hands to solving different types of electrical problems.
- See the practical use of your math, science and people skills.
Understand questions like:
- What do electricians do?
- What is the career path as an electrician like?
- What different types of electrical jobs are there?
- What are the steps to go from apprentice to a fully certified electrician?
Program details – Parents and Schools
- Give students an early introduction into work and a bright career to work towards.
- Give students an opportunity to see the application of math and science.
- Facilitate study and career paths outside of the university.
- Show students inside different industries.
Timeframe
Students begin with a simple 2-day program and have the opportunity to extend to an additional 5-day program.
Typical students
Students who get the most from the Gateway Program are typically practical and good with people. They want to explore career pathways outside of university study. They don’t see themselves working in an office job and like solving problems.
About the company
Apply online
Click here to apply for the program (for yourself or on behalf of a student)
Testimonial
Graham Edwards – Head Of Faculty – Auckland Grammar School:
“As a careers advisor, it is my role to help guide young men into the workforce and provide them with opportunities where they can discover a suitable vocation fitting their qualities and interests.
For more than a decade now, Grammar Electrical™ has been an integral part of the success of our Student Pathways programme concerning the Electrical Trades. From meeting our time-sensitive need for boys to trail their career thoughts, to groups of students wanting extended experience in the electrical industry, Grammar Electrical™ has always said yes and prepared to make it happen. I can’t speak highly enough of their assistance to Auckland Grammar School and the confident and organised environment they provide our young men. This is critical as they experience first-hand what is it like to be in the trades.
I believe that undertaking an electrical apprenticeship is an excellent option for any student entering the workforce as some of our students research their career pathway between University and the Trades”
Other questions?
Email us at info@grammarelectrical.co.nz if you want to more information on applying or how to get your school involved.
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Extremely good service, communication and appearing when expected.
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Had cabling installed for fibre in a second dwelling. Staff were great very professional from start to end. Very knowledgeable. Very happy with job.
Prompt service polite efficient electricians who left the work area clean and tidy did not waste time. I have no problem in recommending them
[Grammar] have provided a professional service, offering practical advice to assist client and consultants for design solutions. Their team is approachable and always looking for solutions to our construction needs. We would recommend them to any other contractor.
Great, contact from initiation through to end of service. Nice, friendly staff. Didn't fall through my ceiling like my last two electrician experiences :) Great job, good advice, was fussy more than I expected. Would use again.
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Very expedient. Arrived on time. Did an excellent job that went beyond my expectations. Very friendly and patient. Would certainly use again.
Grammar are a well organised outfit who deliver a high quality of work and can be relied on to deliver their jobs on time and without surprises.
Their electrician arrived promptly, and was incredibly thorough and methodical in tracking down an elusive electrical fault in my house. A very impressive bit of work indeed, and this firm is now at the top of my list for future electrical work. My thanks to all staff concerned.
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This is the second time we have used Grammar. It is always very quick, freindly, efficient service and would highly recommend them to anyone needing any electrical work completed.
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Grammar Electrical™ Services
Residential Electricians
- Renovations
- Mains Connections
- Extractor Fans & Heating
- Hot Water Cylinders
- CCTV, Security Systems & Gates
- Lighting Installation & Repairs
- Audio Visual
- Home Ventilation, Automation & Underfloor Heating
- Residential Electricians, our minimum charge is $170 (+ GST) including the first hour, then $95/hour (+ GST), plus materials
- Apprentice electricians, $65/hour labour (+ GST) are sent out during installation jobs to help as it makes the work much faster.
Commercial Electricians
- Commercial & Retail Fit Outs
- Ongoing Electrical Jobbing
- 24/7 Emergency Response
- Lighting Systems
- New Commercial & Apartment
- Building Electrical
- Data/Computer Cabling
- Preventative Maintenance
- Commercial Electricians, our minimum charge is $170 (+ GST) including the first hour, then $95/hour (+ GST), plus materials
- Apprentice electricians, $65/hour labour (+ GST) are sent out during installation jobs to help as it makes the work much faster.
Industrial Electricians
- Factory Relocations
- Power Factor Corrections
- PLC Devices & Systems
- Variable Speed Drives
- Electronic Repairs
- Building Electrical
- Machinery Servicing
- Equipment Breakdown
- Industrial Electricians, our minimum charge is $170 (+ GST) including the first hour, then $95/hour (+ GST), plus materials
- Apprentice electricians, $65/hour labour (+ GST) are sent out during installation jobs to help as it makes the work much faster.
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