Sibley Bike Depot Apprentice Mechanic Application

Summer 2011 Application

June 20-August 12

Deadline for Applications: April 1

Sibley Bike Depot’s Summer Apprenticeship program is an intensive, paid program engaging youth
in bike mechanics training. Apprentice Mechanics will learn bike maintenance and repair skills,
receive training on the operation of a small business and non-profit, and help co-teach bike repair
classes for youth and adults.

All Apprentice Mechanics must also apply to St. Paul Youth Job Corps online at
http://www.stpaul.gov/youthjobcorps. On question #17, list “Sibley Bike Depot” as the organization
you are applying to!

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Parent or Guardian:_________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________

City: ____________________________________________ State: _______________Zip:_______________

Home Telephone ❏(best?): _____________________Other Telephone ❏(best?): ______________________

Email Address: __________________________________________________________________________

Name and City of school currently attending: ___________________________________________________

Current Grade: _______________________ Age: ___________________ Date of Birth: ________________

How did you, or an adult in your life, find out about Sibley Bike Depot?

❏Sibley Bike Depot Website ❏Drop-in

❏Facebook ❏Volunteered
❏St. Paul Connections ❏Rec Center
❏Teacher/Counselor ❏Other

I, _____________________________, agree to fully participate in the Sibley Bike Depot youth

apprenticeship program, including: arriving on time, completing required tasks, communicating with
instructors and fellow apprentices, and submitting timesheets in a timely manner.

___________________________________ _________________________________________________
Applicant signature Date Parent/legal guardian signature (if under 18) Date

Racial/Demographic Data Do you qualify for free or reduced lunch?

❏ Asian, Asian American, Pacific Islander ❏Yes ❏No
❏ Black, African-American
❏ American Indian
❏ White, non-Latino Gender:
❏ Other ____________ ❏Male ❏Female ❏Other
 Sibley Bike Depot Apprentice Mechanic Application
Summer 2011 Application
June 20-August 12

Deadline for Applications: April 1

Using three or more sentences, please respond to the following questions about your interests and
experiences. Feel free to attach an additional sheet of paper if you need more space.

1. Who are you? Describe your interests and your goals. How are you involved in your community?

2. Why are you interested in Sibley Bike Depot’s Apprentice Mechanic program? What do you hope to
learn working at Sibley this summer?

3. Why do you like riding a bike? Tell us about a memorable bike ride you’ve been on.

Thank you for applying to Sibley Bike Depot’s Apprentice Mechanic program. Remember – you must also
apply for St. Paul Youth Job Corps (see instructions on page 1).

Please return completed applications to:

Sibley Bike Depot

Jason Tanzman
712 University Avenue West
St. Paul, MN 55104
612-232-2737
Jason@sibleybikedepot.org