Gutierrez-Laclette Engineering Development ApprenticeSHPE (GLEDA)

Join our Inaugural GLEDA Class of 2018!

What is GLEDA?

Named after SHPE DFW's co-founders Alberto Gutierrez and Fernando Laclette, the Gutierrez-Laclette Engineering Development ApprenticeSHPE (GLEDA) offers entry-level engineers the opportunity to kick-start their careers.

​In 4 seminars, this dynamic leadership development program will transform your leadership vision and approach from the inside out.  You’ll move out of your comfort zone and develop your own personal style of authentic leadership that enables you to coach others, nurture talent and lead change across organizations and multi-generational teams.  The curriculum over the course of 1 year covers competencies in:

• Self-management
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Professional skills

​GLEDA is built upon an "ApprenticeSHPE" model, where you will also be paired with a SHPE DFW professional in the same discipline and/or industry to provide you with supplemental career guidance and feedback.  

​Graduates of the program are recognized for their demonstrated excellence & commitment in engineering leadership at the annual SHPE DFW gala in June.

Benefits to You

• Improve leadership skills, enhance capacity to understand and implement change, gain a positive approach to leading people and enhancing value
• Learn how to make better decisions by avoiding some common cognitive biases and traps
• Enhance your interpersonal skills so that you can motivate others and better utilize their abilities
• Evaluate & measure your own personal growth; create & execute an actionable development plan that addresses your unique needs
• Transfer new techniques and skills directly to the job

Benefits to Your Organization

The knowledge & skills you gain in this engineering leadership development program will help your organization establish a foundation of essential business skills for new engineers & improve retention of future Hispanic leadership talent.

Thank you for your interest in this program.  Any questions, please contact bod@shpe-dfw.org.

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Application Deadline is August 1

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Entry level Hispanic engineer with up to 2-3 years experience
• Currently employed in the DFW metroplex area

OR

• Recent Hispanic graduate with a STEM degree (2017 or 2018)
• Campus hire for a DFW metroplex employer

Desired Characteristics:

• Basic understanding of engineering and/or manufacturing fundamentals
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• High self-confidence
• Ability to motivate others
• Demonstrated scholastic achievements