Building Together: Celebrating Residency Week with Cohort Bravo

There’s something powerful about taking the work you’ve done behind a screen and stepping into it in real life. That’s what this week was about.

For the past several months, our Cohort Bravo apprentices have been immersed in rigorous training — earning certifications, completing Remote Technical Instruction (RTI), and supporting real-world construction and rehab projects as part of their On-the-Job Training (OJT). Residency Week is when it all becomes tangible. It’s when remote work turns into boots on the ground, and teammates become something more like family.

Last month, we welcomed members of Cohort Bravo to Fort Worth, TX for an in-person experience that’s not just a tradition — it’s a milestone.

What Is Residency Week?

Residency Week is a cornerstone of the Rehab Warriors program — a one-week, optional but highly encouraged in-person experience held in Fort Worth, TX.

Veterans spend the week:

• Visiting real job sites they’ve been supporting remotely
• Meeting their fellow apprentices face-to-face
• Participating in career readiness workshops, walkthroughs, and mentorship sessions
• Reflecting on their growth, identifying next steps, and preparing for career placement

It’s a space to connect the dots between training and career readiness. More than that, it’s a chance to feel the impact of their work beyond a task list or a screen.

What Cohort Bravo Brought to the Table

Cohort Bravo was made up of veterans with different backgrounds, skill sets, and life stories — but what they shared was a deep commitment to growth.

• Over 200+ hours of RTI completed
• Support across multiple live projects through Rebuilding the Fort
• Tasks ranging from safety reports and Procore logs to procurement tracking, permitting research, and inspection prep
• Contributions to job sites in Fort Worth, TX, Tampa, FL, and Hawthorne, FL — all while fully remote
• Dozens of project updates, task submissions, and team check-ins

They didn’t just clock hours — they built habits, applied knowledge, and stayed accountable week after week. This was one of our most consistent cohorts to date.

Why Showing Up in Person Matters

Residency Week isn’t required. It’s not graded. And that’s exactly why it’s so powerful.

It’s the week that turns names into handshakes and effort into outcomes. For Anita, Joe, and Cedric — three Cohort Bravo apprentices who made it to Fort Worth — it was the first time they could stand in front of a home they helped move forward. Not a simulation. Not a case study. A real project, impacted by their real work.

In a world where remote training is often treated as second-best, this week proves otherwise. You can build connection, discipline, and momentum in a remote setting — but stepping into the physical space reminds you why it all matters.

Faces of Progress: Cohort Bravo Spotlights

Anita
Anita became the quiet engine behind several key operations during her OJT. She handled procurement needs, safety tracking, and task reporting with consistency. Her contributions to Rebuilding the Fort helped keep job sites safe, compliant, and moving — and seeing her walk those same sites in person was a full-circle moment.

Joe
Joe brought organization and follow-through to every remote assignment. From inventory management to inspection prep, he balanced the demands of multiple job sites with calm precision. During Residency Week, standing in front of one of those homes, Joe wasn’t just visiting — he was seeing the results of his leadership in action.

Cedric
Cedric’s journey was rooted in determination. After six months of certification work and remote support, he showed up ready to contribute in real time. From Procore to job site collaboration, Cedric embodied what it means to translate knowledge into practice.

The Road Ahead

As Cohort Bravo nears the end of their journey with us, their next steps look different for everyone. Some are headed toward career placement. Others are launching their own real estate ventures. All of them are stepping forward with the experience, training, and confidence they’ve earned.

We’re incredibly proud of the commitment they’ve shown and grateful to witness their growth. Residency Week was a celebration, but also a reminder: This work matters. This community matters. And we’re just getting started.

Want to be part of the next Cohort?

If you’re a veteran looking for a purpose-driven career in real estate and construction, Rehab Warriors is for you. Join a program that respects your service and prepares you for leadership from day one.

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