The Manufacturers Association's Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Youth

The Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Youth develops the pipeline for the next generation of advanced manufacturing professionals while they are still in high school. Through classroom and on-the-job training, the Youth Apprenticeship Program creates young, skilled workers as you grow your workforce and replace your retiring subject matter experts.

Pre-Apprenticeship for Youth Bridges the Gap

Employers: Do you need to fill in-deman manufacturing jobs?

Students: Do you enjoy hands-on work or want to explore career options?

Educators: Do you have students looking for an alternate career pathway?

The Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Youth is right for you!

Through this program, employers open their doors to students seeking modern manufacturing experience. Students can complete job shadows, paid internships, part-time employment, and possibly earn college credits. The program can provide a jumpstart to a NYS Registered Apprenticeship when the individual turns 18.

What skills will your workforce need over the next few years? How will you replace retiring employees?

Let’s create your next-generation workforce!

Are you interested in a high-paying and exciting career that will provide confidence and support your lifestyle?

Then pre-apprenticeship is the right career pathway for you.

Are you preparing students for critical, next-generation careers?

Partner with us to expand your students’ career exploration opportunities.

Questions? Ask our team.

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