Career and life skills training
The Missouri Works Initiative’s Apprenticeship Ready Manufacturing program introduces, trains, and connects people to a high-paying, rewarding career in the manufacturing trades. This 6-week apprenticeship readiness program creates an industry-recognized entry point into the trades for traditionally underrepresented groups, creating a more skilled, equitable, and diverse workforce.
Our Training Model
Our program is for anyone interested in manufacturing.
No previous skills or experience is required!
Benefits
Requirements
Earned Credentials
Application Process
Apply online
Interview
If selected, classes begin and so does the start of your career in manufacturing.
“The program has changed my life tremendously. The door this program opened for me has not only helped me financially but mentally as well. I now have the career that is right for me.”
Kaylah Doss, St. Louis Graduate
Locations and 2025 Class dates
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St. Louis
- March 3 – April 11, 2025
- April 28 – June 6, 2025
- July 14 – August 22, 2025
- September 15 – October 24, 2025
What we teach in the program
Our curriculum is inspired by the Machinists Institute, involving skilled tradespeople from manufacturing trades to teach comprehensive information relevant to apprenticeship programs.
Coursework Covering:
Interested in launching your new career in manufacturing?
MWI’s manufacturing program receives federal funding of $250,000, constituting nearly 75% of the program’s operating budget for FY 2024-FY 2028. Non-federal sources finance the remaining 25%.
