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August 1 – September 14, 2022

―Customized for young adults 18 – 26 who want to explore careers in manufacturing.

The program consists of three paid components: 3 weeks of Workforce Readiness Training; 100 hours of hands-on manufacturing experience interning with a Blount County manufacturer OR equivalent online training through Tooling U-SME (https://www.toolingu.com/); and three half-days of Follow-up, a Career Fair, and Graduation. Participants must complete all three components.

What You Do:

  • Actively participate in 15 (4-hour) days of workforce readiness training
  • Work 100 paid hours with a local manufacturer OR complete Tooling U-SME courses
  • Earn 3 paid half-days of follow up, including a job fair and graduation

What You Gain:

  • A nationally-recognized Certified Manufacturing Associate certificate
  • Competitive resumes, reference lists, and job interview skills
  • Skills that will help you succeed at work
  • Hands-on experience with a local manufacturer OR technical skills gained online through Tooling U-SME
  • Certificates with some manufacturers, in areas such as forklift and safety

Seats are limited to 10 interns.