Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship is workforce-driven program that combines on-the-job training with job-related instruction for people who want to enter a career field. It’s a win-win for both the job-seeker and employer where work and earnings begin on day one and progress throughout completion.

After completing an apprenticeship, individuals receive an increase in pay and earn a recognized certificate or credential for that job. Forging Futures Idaho, through the Idaho Manufacturing Alliance, sponsors federally registered apprenticeship programs in the state:

  • Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
  • Machinist
  • CNC Operator & Programmer
  • Machine Operator
  • Fabricator-Welder
  • Robotics Technician
  • Engineering Technician
  • Mechatronics Technician
  • Nanotechnology Engineering Technician
  • Industrial Manufacturing Technician
  • 91% of apprentices who complete the program stay with their companies 
  • A survey of businesses with apprenticeship programs found that 97% would recommend apprenticeships to others
  • There has been a 70% increase in apprentices nationwide since 2011  

Learn more about how an apprenticeship can benefit you by clicking on the link that best describes you. 

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Current Sponsored Apprenticeships

Machinist
Cuts, shapes, and finishes products using precision tools and production equipment. Machinists will also repair or produce parts and ensure effective production operations, calibrate equipment, and optimize procedures.
Robotics Technician
Robotics Technicians build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment and related automated production systems using computer programming and electromechanical skills
Fabricator-Welder
Welders use flame-cutting equipment to fuse or join metal components together or to fill holes, seams, or indentations with metal products. Welders also read and interpret diagrams, sketches, blueprints, and […]
Engineering Technician
Research, design, develop, and inspect products alongside engineers.  Engineering technicians also produce technical drawings and are involved in operation of projects.
CNC Operator & Programmer
Produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine to cut and shape metal or plastic for production. CNC operators and programmers also maintain […]
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Responsible for the upkeep of buildings and mechanical systems. Industrial maintenance mechanics build, test, repair, train, install, and adjust system components. Industrial maintenance mechanics also perform emergency repairs and typically […]
Mechatronics Technician
Mechatronics technicians design, develop, test, and repair automation, intelligent systems, smart systems, or industrial systems control. This job combines electrical, mechanical, and technology skills to work on robotic and complex […]
Machine Operator
A machine operator is responsible for ensuring machines produce high quality products, run smoothly, and are properly maintained.  Machine operators configure, operate, and maintain machinery  according to blueprints while being […]

Curriculum either through local community college or toolingu.com (for high school students, curriculum can be through a district school)