Manufacturers

Sponsor anEntry-level Manufacturing Technician!

A minimum of 160 hours of paid internship

Shadow onsite engineers or senior technicians

Support new talent from the local community

Potential for full time employment post internship

Strengthen Your Future Workforce

Interested in becoming a partner? Contact us today to discuss internship placement and partnership opportunities.

Snapshot of our learning objectives:

Work Readiness

Exhibit workplace readiness by practicing accountability, effective communication, understanding norms, applying job search strategies, and using financial literacy to make informed decisions.

Hand Tools

Use PPE, measurement tools, fastening, cutting, shaping, holding, and lubrication tools properly, while safely handling impact and prying tools for manufacturing tasks.

Mechanics

Follow safe practices and communicate effectively in mechanical systems by applying energy concepts, Newton’s Laws of Motion, and proper use of PPE, terminology, and procedures.

Pneumatics/Hydraulics

Apply safety procedures, differentiate between pneumatic and hydraulic systems, identify key components, interpret system diagrams, and troubleshoot issues using systematic problem-solving techniques.

Electricity

Follow safety procedures, differentiate between conductors and insulators, apply Ohm’s Law, operate a VOM, analyze AC/DC circuits, interpret electrical symbols, identify components, and troubleshoot electrical issues systematically.

Motors and Controls

Demonstrate understanding of industrial motor systems by selecting appropriate motors, classifying control components, interpreting circuit diagrams, applying variable frequency drives, and evaluating control panel components.

Programable Ladder Controls (PLC):

Demonstrate proficiency in PLC systems by identifying components, distinguishing signal types, interpreting ladder logic and diagrams, connecting inputs and outputs, analyzing indicators, predicting logical flow, and troubleshooting basic issues.

Process Control

Demonstrate understanding of process control systems by identifying components, comparing control types, applying signal principles, building system examples, implementing PID strategies, reading diagrams, and troubleshooting issues.

Industrial Automation

Show foundational knowledge of automation and mechatronics by explaining automation’s purpose, using technical terms, interpreting documentation, applying systems thinking, using computers for programming, understanding components, troubleshooting, and collaborating in teams.

Robotics

Demonstrate knowledge of industrial and collaborative robotics by applying automation roles, comparing functionalities, choosing sensors and tooling, and following key safety protocols.