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BotsIQ Robotics Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Program
BotsIQ's combat robotics program prepares students for a future career in manufacturing or robotics.
Build Your Future in Manufacturing | IMT Apprenticeship Program Success Stories
Pre-Apprenticeships Provide Work Experience at JV Manufacturing
Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy – SMART: AI & Robotics
GACC Pit Apprenticeship Insights
GACC Pit Apprenticeship Program at Herkules
New Century Careers & Aerotech Inc. – Showcasing Jamie’s Success!
With support from the RK Mellon Foundation, and from Catalyst Connection, New Century Careers is excited to release a new video showcasing Training Leader, Jamie Cameron, from Aerotech Corporation. Jamie's journey into manufacturing started in 2016 as a MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) pre-apprentice, and then continued when she accepted a full-time position and apprenticeship with Aerotech. She became a journey worker and is now the Training Leader where she teaches new employees through the Aerotech apprenticeship program. Want to be like Jamie and have a career in advanced manufacturing? Sign up today for one of our next M2K cohorts!
Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Apprenticeship Program
Watch how the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA's Apprenticeship Program supports employers and apprentices by building a pipeline of highly trained machinists through a proven blend of classroom learning and on-the-job training.
IMT Apprenticeship Program Employer Highlight: JV Manufacturing
IMT Apprenticeship Program Employer Highlight: O’Neal Manufacturing
IMT Apprenticeship Program Employer Highlight: Benshaw
IMT Apprenticeship Apprentice Highlight: Benshaw
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Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA
The Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Tooling & Machining Association (NTMA) represents precision custom manufacturers throughout Western Pennsylvania. As part of a national network of manufacturers, the Pittsburgh Chapter provides local companies with opportunities for connection, advocacy, and growth.
Our chapter leads the region’s machinist apprenticeship-related training program, supporting both employers and apprentices through high-quality classroom training and hands-on learning. We’re dedicated to developing a skilled workforce, advancing manufacturing excellence, and strengthening the future of the industry.
Through networking events, training programs, and community partnerships, the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA helps manufacturers stay competitive, connected, and future-ready.
New Century Careers
Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy
CMRA's SMART Robotics Technician Pre-apprenticeship Program is a Pennsylvania-registered program that builds the foundational Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes (KSAs) needed for robotics technicians. Developed with input from industry, SMART includes five stackable micro-certifications: Electrical, Mechanical, Fabrication, Software, and Robotics Integration. Graduates can transition into apprenticeships, earn college credit, or move directly into the workforce.
Building on SMART, CMRA also offers pathways such as Applied AI and Robotics, focused on hands-on experience with robotic systems using AI, and Robot Operations, which uses drones to teach operator-maintainer skills.
CCAC
German American Chamber of Commerce
Since 2015, the GACC Pittsburgh Chapter (German American Chamber of Commerce® Pittsburgh Chapter) has been the first point of contact for German and U.S. companies in Western Pennsylvania. As the official representative of German business, we support transatlantic trade through consulting, networking events, industry insights, and the implementation of the German Dual Apprenticeship System in the region.
BotsIQ
BotsIQ is a manufacturing workforce development program of the Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation whose goal is to provide a pathway for youth to learn about rewarding career options in manufacturing.
Identifying and developing a career plan is a challenge for students. BotsIQ holds a pivotal position as a workforce development program that attracts smart, capable students who love to build things and solve problems — exactly the type of people that will comprise the future manufacturing workforce.
Catalyst Connection
Catalyst Connection is a private, nonprofit economic development organization dedicated to advancing manufacturing in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Since 1988, we have empowered small and mid-sized manufacturers with the consulting, training, technology solutions, and workforce development needed to strengthen competitiveness, accelerate growth, and create family-sustaining jobs. As part of the NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) and Pennsylvania’s Industrial Resource Center (IRC) Network, we connect manufacturers with resources to fuel innovation, productivity, and workforce development.
Our mission is to serve as a CATALYST for the growth and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and the CONNECTION for communities to high-paying manufacturing jobs.
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Success Stories
"The NTMA machinist apprenticeship program gave me the opportunity to earn a paycheck from day one while receiving high-quality, industry-sponsored training, an advantage I truly value. Many of my high school friends are still paying off college loans, while I’ve been able to enjoy financial stability and freedom, including time for things I love like vacations and riding side-by-side. Since earning my Journeyman Certification, I’ve advanced through three different roles within my company and continue to build a rewarding career in manufacturing."
"Things like the program do not happen every day, and the fact that there are chances like this that can help people explore a lifelong career that will be around for the foreseeable future is what makes it special."
"This experience has been life changing; I think the ability to get work experience and go to school while you actively work with a company on your career is game changing especially when it comes to todays job market."
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Our Partner Organizations
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Featured Programs
Industrial Manufacturing Technician (IMT) Apprenticeship Program
Programs with Filters
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Testimonials Section
What Our Apprentices Say
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Upcoming Events
Information Sessions & Events
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Media Gallery Examples
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Featured Apprenticeships
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Parameter Notes
Common Parameters Across Shortcodes:
post (for news/blog posts)
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