Skills Training and Apprenticeship Information
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The aerospace industry requires a substantial number of workers with a variety of skills to bring a project or mission to completion. Not all occupations in the aerospace industry require a four-year degree. There are many occupations that require skilled
training or a two-year degree. Skilled training can be acquired through apprenticeships supported by aerospace companies or from organizations that offer training through various technician schools.
An apprenticeship program trains a worker
to become skilled in a particular trade. Apprenticeships combine hands-on work with classroom learning. As the apprentice is learning, they are also applying the lessons through working.
Some aerospace companies that offer apprenticeships:
Actively recruits high school students for state-sponsored apprenticeships in highly-skilled careers. Student apprentices work at Gulfstream during their junior and senior years to get a combination of school-based learning with real-world business experience. Interested students should apply through their high school coordinator.
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Provides information on careers in aviation (non-degree
and degree)
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Students in this paid program receive practical and applicable insight into sheet metal and composites manufacturing, machining, tools and processes, or engineering, finance and supply chain careers. Upon completion of the program, qualified high-performing students may be invited to participate in the program again or start a full-time position with Spirit upon graduating high school.
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For any questions, contact: Jake Williams (K-12 Programs Manager) at JakeW@aiaa.org.