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An award-winning workforce development program providing opportunities in the trades to the underemployed in McKinley County.
The Industrial Workforce Program (IWP) is a 12-week training program designed to equip Gallup area residents with the skills today's job market needs. The program is run by the Southwest Indian Foundation.
From immersive classroom sessions to hands-on training, participants graduate ready to excel in internships, pre-apprenticeships, and long-term employment.
The program is free, but come ready to invest sweat and effort into your future career.
curriculum
IWP is centered around the NCCER Core curriculum, providing graduates with exposure and training in a wide range of technical and non-technical skills critical for work in the trades, focusing primarily on construction.
"The instructors were very knowledgeable in many areas of construction such as: heavy equipment operations, complete construction of residential homes, welding, safety aspects and much more. I was able to gain employment with the help and skills I have acquired from the program. All the knowledge and skills ascertained were/are very valuable to anyone willing to enter the construction industry. Many thanks to the Industrial Workforce Program."
-> 100% free
-> Competitive skills training
-> Job placement assistance and training to help you land that job
-> 100% industry-led
-> Tailored to local industrial workforce needs
-> You may be eligible for reimbursement on up to 75% of new hires' wages for up to 6 months
100% Industry-Led
Tailored to local industrial workforce needs
Coordinated with OJT to reimburse companies up to 75% of new hires' wages for up to 6 months
INDUSTRIAL WORKFORCE PROGRAM
