--- title: Youth Pre-apprenticeship | Manufacturing Works description: Through youth pre-apprentice certifications, Manufacturing Works helps manufacturing companies build a skilled talent pool. --- [216.588.1440](tel:+12165881440)  [Events](https://portal.mfgworkscle.org/events/)  [Resources](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/resources?hsLang=en)  [Blog](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/blog?hsLang=en)  [Contact Us](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/contact-us?hsLang=en)  [BECOME A MEMBER](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/membership-overview?hsLang=en) [![Header-Logo-white](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/MFG-Works-Images/Header-Logo-white.svg "Header-Logo-white")](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/?hsLang=en) [![Header-Logo-black](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/MFG-Works-Images/Header-Logo-black.svg "Header-Logo-black")](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/?hsLang=en) [![Header-Logo-white](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/MFG-Works-Images/Header-Logo-white.svg "Header-Logo-white")](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/?hsLang=en) [![Header-Logo-black](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/MFG-Works-Images/Header-Logo-black.svg "Header-Logo-black")](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/?hsLang=en) ### Building Tomorrow's Talent Pool # Manufacturing Companies Need to build a pipeline to attract and retain skilled workers. Manufacturing Works connects students to the employee training and development opportunities within manufacturing. ## Youth Pre-Apprenticeship  ![youthatLCCC](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hs-fs/hubfs/youthatLCCC.jpg?width=460&height=336&name=youthatLCCC.jpg) ### Opening Doors to Manufacturing Careers    Creating tomorrow's manufacturing workforce sector begins with engaging and educating students about the opportunities. We currently operate youth pre-apprenticeship programs at five schools in Northeast Ohio and in 2025, we launched simulated pre-apprenticeship experiences at four high schools. Our programs were even recognized at the national level where a cabinet member visited the school to see our innovative workforce solution in action!    ### How We Help School Districts Manufacturing Works provides guidance on developing quality work-based learning experiences that align with Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODE&W) standards. Through our partnerships with local school districts and employers, we create a clear pathway into Northeast Ohio's in-demand manufacturing careers. [Learn more about the Youth Pre-Apprenticeship to Registered Apprenticeship Pathway](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/manufacturing-pathway-model?hsLang=en) As an approved ApprenticeOhio sponsor, Manufacturing Works assists districts in developing manufacturing pre-apprenticeship programs that: - Meet Ohio's graduation requirements by offering alternative pathways - Position graduates to earn credits towards a Registered Apprenticeship program  - Provide students with portable credentials recognized by the State of Ohio - Open doors to quality employment opportunities - Offer potential college credits ### Our Youth Services Include: - **Customized Internships:** Our internship program includes learning objectives, onsite observations, and career coaching. Internships are customized to meet the needs of the students and companies. - **Job Shadows:** Job shadows are short-term, unpaid worksite experiences in which students spend up to two hours with an experienced worker to observe daily activities. - **Plant Tours:** Plant tours expose youth to manufacturing careers and provide the opportunity for students to see manufacturing in action. - **Classroom Presentations:** Speakers conduct virtual, interactive career-related presentations to students. They discuss what it's like to work in their industries and talk about career-specific educational requirements and their own career paths. - **Resumé Development:** Students can use one of our templates or our [Resume Builder](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVG4v-j3ZvqiEgZgKBA4ylvqrcSQef3u-YK3O57ZU2ERTG0w/viewform) to develop their resumés for job shadows, internships, and permanent employment opportunities. The Manufacturing Works' Youth Team guides students through the process. - **Career Prep: **Our team offers exposure to different fields within manufacturing, along with soft skills development like problem-solving, interview communication, and negotiation skills to help students get the most from their new careers.  For questions on how to start a pre-apprenticeship program at your school or if you're an employer looking to connect with our student talent, contact* *[Jessica Westropp](mailto:jwestropp@mfgworkscle.org), Manager, Youth Workforce Development.  ---   ![boy learning to use manufacturing equipment](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/images/Batch%201/building-tomorrows-talent-pool-I.jpg "boy learning to use manufacturing equipment") ![girl learning about manufacturing at a workshop](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/images/Batch%201/building-tomorrows-talent-pool-J.jpg "girl learning about manufacturing at a workshop") ![boy learning to use equipment](https://www.mfgworkscle.org/hubfs/images/Batch%201/building-tomorrows-talent-pool-K.jpg "boy learning to use equipment") #### START THE CONVERSATION ## Contact Our Team About One of Our Workforce Programs Today Contact us to learn more about the workforce development programs we offer students as well as skilled individuals. **Receive Information on Manufacturing Works' Youth Programs ** [Jessica Westropp](mailto:JWestropp@mfgworkscle.org) 216.588.1444 **Join the Manufacturing Works Apprenticeship Consortium** [Beth Dawson](mailto:bdawson@mfgworkscle.org) 216.920.1963 Interested in learning more about Manufacturing Works? 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