Impact and Initiatives
Manufacturing Apprenticeships
For Students, Parents and Educators
Our flagship Manufacturing Apprenticeship program creates a clear pathway for students from school to industry, and helps you get trained in high-demand skills for the Sacramento workforce.
Apprenticeships and your career
Skilled workforce for Sacramento
Manufacturing Apprenticeships are the cornerstone of our commitment to developing a skilled workforce for the Sacramento region.
SVMA has been connecting motivated students like you with local employers for over three years.
We work closely with local schools and educators to align learning to the workplace. You new skills are in high demand, providing stable long-term employment.
SVMA Apprentices:
- Learn the skills local businesses need
- Are trained in high-demand areas
- Become part of a stable Sacramento workforce
Read on to learn more about how SVMA’s Apprenticeship initiative can help you stand out from the crowd.
Key benefits
The key benefits of SVMA’s Apprenticeship initiative are in forging a strong and stable talent pipeline, for a resilient, prepared workforce.
Talent Development
Develop programs that train and prepare individuals for careers in manufacturing.
Industry Alignment
Ensure that training programs align with current and future industry needs.
Workforce Readiness
Prepare a workforce that is ready to meet the demands of modern manufacturing.
Cost Reduction
Help manufacturers reduce costs by providing access to a skilled workforce.
Step 1: Read our FAQ
Read our FAQ to learn more about what to expect when you become an SVMA Apprentice.
Step 2: Contact us to apply
Contact SVMA’s Executive Director, Dean Peckham, to start your application.
Step 3: We'll get you organized
We’ll help you organize everything necessary to begin your new career in the Sacramento Manufacturing industry.
Alligned workers
SVMA Apprentices learn skills local businesses need
We work with schools and educators directly to align curriculum to the skills and capabilities needed by our region’s manufacturers.
Our programs are recognized by local manufacturing firms that perform a wide range of manufacturing operations, across a wide range of industries:
- Aerospace and Space systems
- Public Transportation rail and light rail
- Automotive, electric and off road
- Food Production equipment
- Electronic Research and Development
SVMA offers apprenticeships that have eight levels of entry. Each level comes with a certificate of your accomplished skills. You can get recognition of existing knowledge, and get certified quicker.
Modern workplace-ready
Trained in high-demand areas
SVMA Apprentices are trained with an emphasis on high-demand areas including CNC machining, mechatronics, industrial maintenance and quality control.
For the past 3 years, we have helped motivated people like you develop Manufacturing skills, and prepare themselves to meet the demands of modern manufacturing.
Your SVMA Apprenticeship can help you learn skills in areas such as:
- Computer Numerical Control Machining
- Manual Machining
- CNC Sheet Metal
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Electronic Resource Planning
- OSHA Safety
- Forklift Operation
- Sheet metal
- Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator
- Welding
- PLC Robotic Welding
- and more!
Future-proofed talent pipeline
A stable Sacramento workforce
SVMA is building a stable Sacramento workforce by creating clear, motivating progression routes.
Our program has a competency-based structure (not time-based). You can get recognition for previous experience to fast track your training.
Because you work while you train, your employer has incentive to keep you on. SVMA Manufacturing Apprenticeships are a stable, reliable choice for your career.
How SVMA Appreticeships work
Hire and onboard
Apprentices are employed and given their structured training plan.
Train and develop
Learn on the job, combined with tailoured classroom instruction.
Progress and certify
As each competency milestone is hit, your wage increases and skills are validated.
Retain and advance
Graduate as a certified technitian, ready for future career opportunities.
Improving the region's industry
Our community impact
SVMA's Manufacturing Apprenticeships initiative has a real-world impact on the Sacamento community.
Skilled Workforce
A continuous supply of skilled workers ready to meet industry demands.
Industry Growth
Manufacturers can confidently plan for growth with access to a skilled workforce.
Economic Development
A robust manufacturing sector contributes to the overall economic development of the Sacramento region.
Partnerships
Our community partners
We are proud to partner with local organizations to deliver SVMA's Manufacturing Apprenticeship initiative.
Your questions answered
FAQ about SVMA Apprenticeships
How much money can I make?
How much you can make in a Manufacturing career depends on how quickly you can gain the required skills and progress to needing less supervision while working.
Once you are fully trained, most people in Manufacturing earn an above-average living. Because your new skills are in high demand in the Sacramento region, you can count on reliable, ongoing employment once your training is complete.
Will I get paid while I am training?
Yes. Your employment is part of your training. As an Apprentice, you will start at the entry-level payment rate, and as your skills improve, so will your pay.
How much does the program cost?
There are a few factors which determine your costs. Compared to other programs, the SVMA Apprenticeship program is very low cost. We can also help you access grant funding to cover some, or all, of the costs of your training. Contact us for details and availability.
How do I apply to become a SVMA Apprentice?
Join our newsletter list and we’ll send you our Manufacturing Apprenticeship Fact Sheet. When you’re ready to apply, contact SVMA’s Executive Director, Dean Peckham, and take the next step in your career!
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Contact Apprenticeship Manager Tim Schaefer to help you get started with your SVMA Apprenticeship application.
Tim Schaefer
SVMA Apprenticeship Manager
Phone
916-207-7282
SVMA Apprenticeship Fact Sheet
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