Application

Apply to the construction program

Below, you will find details on the application process and the application form you will need to complete to begin the process.

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How the application works

There are two application windows for the May Cohort. Window 1 is first come, first served. Window 2 is competitive and only used if seats are still open.

Window 1: Applying before 3/25/26

To get a priority spot, you must complete all steps by the deadlines below:

  1. Complete the form below
  2. Interview with IWP
  3. Complete orientation by 3/25/2026
  4. Complete an Intake interview by 4/16/2026
  5. Complete some follow-on steps
    May include aptitude testing and other requirements based on your intake.
  6. Drug screening — Must be completed before Must be completed before May 18

Why apply in Window 1?

  • Seats are filled in order of completed steps
  • You lock in your spot sooner
  • You may qualify for a stipend (if eligible)

Window 2: Applying After 3/25/26

Starts after 3/25/2026. Only used to fill any remaining seats. To be considered, you must:

  1. Complete interview + drug screening‍
  2. Complete Economic Transition Program state funding paperwork

What to know about Window 2

  • Seats are competitive
  • Only fills leftover spots
  • Maybe will qualify for a stipend (if eligible)

Required documents (for 1st interview)

  • Driver’s License or State ID
  • Social Security Card
  • Birth Certificate
  • Selective Service registration (males born after Jan 1, 1960; must have registered by age 26)
  • Proof of New Mexico residency
  • Proof of household income (past 6 months)
  • SNAP/TANF award letter (if provided, past 6 months income docs not required)

Quick checklist

To stay on track (especially for Window 1):

  • Interview + documents ✅
  • Orientation by 3/25/2026 ✅
  • Intake by 4/16/2026 ✅
  • Follow-on steps ✅
  • Drug screen before May 18 ✅

How the application works

There are two application windows for the May Cohort. Window 1 is first come, first served. Window 2 is competitive and only used if seats are still open.

Window 1: Applying before 3/25/26

To get a priority spot, you must complete all steps by the deadlines below:

  1. Complete the form below
  2. Interview with IWP
  3. Complete orientation by 3/25/2026
  4. Complete an Intake interview by 4/16/2026
  5. Complete some follow-on steps
    May include aptitude testing and other requirements based on your intake.
  6. Drug screening — Must be completed before Must be completed before May 18

Why apply in Window 1?

  • Seats are filled in order of completed steps
  • You lock in your spot sooner
  • You may qualify for a stipend (if eligible)

Window 2: Applying After 3/25/26

Starts after 3/25/2026. Only used to fill any remaining seats. To be considered, you must:

  1. Complete interview + drug screening‍
  2. Complete Economic Transition Program state funding paperwork

What to know about Window 2

  • Seats are competitive
  • Only fills leftover spots
  • Maybe will qualify for a stipend (if eligible)

Required documents (for 1st interview)

  • Driver’s License or State ID
  • Social Security Card
  • Birth Certificate
  • Selective Service registration (males born after Jan 1, 1960; must have registered by age 26)
  • Proof of New Mexico residency
  • Proof of household income (past 6 months)
  • SNAP/TANF award letter (if provided, past 6 months income docs not required)

Quick checklist

To stay on track (especially for Window 1):

  • Interview + documents ✅
  • Orientation by 3/25/2026 ✅
  • Intake by 4/16/2026 ✅
  • Follow-on steps ✅
  • Drug screen before May 18 ✅
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Application form

Notice: We are ONLY ACCEpTING APPLICANTS FROM NEW MEXICO AND ARIZONA.

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