Employers
We train, you hire, the state of NM pays*. IWP is an employer-led program run by the Southwest Indian Foundation to provide more career opportunities to the under-employed in the Gallup Area, and to promote local businesses by providing them with a pipeline of high quality entry-level candidates for the construction and automotive industries.
*Companies may be eligible for up to 75% wage reimbursement for up to 6 months. We work with you to determine eligibility.
For 12-weeks, our students work through a program centered around the NCCER Core curriculum, gaining exposure and training in a wide range of technical construction skills, and non-technical employmement skills critical for any line of work.
NCCER Core Curriculum
CORE PLUS
Heavy Equipment Operations
Welding Tutorial
Lube tech
Tire Tech
Car detailing
Mechanic assisting
Diagnostics
Over 6-weeks, our students work through a program geared towards ASE certifications, while also learning non-technical employment skills critical for any line of work.
They receive hands-on training in the following technical skills:
Why partner with us?
We offer recommendation letters and job placement support to graduates who show strong work ethic, punctuality, and ambition.
We help you register for On-the-Job training through New Mexico Workforce Solutions in order to receive 75% reimbursement on wages for the first 6 months of work.
All graduates must pass a drug test before being admitted to the program.
Get notified whenever a new class is nearing graduation.
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