Missouri Works Initiative

We are eliminating barriers to economic opportunities by connecting Missourians to the necessary resources to build life-sustaining careers.

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St. Louis, it’s time to give up your dead-end job and get into a CAREER! Our St. Louis pre-apprenticeship programs in both construction and manufacturing start on Monday, July 6th, and we want to see you there.

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The Missouri Works Initiative team was proud to show up and represent at the Fresh Start Resource Fair with St. Louis County Library and Beyond Housing, and at the Fathers and Families Support Center!

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Let's hear it for our newest graduating class from the Apprenticeship Ready Program in Construction, Mid-Missouri Cohort 9! Over the past weeks, we have watched them learn, grow, and gain the confidence and skills that will carry them far in their futures in the trades.

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We pause this #MemorialDay to honor the courageous Americans who laid down their lives for our country. Their service and sacrifice will always be remembered with gratitude and respect.

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🎉 Congrats to ARM Cohort 6! We are proud of each graduate for taking the next step toward a strong future in the manufacturing workforce. Thanks to Julie Carter, Dir. of the MO Office of Workforce Devo, for joining us to celebrate the graduates & share words of encouragement!

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Austin Fox welcomed two former MWI graduates back today during graduation celebrations. Tylisha Leath, now a SMART Local 36 apprentice, and Ryan Moran, who officially completed his final class with the Carpenters and became a journeyman today!

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Past #STL grads Lu and Vaugh recently spent the day continuing their education at the apprentice training center for the Painters Union. It’s always great to see workers building careers, sharpening their skills, and supporting each other along the way.

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Thanks to DeWalt for a day of tool box talk and hands on demonstration of safe and proper tool use!

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Join us in congratulating our latest St. Louis cohort as they graduate from our Apprenticeship Ready Program in Construction! We were so happy to be a part of your journey, and can't wait to see where you go next.

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Thanks to Plumbers and Pipefitters 178 (@UA_178) for a great visit and a day of hands on learning!

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Thanks to IBEW Locals 53 and 453 for a great day of learning about the electrical industry and the expert work that electricians do every day.

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We are so grateful to IUPAT District Council 3 for hosting our Kansas City Cohort and taking the time to share your trade with the next generations of skilled trades workers!

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Thank you to the League of Women Voters for visiting our St. Louis Apprenticeship Ready in Construction & Manufacturing cohorts to provide voter education and registration!

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Our St. Louis cohort had an incredible day of learning, observing, and doing some hands-on work at IBEW Local 1 (@IBEWLocal1)!

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Big thanks to Insulators Local 1 for hosting both the St. Louis and Mid-MO cohorts and letting them do some hands on learning!

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A big thank you to Tile, Marble & Terrazzo Workers' Local 18 for hosting our St. Louis group! Our students had an incredible experience learning more about the trade, and we appreciate your instructors for taking the time to teach and answer questions throughout the visit.

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Happy Mother's Day from your Missouri Works Initiative family!

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Thank you to Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562 (@stllocal562) for hosting our St. Louis and Mid Missouri cohorts this week!

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Thank you to IUOE Local 101 for a great day of hands-on learning and a little deep digging!

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We would like to thank Iron Workers Local 10 for hosting our Springfield group! Your instructors were gracious with their time and teaching, and our students had a great time learning the ins and outs of your trade.