Certified Welding Training Program

Welding is an in-demand skill. The AWS Certified Welding Program is designed for individuals seeking a career in welding. Develop the cognitive and physical skills necessary to pass certification tests in both pipe and plate welding using SMAW (Stick) GMAW (MIG) FCAW (Flux core) and GTAW (TIG) machines with programs tailored for several career paths.

0 - 12 Months

Certification Course

College Program

Job Training

MET Center Carpentry/Building Maintenance Training Course via Ranken Technical College

An 8-week course that teaches participants hand and stationary power tool safety, proper handling and disposal of waste materials, installation of early detection devices and how to deal with mold and mildew issues. Students will focus on the essentials of residential framing including interior and exterior doors, new and replacement windows, and various types of insulation. Students will also learn residential plumbing and electrical essentials covering faucet, showerhead, and toilet installation and repair as well as the proper installation of switches, outlets and lighting fixtures. All students are enrolled in Ranken Technical College.

0 - 12 Months

College Program

Free

Missouri Women in Trades

MOWIT is dedicated to expanding opportunities for women to enter and succeed in apprenticeship and careers in the construction and building trades of the greater St. Louis area. MOWIT supports women in accessing and advancing in all construction trades through a variety of programs, including workshops, mentoring programs, scholarships, and workshops for girls.

Free

Job Training

Careers at McCarthy

McCarthy has opportunities available for interested applicants across a broad range of experience levels, from interns to new grads to experienced professionals and skilled craft professionals alike. Explore open positions and opportunities at McCarthy here.

Employment Opportunity

Careers at Paric

Gain an opportunity to work on projects that not only change the physical landscape around us, but also reshape communities and how people view them with a career at Paric. Find open positions in St. Louis here.

Employment Opportunity

Learn 2 Earn – Ranken Technical College

Learn to Earn consists of a series of STEM activities offered between grades 6 – 12 that promote student participation in STEM careers, with an emphasis on recruiting female students. These registered activites can include in-school, out-of-school, summer activities, or addtional classes. Scholarship funding to Ranken is awarded to participating female students upon successful completion.

Financial Assistance

Youth Program

Youth Build – Summer Jobs Program

A highly-successful, alternative education program for young people aged 16-24 who have a high school diploma, GED or HSE and are interested in construction careers. Helps low-income youth learn construction skills through building affordable housing and other community assets in their neighborhoods and helps students gain the skills necessary for employment.