Building the Workforce of the Blue Economy
Ocean Tech Works, powered by Ìý²¹²Ô»åÌý, is creating fast, flexible pathways to careers in advanced manufacturing and the blue economy—developed in close collaboration with local employers— in partnership with ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ Institute of Technology.
If you’re unemployed or underemployed, and ready to launch a career in the Ocean Tech industry, Ocean Tech Works regional, collaborative workforce development program that addresses immediate hiring needs and prepares you for success in ocean-based careers.
Funded through the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Good Jobs Challenge, we’re connecting motivated job seekers with high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing and ocean technology, delivering real results for both businesses and individuals across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.
ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ Institute of Technology is a higher education partner in this initiative, by offering degree programs in mechanical engineering and electrical technology alongside workforce opportunities in:
- Mechanical Engineering
 - Electromechanical Engineering
 - Electronics
 - Electrical
 - Robotics
 - and, similarly related fields.
 
Take advantage of this opportunity to attend school tuition-free while gaining real-world experience—and potentially interning with an Ocean Tech employer—through one of the following 18-month associate degree programs:
Upcoming Information Sessions for Prospective Students
Tuesday, November 4 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Friday, November 21
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Monday, December 1
3:00 – 3:30 PM
Session are mandatory for prospective students.
PROGRAM PARTNER:
“This initiative is a cornerstone of our region’s expanding Blue Economy ecosystem, and we are excited to implement these programs in partnership with our public and private collaborators.â€
REQUIREMENTS & ELIGIBILITY
- Participants are required to attend one mandatory virtual information session.
Upcoming dates to be announced prior to spring enrollment. - Participants must be:
 
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- residents of Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Massachusetts
 - unemployed or underemployed
 - eligible to complete the FAFSA as a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen ()
 - committed to working in manufacturing and/or to support Ocean Tech partners in RI, CT, or MA
 - able to commit to an 18-month associate degree program
 - interested in mechanical engineering; electronics, robotics, and drones; electromechanical engineering
 
 
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PROGRAM COST
Tuition is covered, but applicants must fill out the FAFSA form. Further details will be provided in a mandatory virtual information session (dates TBD).
For more details:
Please contact Jeff Norman, ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ Admissions
[email protected]
401-739-5000 x 3370
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