Core Plus Aerospace + Youth Apprenticeship

A Launchpad to a Career in Advanced Manufacturing

Career Exploration Meets Practical Application

Washington students deserve more than just a diploma—they deserve opportunities that prepare them for today’s high-demand careers. That’s where Core Plus Aerospace and AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship come in.

These two powerful programs work together to equip high school students with the hands-on skills, real-world experiences, and career confidence they need to succeed in aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.

What is Core Plus Aerospace?

Core Plus Aerospace is a hands-on, high school curriculum developed in partnership with aerospace leaders like Boeing. Offered at over 50 high schools and skills centers across Washington, the program teaches students valuable technical skills in:

  • Precision measurement
  • Blueprint reading
  • Materials science
  • Mechanical and electrical assembly
  • Safety and quality assurance

Through project-based learning, students gain a strong foundation for entry-level jobs, advanced training, or college—all while earning high school credit.

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How AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship Builds on Core Plus

AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship program complements Core Plus Aerospace by giving high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to:

  • Earn high school and college credit
  • Gain paid, on-the-job experience
  • Work with experienced industry mentors
  • Start their post-secondary education at no cost
  • Learn advanced skills in machining, maintenance, and automation

AJAC currently offers two Youth Apprenticeship programs: Production Technician and Automation Technician

These are two-year, registered apprenticeships designed to help students transition seamlessly from high school to full-time careers in advanced manufacturing.

A Seamless Pathway to a Career You’ll Love

When students combine Core Plus Aerospace with AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship, they gain a serious advantage:

✅ Real-world technical skills
✅ Industry-recognized credentials
✅ Exposure to high-wage, high-demand careers
✅ A clear path to AJAC’s adult apprenticeships, college degrees, or skilled trades

A Seamless Pathway to a Career You’ll Love

When students combine Core Plus Aerospace with AJAC’s Youth Apprenticeship, they gain a serious advantage:

✅ Real-world technical skills
✅ Industry-recognized credentials
✅ Exposure to high-wage, high-demand careers
✅ A clear path to AJAC’s adult apprenticeships, college degrees, or skilled trades

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