August 2023 Updates

What's New at New Century Careers

NIMS teams up with NCC to host “Lunch and Learn"

New Century Careers is honored to welcome Montez King, executive director of the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) as a guest speaker at the upcoming “Lunch and Learn.” He will be presenting Smart Training Solutions, an innovative framework developed by NIMS. At the “Lunch and Learn” participants will discover the differences between “Training Systems" and “Training Methods” as well as how to keep their organizations up to date in an ever-changing economy. The event is on Friday, September 22 from 11 am-2pm at NCC's Anselmo Training Innovation Center, 305 E. Carson Street, Southside.

Registration is free but required. Click here! Parking is available in the Highline Garage behind the training center.

NCC raises nearly $1000

to support workforce training

New Century Careers is pleased to have been selected to participate in The Pittsburgh Foundation’s “Critical Needs” campaign on August 1. NCC raised nearly $1,000. Thanks to all of the donors who helped continue and sustain NCC's MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) tuition-free machinist pre-apprenticeship program.

NCC awarded United Way Impact Grant

The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania recently announced that New Century Careers is one of the awardees of its 2023-2024 Impact Grants. This grant will go toward supporting the operations of the MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) program at Pittsburgh and Latrobe's Eastern Westmoreland Career Technology Center locations. "We are honored to have been selected for this support," says Neil Ashbaugh, president/CEO of New Century Careers. "As we all read in the headlines, the needs of a highly-skilled workforce meeting the demands of area manufacturers will continue to be a focus for the regional economy. With this support, our team will be able to engage, train, and place more persons looking to gain economic mobility as well as enjoying a successful career that is personally gratifying."

Pre-Apprenticeship Spotlight

"At the end of the day, you feel like you've accomplished something"

Rohan C. was introduced to New Century Careers through a career counselor at Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS). He has always loved putting things together and making things but didn’t know how to apply that to a career. His counselor recommended the M2K program to start his training in machining.

Throughout his time here, he has enjoyed learning from the instructors. While the hardest part of training is having to re-do projects if there are errors, he credits Paul and Odell for their extensive knowledge and industry experience. “They are very experienced and I feel like I’ve been learning a lot,” says Rohan. “Each teacher has different techniques and I get to absorb as much knowledge as possible.” Rohan especially enjoys finishing projects. “At the end of the day, you feel like you’ve accomplished something.” His advice to future pre-apprentices? “Be dedicated, consistent, listen, and practice. That’s all it takes.”

Once he completes M2K, Rohan plans on entering the machining workforce. His main goal is to progress through the field and become a journeyman.

Partner Company Spotlight

Kurt J. Lesker Company is a leading global provider of high-quality vacuum equipment that prides themselves on excellent quality and customer service.

M2K graduate Brook M. has recently been placed with this long-time NCC partner company!

NCC partner companies have access to a source of job-ready, skilled workers to help a company grow and adhere to high standards of product quality and customer service. Interested in becoming a partner company? Call 412-258-6620.

New M2K cohort

begins training

Trainees in the new cohort for Manufacturing 2000 in Pittsburgh took their first Quick Train class on August 28. We are so excited to meet these trainees and get them started on their manufacturing journeys.

Registration for M2K is ongoing at the Eastern Westmoreland CTC site in Latrobe.

It’s not too late… our next cohort begins soon. Sign up today! We look forward to seeing you! Or refer candidates to us!

View the M2K online application for either site here or contact Christina Sparks at 412-258-6617 to learn more.

Support the manufacturing workforce through New Century Careers

Did you know you can support NCC through the United Way?

If your employer participates in a United Way workplace giving campaign, you can donate to New Century Careers by selecting NCC’s Contributor Choice Code #1461264 on your contribution form for all or a portion of your contribution.

By selecting NCC you’ll be supporting tuition-free machinist skills training for SWPA job seekers through the MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) PA State-Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program.

Please encourage your co-workers to select NCC as well. If you have any questions about NCC’s involvement with the United Way of SWPA Contributor Choice campaign, please contact Neil Ashbaugh at 412- 212-0828 or email.

Support the manufacturing workforce through New Century Careers year round

DONATE HERE or by mailing a check made payable to

New Century Careers, 305 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219

305 E Carson St

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

412-258-6620

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