About

The Machinists Institute is a nonprofit educational institution serving the aerospace, manufacturing, and automotive machinists industries. Established by the International Association of Machinists District 751, the Machinists Institute proudly serves current and future workers to reach their career goals and provides cutting edge education and training to build a highly skilled and diverse workforce to meet employer demand.

Who We Are

Our Mission

To empower workers to build a better future through world class education, training and union rights on the job.

Our Vision

We envision a prosperity for workers across multiple industries through world class, accessible and affordable education and training by providing pathways to develop the skills needed for IAM members along with those in our community in need of opportunities and rights in the workplace. 

Our Core Values

Built on the vision that education and training serves to improve society and create better futures for all, we commit to core values of:

  • Excellence

  • Ethics

  • Dignity

  • Diversity and Equity

  • Solidarity

  • Accountability

  • Collective Bargaining Rights

Who we serve

Employers

Do you struggle to find the skilled workforce you need?  Explore your options to grow your own talent pool.

Career Seekers

Looking for a dynamic career that offers great wages, upward mobility, and cutting -edge technology? Explore Aerospace, Automotive, or Manufacturing occupations to find your dream career.

IAM Member or Current Student

Check out our course offerings to upgrade your skills, work toward a promotion or continue the next course you need in your apprenticeship program.  Do you need childcare to be successful in your career or education?  View our support services to access helpful programs.

2024 impact report

Curious about how we measure success? Read our 2024 Impact Report for the full details here

Areas of Focus

 

Career Advancement

Everyone wants to feel that they’re making progress in their chosen field. We’re developing cutting-edge training to help you advance with confidence.

Registered Apprenticeship

We believe that one of the best ways to learn a trade is through apprenticeship. We’re proud to partner with industry employers so that more people can join the workforce.

Outreach & Recruitment

We’re committed to bringing more people into the industries we serve. By reaching out to underserved communities, we support economic development and family-wage jobs.

 

Pre-Apprenticeship/
Employment Readiness

We’re helping more people be ready for work so they can enjoy the benefits, community, and pay that comes from a union career.

Instructor Training

We’re elevating experts across industries to teach and train on the latest topics, so you know that what you’re learning is what you need to know.

Specialty Skills

We’re investing in you so you can focus on your future. Our upcoming trainings on specialty skills will help our members stand out.

 
 
Jon Holden, IAM District 751 President
 

“We are excited about offering a pathway to higher skills and a better standard of living through education and training in the machinists industry.”

— Jon Holden, President, IAM District 751