GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp announces $30M workforce skills training program

""We've heard the president, with his executive order in the spring, talk about the importance of apprenticeships and skills training," said Culp, praising Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) for partnering on internship and co-op programs. "We're really doing this as part of an industry-wide effort to make sure that aerospace not only has the capacity, but the capabilities to fulfill the missions that we see in front of us," Culp added."

"Zoom in: The foundation's $30 million over five years will help local programs around the country "purchase new equipment, help hire new instructing staff and expand curricula, and alleviate financial barriers for students," the announcement says. The foundation works closely with community colleges "to make sure that we are attracting and developing the talent pipeline that we need in the future," Culp told Axios."

GE Aerospace's foundation will invest $30 million over five years to support local aerospace training programs nationwide. The funds will purchase new equipment, hire instructional staff, expand curricula, and reduce financial barriers for students. The initiative partners with community colleges and state leaders on apprenticeships, internships and co-op programs to develop a talent pipeline. The effort aims to build both capacity and advanced capabilities within the aerospace sector and train workers with cutting-edge skills for future flight missions. The investment seeks to revitalize U.S. manufacturing and align with federal emphasis on apprenticeships and skills training.

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