CWIT's office is currently open only by appointment. To learn more about our FREE training programs,  register for an Information Session!
CWIT and the National Taskforce on Tradeswomen’s Issues’ are on a mission to include workforce gender and racial equity in the federal infrastructure bill. These provisions would promote goals for women and BIPOC workhours, respectful workplace policies, and support for pre-apprenticeship programs, childcare and retention. Sign our letter and share it on social media to help build support!

Build a Career. Join a Sisterhood.

Chicago Women in Trades has been supporting, advocating, and training women in the Chicagoland area for the last 40 years.

We are a Sisterhood of Tradeswomen, celebrating our graduates and their successes in building new careers for themselves while spearheading an industry movement.

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Become a CWIT partner

Learn more about our FREE Training Programs by attending our weekly virtual Information Sessions.

Technical Opportunities Program - FREE 12-week, 188-hour Training Program focused on entering Union Construction Apprenticeships!

Women in Welding Program - FREE 12-week, 288-hour Training Program focused on the welding and manufacturing industries!

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Build a Career in Construction or Welding!

Women are forging and building careers in non-traditional occupations.

Booming Industries

Proud of my work.

"Chicago Women in Trades opened the door for me, and I jumped through with both feet."

EMMA, ELECTRICIAN, CWIT ALUMNA

Read more about Emma's journey.

Recruit and support.

Get the resources you need to recruit and support women in your apprenticeship programs and on the job from the National Center for Women’s Equity in Apprenticeship and Employment.

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