Due to the current COVID restrictions, office entry is limited to appointments only. Our staff is working from home and able to answer Program questions. Information sessions are now held online, email CKing@cwit.org or call 312-942-1444 to be added to the Program Enrollment Waitlist.

Build a Career. Join a Sisterhood.

Chicago Women in Trades is a Sisterhood, proud of our graduates and fellow Sisters. We celebrate their successes in building new careers for themselves and spearheading an industry movement.

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Become a CWIT partner

Learn more about our programs through our virtual information sessions.

Technical Opportunities Program - 12 weeks focused on Union construction preparation!

Women in Welding Program - 13 weeks focused on welding and manufacturing!

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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

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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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