Association Resources
ManufactureCT is one of nine partners in CMC (Connecticut Manufacturers’ Collaborative). The CMC is comprised of all the major regional and statewide manufacturing member organizations across Connecticut. Collectively, we represent over 1200 manufacturing companies with tens of thousands of employees throughout all of Connecticut.
State Resources
Educational/Training/Funding & Grant Opportunities & Resources
Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Fund Voucher Program (MVP) – Provides up to $49,000 to support projects that improve manufacturing productivity, efficiency, and competitiveness. Funding can be used for process improvements, technology upgrades, and operational optimization. Administered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Connecticut Manufacturing IoT Integration Voucher Program (IVP) – Offers up to $20,000 to help manufacturers implement IoT technologies on the production floor. Funding supports solutions that improve data visibility, equipment monitoring, and operational efficiency. Administered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Connecticut Apprenticeship – A paid earn-while-you-learn training program combining on-the-job experience with classroom instruction. Programs typically last one to four years and result in a portable credential issued by the Connecticut Department of Labor. Hundreds of companies are already benefitting their business by taking advantage of Step Up training subsidies, and tax credits.
CTNext Talent Bridge Internship Program – Provides grants of up to $25,000 to help companies hire student interns and build talent pipelines. The program requires a 50% company match and connects Connecticut employers with emerging talent.
Career ConneCT – A statewide workforce initiative supporting reskilling, upskilling, and career access. With help from the Office of Workforce Strategy, the program funds partnerships between employers, educators, and workforce organizations to help prepare people for high-demand careers.
Advanced Manufacturing Faster – A statewide initiative supporting growth in Connecticut’s advanced manufacturing sector, which includes more than 4,400 companies. The program helps strengthen the talent pipeline needed to meet increasing industry demand.
CCAT – Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology – A technology and training center that helps manufacturers adopt advanced technologies and improve operations. CCAT provides demonstrations, workforce training, and technical assistance to increase efficiency and competitiveness.
CONNSTEP – A nonprofit organization that helps Connecticut manufacturers improve operations, grow their businesses, and strengthen competitiveness through consulting, workforce development programs, and operational improvement services.
Skill Up for Manufacturing – A training program introducing students to basic mechanical and manufacturing skills. The course helps prepare participants for entry-level manufacturing careers and builds foundational industry knowledge.
AdvanceCT Manufacturing Connecticut – Promotes Connecticut as a leader in manufacturing innovation, highlighting the state’s strong network of OEMs, suppliers, and advanced manufacturing companies that drive the regional economy.
ManufactureCT Constitution & Bylaws
Other State Resources
Wisconsin – NEW Manufacturing Alliance’s Get Real Math – The Get Real Math videos showcase over 40 math skills used in the real world. The videos serve as a capstone after a skill is learned in school to be applied in a real world situation at a manufacturing company. Math skills featured are 3rd grade through high school. The lesson plans were created by math teachers.