Currently unemployed or underemployed and looking to contribute to the Ocean Tech industry?

Ocean Tech Works offers a regional and collaborative workforce development program aimed at addressing immediate job opportunities in ocean-based careers, in partnership with .

New England Institute of Technology is a higher education partner in this initiative, by offering degree programs in mechanical engineering and electrical technology alongside workforce opportunities in:

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electromechanical Engineering
  • Electronics
  • Electrical
  • Robotics
  • and, similarly related fields.

Take advantage of this opportunity to attend school for free while interfacing and potentially interning with an Ocean Tech employer during the 18-month program.

Upcoming Mandatory Information Sessions

Date: August 5, 2025
Time: 11am-12pm EST


Date: August 12, 2025
Time: 3-4pm EST



Program Dates
September 2025 – March 2027

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    鈥淭his initiative is a cornerstone of our region鈥檚 expanding Blue Economy ecosystem, and we are excited to implement these programs in partnership with our public and private collaborators.鈥�

    鈥擟hristian Cowan, Executive Director of Polaris MEP
      REQUIREMENTS & ELIGIBILITY

      1.) Participants must attend 1 of the mandatory info-sessions listed below.

      Date: August 5, 2025
      Time: 11am-12pm EST

      Date: August 12, 2025
      Time: 3-4pm EST

      2.) Participants must be:

      • residents of Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Massachusetts
      • unemployed or underemployed
      • eligible to complete the FAFSA as a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen ()
      • committed to working in manufacturing and/or to support Ocean Tech partners in RI, CT, or MA
      • able to commit to an 18-month associate degree program
      • interested in mechanical engineering; electronics, robotics, and drones; electromechanical engineering

      PROGRAM COST

      Tuition is covered, but applicants must fill out the FAFSA form. Details will be provided in the upcoming mandatory information session on August 5 and August 12.

      For more details:

      Please contact Jeff Norman, 黄瓜视频 Admissions
      [email protected]
      401-739-5000 x 3370


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