Graduates of this program are generally employed by:

  • machine shops
  • manufacturing plants
  • engine rebuilding shops
  • tool and equipment supply companies
  • production equipment repair shops
  • tool and die shops
  • mould-making shops

Graduates may also have the opportunity to become indentured apprentices with support from their employers.

For more information on roles, duties, career paths, salaries and more, visit:

Graduate Information & Opportunities

Machinist Apprenticeship Program

Students who maintain a specified level of marks will be allowed to challenge the year 1 apprenticeship exam. There is a cost to write the apprenticeship exam that is paid directly to Alberta and Industry Training at the time of the exam.

Advanced apprenticeship standing is available to individuals who apply to the apprenticeship program after finding work in the machine shop industry. For more information please contact your local Apprenticeship and Industry Training Office toll-free at 780.310.0000, in Edmonton at 780.427.8517, or at www.tradesecrets.org.

Continuing your studies

NAIT offers a number of part-time courses through Continuing Education to further enhance your career, including

Additional professional association courses are available through the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).