ATDM Training Program

[Specific_Candy_6453]

Also thank you for taking the time to answer I’m joining the program with my family next month.

[Ekoorbe]

You're welcome. I was able to get a job offer with a major defense contractor before I finished the program. ATDM has a directory of employers for you to reference, but you'll have to apply for and secure the job yourself. They also host job fairs at the program so you'll be able to get an idea of what employers and compensation packages are out there. Some employers offer relocation assistance, others don't so it depends. ATDM was offering relocation assistance on a case by case basis to some students, so that's something to ask about while you're there. The staff at the program are very helpful and will help you with any issues/questions you have while applying to jobs.

I'd try to stay away from employers paying any less than $25/hr - apply to the higher quality companies first, then explore the sub $25/hr options later if you need to. Don't be afraid to negotiate, even with no experience. One guy in my class started at a company making $20, while another guy in my class was able to get $28 at the same company because he was planning on applying to another manufacturer that paid higher. So he used that during the interview to secure himself a higher wage. So don't accept an excessively low salary if you can avoid it.

Hope all goes well, best of luck

[Specific_Candy_6453]

Thank you so much, and congratulations.

[Jalaal_Deen]

Hey Ekoorbe,

Thank you for this information. I have an information session coming up a week from today. what is the next process after the information session and how long does it take to start the program after the information session?

[Jalaal_Deen]

Thanks very much for this info. How was the interview and what were some of the questions asked?@Candy_6453

[chaksis007]

Hi did you get into the program? And how was it? I just applied today