Plenty of people are ready to work hard but get turned away because they don't have experience or training. Wells Academy was created to change that. Since 2005, this 501(c)(3) educational program has opened the door to skilled manufacturing careers for disadvantaged Native American applicants who are looking for positive life change.

At Wells Academy, students are paid while they train. Over one year, or 2,000 hours, they follow a state-approved CNC manufacturing curriculum and get individualized on-the-job training and mentoring. They also learn life skills that support healthy living in our communities. The program ends with a Journeyworker certification from the State of Minnesota, a credential that shows they're ready for a skilled job.

We're accepting applications now through December 31, 2026. To apply, fill out the information form under "Our Programs" at wellstechacademy.org. Our goal is simple: strengthen communities by providing training and real jobs. Your new career could start here.

Now Accepting Applicants: Get Paid to Train for a CNC Manufacturing Career with Wells Academy

Academy is now accepting applications through December 31, 2026. Andy Wells, CEO and Founder of Wells Technology, founded the academy in 2005. It's a 501(c)(3) educational program that helps people build a new career even if they have no manufacturing experience.

Students are paid while they train. Over one year, or 2,000 hours, they follow a state-approved CNC manufacturing curriculum, get individualized on-the-job training and mentoring, and learn the life skills that support healthy living in our communities. The program ends with a Journeyworker certification from the State of Minnesota. In Andy's words, "Our goal is to strengthen communities by providing training and jobs to otherwise unqualified employee applicants."

Who should apply: Native American applicants who want positive life change and a skilled manufacturing career, especially those who have been held back by a lack of experience or training.

How to apply: Fill out the information form under "Our Programs" at wellstechacademy.org. Applications close December 31, 2026.