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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Last Friday, we had our Spring 2026 Career Fair. Thank you to every employer who spent the day meeting our welding and machining students and veteran alumni. If you're hiring or want to join our next career fair, visit wfw.org/hire-our-gra....

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Forge it. Display it. Tell the story forever. Wine and Weld is a live auction experience at our April 25 gala aboard the USS Midway. The winning bidders will build a custom horseshoe wine rack inside the WFW welding lab — guided by our veteran teaching staff. Get your gala tickets: wfw.org/gala

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Our CNC Machining 2 & 3 students are operating 5-axis FANUC RoboDrill machines, the same technology used in top manufacturing facilities across the country. Applications are open at wfw.org. #WorkshopsForWarriors #CNCMachining #VeteranTraining

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Every ticket funds training like this. Join us on April 25 aboard the USS Midway for the #WorkshopsforWarriors annual #gala, an evening dedicated to funding hands-on training and real careers for veterans. 🎟️ Reserve your seat at wfw.org/gala. #SupportVeterans #VeteranCareers #SkilledTrades

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Started as students. Now they're the teachers.🥹 This is what women's history month looks like to us — women building skills, building confidence, and now passing it all down to the next generation. Ready to start your story? Apply now at wfw.org. #WorkshopsForWarriors #Welding #WomensHistoryMonth

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Women building the future of #advancedmanufacturing. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re proud to see women building skills, confidence, and opportunities through #handsonlearning. Interested in learning these skills? Visit wfw.org to learn more about our programs.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Phoenix area friends: Join us for Cade’s Day Cornhole Tourney at OHSO Arcadia on April 18, 2026. Enter to win a VIP NASCAR Experience for Two supporting suicide prevention & welding scholarships through Workshops for Warriors. 🎟 Enter here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Welding 2 students dialing in precision with Snap-on torque wrench certification training. Students run torque checks using click, dial, and electronic torque wrenches on the Snap-On Digital Torque Tester, reading torque in ft-lbs, in-lbs, and Nm. Start your training! Apply today: wfw.org/apply/

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Machining 1 students are sharpening their benchwork skills, the foundation of precision machining. They are reading blueprints, calculating drill speeds, operating the drill press, and using hand tools like files, taps, reamers, hacksaws, and calipers to produce accurate parts. #CNCMachining

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Congratulations, Fall 2025 Cohort B! 🎓 Sixteen weeks. 640 hours of training. Nationally recognized welding certifications earned. You showed up. You did the work. And we are so proud of you. Ready to start your own path? Apply today: wfw.org/apply?utm_medium=social&utm_source=Bluesky

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Welding 1 students are in qualifications mode. 💥 AWS certification is the goal. A career in manufacturing is the reward. Ready to start your own journey? Enroll at wfw.org/apply?utm_medium=social&utm_source=Bluesky. #WorkshopsForWarriors #Welding #VeteranCareers #HireVets

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Join us aboard the USS Midway Museum. Workshops for Warriors’ annual Gala are an investment in veterans' training for careers in advanced manufacturing. Every ticket supports nationally recognized certifications in welding & machining. Reserve your seat & be part of the mission: bit.ly/3ZQwSjc

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

CNC Machining 1 students are training on the Haas Automation lathe, building confidence in machine setup, precision measurement, & turning operations used in advanced manufacturing. If you are ready to build skills that lead to a solid career in the skilled trades, applications are open at wfw.org.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Welding 2 students tackling aluminum welding pre-quals. Build the skills employers are hiring for! Start welding training, earn nationally recognized certifications, and launch a skilled trades career. Apply at wfw.org. Classes start on March 2 and May 4.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Happy Presidents Day 🇺🇸 Nearly two-thirds of U.S. presidents have served in the military, a reminder that service has shaped leadership in this country. We honor that legacy and the continued service of veterans building America’s future. While students are off today, our office remains open.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Thank you, Harvey Performance, for supporting our machining programs & investing in the next generation of skilled manufacturers. Your partnership helps our students earn nationally recognized certifications, train on industry-standard equipment, & step into high-demand careers.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Advanced manufacturing offers strong opportunity, but not everyone knows where to start. Our new blog breaks down 9 career paths available after graduating from WFW, based on welding & CNC machining training. If you are thinking about your next step, this is worth a read. 👉 wfw.org/9-promising-...

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9 Promising Career Paths After Graduating from Workshops for Warriors | Workshops For Warriors

WFW graduates have a wealth of opportunities in various industries across the United States. In this post, we explore nine promising career paths for individuals who have successfully graduated.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Huge thank you to Courage to Call and Leonard Casiple for spending time with our students and leading an honest, practical conversation about moving forward after hard experiences, navigating mental health after hard experiences, and where to find support when it’s needed.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

American Welding Society (AWS) visited WFW! Kerry Shantell, Vice President of the AWS Board, spoke with our welding students & welders from the community about careers in welding and industry expectations. Ready to start your path in welding? Apply today: wfw.org

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Waterjet training with our advanced classes. Our W3, M2, and M3 students are training on the #FlowWaterjet, learning precision cutting, material control, and shop-ready processes. 🎓 Ready to train in welding or CNC machining? Apply: wfw.org. #WeldingTraining #CNCMachiningTraining

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Thank you to Weiler Abrasives for their continued support each semester. Because of partners like Weiler, students can stay focused on learning real skills, earning certifications, and preparing for careers in advanced manufacturing. Ready to build a career in the skilled trades? Apply at wfw.org.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Thermal cutting training in Welding 1🔥 Oxy-acetylene ⚡ Plasma ⚡ Carbon arc gouging Real skills for real manufacturing careers. Ready to build a career in advanced manufacturing? 👉 Apply today at wfw.org.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Ramon, a WFW machining alumnus, now works at Ferrari Stampi, where he’s contributing to process improvement using the skills he gained through our CNC machining programs. He came to WFW focused on learning as much as he could about machining — & left with real shop experience & a production mindset.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Thank you to Boeing for supporting #advancedmanufacturing training for veterans at WFW. This partnership helps veterans earn certifications, build skills, and move into high-demand manufacturing careers. Proud to stand alongside Boeing in support of those who served. 🇺🇸 #TeamBoeing #BoeingPartner

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Our Welding 1 students are motivated and locked in at their booths. They are practicing weldments using the mild-penetrating E6013 rod and the deep-penetrating E6010 rod, in various positions. Learn more about welding training and how to apply at wfw.org/apply/

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Thank you to Victory Welding Alloys for donating welding materials every semester to support veteran welding training at Workshops for Warriors. Ongoing industry support helps students prepare for skilled trades and advanced manufacturing careers. Explore welding training opportunities at wfw.org.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Join us for a community #blooddrive at #WorkshopsforWarriors. Donate & receive a T-shirt from the #SanDiegoBloodBank while supplies last. 📅 Jan 15 🕘 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM 📍 2970 Main Street, San Diego 🪪 Photo ID required ✅ Open to the public by appt. Schedule online: bit.ly/4jySGZx Call: (619) 400-8251

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Orientation yesterday. First day of class today. Our Fall 2026 cohort is starting strong in the classroom, learning the fundamentals behind welding and CNC machining training that leads to nationally recognized certifications and real careers in advanced manufacturing.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

fabrication skills. Join us in congratulating the winners and celebrating every student who competed. Think you’ve got what it takes? Come train with us. Apply for Welding or CNC machining at WFW.org

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Before break and graduation, our Welding 1 & 2 students competed in the AWS Welding Competition & Welding Art Competition. The AWS portion challenges students to weld to professional standards, focusing on quality, consistency, & technique, while the art competition highlights creativity &

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

#advancedmanufacturing. Join us in celebrating their achievements & cheering them on as they begin this next chapter! 👏 Learn more about how you can support or join our next group of students who start Jan. 5 & visit WFW.org to apply or donate today. #Graduation #Welding #CNCMachining

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our #Fall2025 Graduating Class! 🎓 On Dec. 19, we celebrated their 4 months here at #WorkshopsforWarriors. These driven students committed to learning their craft & pushing their limits. Their dedication positions them to step into the workforce & help meet the growing demand in

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

We are grateful to City of San Diego Council President Joe LaCava (District 1) for visiting #WorkshopsforWarriors and learning more about our students and training programs. Thank you for your support. Learn more about our programs at wfw.org. #Veterans #WorkforceDevelopment #MilitaryCommunity

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

members the chance to build meaningful, in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Grateful for the support! Thank you to the @caterpillarinc.bsky.social Foundation and its subsidiary, Solar Turbines, for their Young Veterans Manufacturing Training grant to WFW. Your partnership helps us keep rebuilding America’s skilled workforce while giving veterans and transitioning service

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

structure, technical work, & a clear path into a machinist role at Versatech. “They [WFW] get you out of that kind of scared shell that you are lost in when you first get out of the military.” – Mark 📖 Read how he got there: wfw.org/mark-army-ve... #VeteranStories #ArmyVeteran

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Mark, Army Veteran, Machining 1 & 2 Graduate | Workshops For Warriors

From Army Black Hawk mechanic to CNC machinist, Mark Parades shares how Workshops for Warriors empowered him.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Black Hawk mechanic, crew chief, & medevac door gunner. Mark spent five years keeping helicopters in the air & flying missions. Civilian life began with short-term construction & valet jobs that didn't feel like a real path. Walking into the WFW machining shop brought back

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Thank you to Stater Bros. Charities & Twisted Tea for supporting our welding and CNC machining programs. Your generosity helps our students turn their military experience into skilled manufacturing careers. Want to get involved or learn more about our mission? Visit wfw.org?utm_medium=o...

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Welding 2 students are practicing industry-standard pipe fitting & welding, refining fit-up, & running clean passes under real shop conditions. This hands-on work is part of WFW’s accelerated 16-week #weldingprogram, built to lead into nationally recognized credentials & real manufacturing careers.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

This #GivingTuesday, pledge to support careers for veterans in American manufacturing. Your support provides training & opportunity, helping veterans secure manufacturing careers that uplift families & communities & strengthen America’s workforce. #Donatetoday: donate.wfw.org/give/748885/... #WFW

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Friendly reminder for our WFW community: campus will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday and Friday, November 27–28. Classes resume Monday, Dec. 1.  Enjoy the holiday weekend, and we will see you back in the shop soon.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

#MilitaryFamilyAppreciationMonth is a reminder that your people are part of this journey, too. At #WFW, career training in CNC machining & welding helps veterans & military families build real stability after service. With trusted credentials, career support, & education benefits that can support

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

A big thank you to #VictoryWeldingAlloys for helping support our welding program with training materials. Their generosity helps our students get more hands-on practice and more confidence in the booth. #WeldingTraining #SkilledTrades #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingCareers #WFW

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Prebys Foundation @prebysfdn.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Veterans make up 9% of San Diego's population. They're our neighbors, friends and family members. @workshops4warriors.bsky.social is creating fulfilling career paths for over 1,600 U.S. veterans through CNC machining and welding training programs and credentials. Learn more: wfw.org/ #Veterans

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Thank you, @prebysfdn.bsky.social, for highlighting our work. We’re proud to train veterans and transitioning service members for careers in CNC machining and welding, and we appreciate partners who help raise awareness about the opportunities available through Workshops for Warriors.

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

We're grateful for Tri Tool’s steady support of our program and the impact Joe continues to make on our veteran students. 🇺🇸 #WorkshopsForWarriors #WeldingTraining #SkilledTrades

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Workshops for Warriors @workshops4warriors.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Thank you to Joe from #TriToolTechnologies for teaching our Welding 3 students #orbitalwelding with both #MIG and #TIG. 🔥 Joe broke down the steps, answered every question, and gave our students a chance to work through the process with real focus.

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