Training funds, hiring tools, and workforce programs to help Eastern New Mexico employers build and keep a skilled team.
New Mexico offers some of the most generous workforce training incentives in the country. The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) can reimburse a large share of wages during training. Start with NM Workforce Connection for both employers and job seekers.
NM Dept. of Workforce Solutions
The state's hub for job seekers and employers — job postings, training programs, labor market data, and local offices.
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Reimburses 50–90% of wages for training newly created jobs at expanding or relocating New Mexico businesses.
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Reimburses up to 75% of training costs (up to $6,000 per employee) to upskill your existing workforce.
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Federal toolkit for skills assessments, training finder, credential search, and local workforce resources.
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Build or join an earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship — strong fit for trades, energy, and technology roles.
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Local community college workforce and continuing-education programs serving the Tucumcari and Eastern NM region.
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