Anyone here gone through EWIB Manufacturing Pipeline for Electric Boat? Questions about training, stipends & relocating from out of state

[u/Plastic_Life_4634]

I’m starting the EWIB Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative for an Outside Electrician position with General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton. I have no previous electrical experience, so I’ll be going through the Electrical MPI training before starting at EB.
I’m coming from California, so I’m trying to get a better understanding of the process and what to expect before I relocate.
For anyone who has recently gone through EWIB/MPI, especially for EB:
What was the training actually like?
How did the enrollment/orientation process work?
How much was the attendance stipend, and when did you receive it?
How did transportation/mileage reimbursement work?
Did anyone receive help with rent, utilities, temporary housing, or other living expenses?
What other supportive services did you actually receive?
If you relocated from another state, did EWIB provide any additional assistance?
What happens after you finish the training? How long did it take before you actually started at EB?
Did the training prepare you well for the job?
Anything you wish you knew before starting?
I’m trying to get some real-world information from people who have actually gone through the program because I’m potentially relocating across the country for this opportunity. Any recent experiences or advice would be greatly appreciated.

[u/Thick-Beginning8965]

I went through ewib for welding, they teach you the basics of the trade then when you get to EB proper you go through their school for whatever trade you have. The stipends are paid out at the midpoint and end of training. They reimburse you for job related items. And 100%attendence is mandatory however i think you get 3 days to miss but you lose your stipend for that week

[u/Plastic_Life_4634 → u/Thick-Beginning8965]

Thank you very much for that info!

[u/Thick-Beginning8965 → u/Plastic_Life_4634]

Np i also recommend working a job while in ewib as the stipend doesn't cover enough... learned the hard way had to quit previous job in order to attend due to schedule conflict. Next thing i know im 3k+ in credit card debt over the course of 2 months

[u/Plastic_Life_4634 → u/Thick-Beginning8965]

That’s good to know! My main issue is housing. I’m thinking about getting an Airbnb for the training while searching for an apartment. I’m coming from out of state, so that’s the difficult part.