Apple Is Opening a Manufacturing Academy in Detroit

Apple is opening a manufacturing academy in Detroit, a move that comes as the Trump administration has repeatedly urged the tech giant to manufacture iPhones in the United States. The academy will provide a six-month training program to teach participants the skills necessary for careers in advanced manufacturing. The program is a partnership between Apple and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and it aims to address the skills gap in the manufacturing industry. The academy will be located in a former auto plant, and it will offer hands-on training in areas such as computer-aided design, robotics, and 3D printing. The initiative is part of Apple's broader efforts to invest in U.S. manufacturing and job creation. The company has previously faced criticism for outsourcing the production of its products to countries with lower labor costs, and this move is seen as a step towards addressing those concerns.