White commercial truck driving along the highway, showcasing the typical vehicle operated by holders of Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL). A CDL is essential for anyone who drives commercial vehicles because it ensures they have the specialized skills to operate these often large, complex vehicles.

MOCJ Programs

Next Mile NYC

The Next Mile NYC workforce development pilot program is designed to provide self-paced, cost-free, accessible, technology-driven commercial driver’s license training, individualized success coaching, wraparound services, and comprehensive job placement support into high-paying trucking careers for an initial cohort of 20 justice-involved and housing insecure New Yorkers.

Partner PROGRAMS & ORGANIZATIONS

Services Provided & Focus Domains

Online training with Proprietary Tech-based Technology
In-person CDL training
Vocational, educational and housing supports
Impact & Highlights
Commercial Learner’s Permits (CLP) attainment
CDL graduation rate (2 on medical leave currently)
Graduates have secured employment or received pre-hire offers with $78k-$125k starting salaries

Who It’s For

  • Must reside in NYC
  • No pending cases
  • No more than one DUI (and none within past 3 years)
  • No convictions for homicide, manslaughter, assault with a vehicle, human or sex trafficking
Eligibility & Referral Guide

Success Stories

  • 1.6M+

    By the end of the first year of employment, pilot program graduates are projected to generate an estimated $1.6M+ in new wealth for their NYC communities.

  • 30+

    In the new fiscal year, Next Mile NYC will serve at least 30 new participants—and the waitlist is growing.

  • I am proof that a person can change. The entire ManhattanConnect ATI staff helped me realize that. I want to give a special thanks to Ms. Blocker, Ms. Jaelyn, Mr. Monroe, Mr. Collins, and Ms. Hill.

    The program helped me get back on track with school too. If there was one thing, I would say to new youth is that if you come to the program, just keep focusing on what you need to do and you will be alright.
    Troy
    ATI Highlight Participant

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