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SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program

Empower Your Interns with the SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program

Free SOLIDWORKS Software + Certification for Eligible Student Interns
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Hiring a student intern this year?

The new SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program helps your intern hit the ground running – with free access to SOLIDWORKS software and certification support provided by Dassault Systèmes and your trusted Canadian partner, CAD Micro now .

Whether you’re an engineering team, design firm, or manufacturing business, this program ensures your interns can start contributing to live commercial projects from day one – with zero added software costs.

What is SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program?

The SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program is a new initiative that provides eligible student interns with:
  • A free license of 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Premium or SOLIDWORKS Premium with Cloud Services (for the duration of the internship)
  • A free CSWA (Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate) certification voucher if they don’t already have it
  • Access to learning resources to help them upskill quickly
  • Licensing and support managed by CAD Micro now , your authorized SOLIDWORKS reseller in Canada
This program is available to students enrolled in a recognized post-secondary institution who have secured a 3- or 6-month internship with a commercial business.

Why this matters to Employers?

Bringing on interns is a great way to build your talent pipeline, but onboarding them can be a challenge. The SkillForce Program removes friction and delivers:

🟦 Interns with the tools they need to contribute right away
🟦 Certified talent that meets your team’s design standards
🟦 Zero licensing cost for qualifying student interns
🟦 Faster ramp-up time and better productivity
🟦 No disruption to your existing license count

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Why work with CAD Micro?

As a trusted Canadian SOLIDWORKS reseller, CAD Micro now is here to support your business through the SkillForce Program and beyond. We’ll help you:
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Determine eligibility

Manage license setup for intern

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Provide onboarding resources

Guide interns toward CSWA and CSWP certification

Offer long-term solutions when interns become full-time hires

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We’ve worked with teams across Canada in manufacturing, product design, engineering services, and education – and we’re here to help you get the most out of your tools and your people.
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Who’s Eligible?

To participate in the SkillForce Program, the student must:

  • Be currently enrolled in a recognized college, university, or technical institute
  • Be 18 years of age or above
  • Be hired for a formal internship
  • Hold a SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Certification (CSWA or CSWP)
    • *If you have not obtained a certification, indicate this during your application and SOLIDWORKS will send you a single-use voucher for a FREE CSWA exam, and you can reapply for the SOLIDWORKS SkillForce Program after receiving the certification
  • Apply through SOLIDWORKS or CAD Micro and name your company as their employer
  • Be verified by the SOLIDWORKS team

Once verified, CAD Micro will provide the software license and support for the intern through the duration of the internship.

Ready to Get Started?

Let’s make sure your next intern is SOLIDWORKS-ready from day one. We’ll help you navigate the SkillForce Program and get everything set up.

**Please remember to name CAD Micro as your reseller on the application form.**

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