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OCE PROGRAMS

At Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE), our programs are designed to mirror real-world industries and workplaces.

From manufacturing floors and digital workstations to service operations and skilled trades, OCE provides adults in custody (AICs) with hands-on training, industry-aligned experience, and the opportunity to build meaningful careers.

Each program operates with the same expectations found outside the institution: productivity, quality, teamwork, and accountability. Participants don't just learn how to do a job, they learn how to show up, communicate, solve problems, and contribute as part of a professional team.

Comprehensive Training Across Industries

OCE programs span a wide range of industries to meet both workforce demands and individual career interests. Whether participants are working with advanced machinery, digital tools, or customer-facing services, every program is built around skill development that translates beyond incarceration.

Across our programs, participants may:

Earn industry-recognized certifications
Operate modern equipment, tools, and software
Develop technical, administrative, and leadership skills
Advance into lead worker or clerical roles
Gain experience aligned with post-release employment opportunities

Many participants work in environments that closely resemble private-sector operations, preparing them for employment in manufacturing, technology, logistics, administration, and skilled trades.

Digital Literacy: Essential for Success

In today's job market, digital skills are non-negotiable. Every OCE program integrates digital literacy training to ensure participants are ready for modern workplaces.

This includes:

Microsoft Office Suite: Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, and other essential applications.
Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS): Understanding workforce management and HR processes.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems: Hands-on experience with tools that manage inventory, production, and business operations.

These skills make participants more competitive and confident in navigating technology-driven environments.

More Than the Shop Floor

In addition to hands-on production roles, every OCE operations rely on clerical and administrative positions that support day-to-day business functions. These roles provide critical experience in:

Fiscal and accounting support
Inventory and materials management
Marketing and sales coordination
Data entry, reporting, and scheduling
Customer service and internal communications

These positions offer valuable pathways for participants interested in office, administrative, and business-focused careers, often serving as steppingstones to advanced responsibilities and leadership roles.

Built for Growth & Advancement

OCE programs are voluntary and competitive. Participants apply, interview, and are selected based on readiness and fit. Once accepted, they are encouraged to grow – through cross-training, promotions, and skill expansion, while contributing to real projects that serve communities across Oregon. Each program page provides detailed information about:

Specific program overviews
Available certifications and credentials
Equipment, machines, and tools used
Skills developed within each role

Preparing for What Comes Next

Every OCE program is part of a larger goal: preparing individuals for successful reentry and long-term stability. By combining technical training, professional expectations, and real accountability, OCE helps participants build confidence, work history, and transferable skills that support employment after release.

Explore our program areas below to learn more about how OCE is creating pathways to opportunity – one skill, one role, and one program at a time.