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Manufacturing
Pathways
Build a pathway to your career, prosperity, and success
Manufacturing Builds America
Learn how a career in engineering and the trades leads to a profitable career pathway for students.
Careers in the Trades Make a Difference
The world is designed and built by well-trained manufacturing and trades professionals. Manufacturing and trades skills typically deliver better wages and benefits than many non-manufacturing occupations!
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Explore a career with high-paying jobs in manufacturing and the trades. Whether you are looking for a 4-year Engineering track or a credential to get you to work quickly, many pathways are available.
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Why a Manufacturing
Career
In a world where machines become increasingly critical in the world of manufacturing, the metalworking industry needs more qualified CNC professionals.
About 3.5 million positions in manufacturing will be available by 2025 (Deloitte), with only 1.5 million expected to be filled. This exciting career path requires a broad skill set. Math, mechanical design, blueprint reading, and an eye for detail are a few skills that can set you apart.
View Info about
Manufacturing
Career Paths
Check out our links to learn more about career opportunities in manufacturing and the trades.
Students
Find the Right Match Between What You Love and a Promising Career
Discover Pathways that Lead to a Career in Manufacturing
Educators
Helping Teachers and Counselors Learn More About Career Opportunities
Info About the Industry and Available Careers
Learn About Career Opportunities that Match Your Student's Talents
Parents
Help Your Kids Find a Successful Career
Find Your Pathway to the Best Career
There are many options and pathways to get you to your career.
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Your first step is to decide what you want to do. You can identify one or more pathways to get from where you are to where you want to go.
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This site will...
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Introduce you to available career paths​
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Identify education and training pathways
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Guide you to career prep resources​
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Welcome to Pathways
Watch a brief intro about the Career Pathways website and what it's all about.
Meet Dr. Wade Larson and hear his story about recognizing the value of multiple pathways to find and prepare for the career that's right for you.
Thanks to Our Manufacturing Partners
The following partners are commited to your successful career in manufacturing & the trades. Click on their icons to learn more about their company and opportunities.
Diamond Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Krumble Foundation
Bronze Sponsors
