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2025 Summer Program

APPLICATION FORM

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​REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR 2025.​

Applications for 2026 will be available in late fall 2025.

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2025 Application Form (Production & Management Institute / Trades Week)

Please complete the following application.

All applications are accepted for review. Eligibility for selection is determined based on several criteria, so the more information you provide, the better we can match qualified candidates. See detailed instructions, terms, conditions, and other information in the "Terms" page of the website. If you need assistance completing this application, please get in touch with your high school CTE Director.

 

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates will be notified within 30 days or as soon as notifications become available. Questions about applications or the application process may be directed to support@manufacturinginstitute.net.

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No program fees are required if applications are received by June 4th.

The first round of applications closes June 5, 2025, or when spaces are filled. Early-bird pricing is available through June 5, 2025. â€‹

Which program do you wish to attend? (Please select ONE program to which you may apply.)
Do you foresee any limitations that might require consideration for asistance or accommodation to facilitate your participation in the program?

AREAS OF INTEREST

The 2025 Manufacturing Institute may have locations and teams specifically dedicated to industry concentrations such as welding, engineering, and business (e.g., marketing and sales). To help us plan, please indicate your level of interest in the following areas. 

General Manufacturing
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested
Welding
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested
Business / Sales
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested
Construction
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested
Engineering
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested
Other Production Area
No Interest/ Unsure Some InterestKind of InterestedSome InterestVery Interested

EXPERIENCE

Please identify your level of experience in the following areas (this helps us in making team assignments):

Experience with Hand Tools
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Experience with Power Tools
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Experience with Large Tools
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Building Projects from Plans
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Reading Blueprints, Plans
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Welding Metals using Mig, Tig, etc.
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Experience in a Wood or Metal Shop
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient
Experience with Engineering or Math Concepts used in Manufacturing
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Used Them OccasionallyI Am Proficient

OTHER EXPERIENCE

Please identify your level of experience in the following areas (this helps us in making team assignments):

Teamwork (working in a team)
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Worked In Them OccasionallyI Work in Teams Regularly
Team Leadership (I lead teams)
No ExperienceHardly Any ExperienceSome ExperienceI've Led Them OccasionallyI Lead Teams Regularly
Verbal Communication
Poor - I don't do wellNot Well - I need help I'm Alright - I can do betterI'm OK at Communicting with Others VerballyI Communicate Well with Others Verbally
Interpersonal Interaction
Poor - I don't engage with others easilyNot Easily - I need help to be a part of the group I'm Alright - I will be a part if others invite meI'm OK at engaging as a part of the teamI usually start the party to make sure the entire team feels a part of the group
Problem Solving
Poor - I get frustrated easily with problemsNot Well - I need help breaking down problemsI'm Alright - I can figure things outI do well bringing people together to figure out tough problemsThe best answers lie within the team. I collaborate with others.
Conflict
Poor - I hate conflict and refuse to deal with it.Not Well - I would rather avoid it than work through it.I'm Alright - I can work through it. I Do OK - I'll deal with it.I recognize that conflict happen in every situation. It's part of the process.

DEMOGRAPHICS

Please identify the following. Data will be used only for informational purposes and will not negatively impact applicant consideration. . (The Program is committed to a diverse opportunity for all participants free from harassment and discrimination based on gender, race, color, national origin, belief, identity, etc.)  

Applicant Gender
Applicant Race/Ethnicity
T-Shirt Size

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