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Manufacturing
Pathways

Build a pathway to your career, prosperity, and success

Manufacturing Builds America

Learn how a manufacturing pathway can lead to a profitable career.

Make a Difference in the Trades 

The world is designed and built by well-trained manufacturing professionals. Professionals in skilled positions such as welding, machining, engineering, and electrical automation make better wages and benefits than many occupations!  

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Explore a career with high-paying potential and work that you love. There are many pathways to get you there.  Some can even get you to work right out of high school!

Why a Manufacturing 
Career 

About 3.5 million positions in manufacturing are expected to become available by 2025, 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
Pathways

Check out our links to learn more about career opportunities in manufacturing and the trades. 

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Students

Find the Right Match Between What You Love and a Promising Career

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Educators

Helping Teachers and Counselors Learn More About Career Opportunities

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Learn About Career Opportunities that Match Your Student's Talents

Parents

Career Fasttrack 

Manufacturing & Trades

Ready to go?

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Here are a few direct links to get you the best resources to match your talents to a manufacturing and the trades career. 

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. 

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