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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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13 skilled trades Events Found
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Virtual Webinar
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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From TikTok to Toolbelt: Preparing Gen Z for Work
Dubbed the 'toolbelt generation,' over half of Gen Z respondents in a recent survey say they are considering a skilled trade career--up 12% from last year. Schools are now working to modernize career preparation to meet the moment, including by tapping immersive technology to expose students to in-demand skilled trades. This panel brings together tech, career prep and school leaders to discuss how we can harness tech to engage students in learning while preparing them to successfully meet workforce demands.
Austin Marriott Downtown - Waller Ballroom C
Free
3/12/26
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Mar
12
From TikTok to Toolbelt: Preparing Gen Z for Work
Dubbed the 'toolbelt generation,' over half of Gen Z respondents in a recent survey say they are considering a skilled trade career--up 12% from last year. Schools are now working to modernize career preparation to meet the moment, including by tapping immersive technology to expose students to in-demand skilled trades. This panel brings together tech, career prep and school leaders to discuss how we can harness tech to engage students in learning while preparing them to successfully meet workforce demands.
Free
In-Person
Mar 12, 5:00 PM ET
Career Preparation
Skilled Trades
Workforce Development
Educational Technology
Career And Technical Education
Immersive Technology
Gen Z
Panel Discussion
02-08-2026
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Online
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Ignite middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Webinar focused on igniting middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Virtual Event
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Webinar focused on igniting middle schoolers' interest in skilled trades with hands-on learning and real-world projects that build future-ready skills. Content provided by Project Lead The Way.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Middle school webinar exploring how hands-on learning in skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences. Covers bringing skilled trades concepts into instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting student strengths with future-ready pathways. Includes professional development certificate for attendees who participate for 53+ minutes.
Virtual
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
Middle school webinar exploring how hands-on learning in skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences. Covers bringing skilled trades concepts into instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting student strengths with future-ready pathways. Includes professional development certificate for attendees who participate for 53+ minutes.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
This webinar explores how hands-on, minds-on learning in the skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences in middle school. Topics include bringing skilled trades concepts into everyday instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting students' strengths with new possibilities through early, empowering conversations about future-ready pathways. Certificates of Completion are available to registered live attendees who attend 53 minutes or more.
Virtual Webinar
Free
3/12/26
URL Copied Successfully
Mar
12
Building for the Future: Igniting Middle Schoolers' Interest in Skilled Trades & Future-Ready Skills
This webinar explores how hands-on, minds-on learning in the skilled trades can expand access to meaningful CTE experiences in middle school. Topics include bringing skilled trades concepts into everyday instruction, helping students explore transferable and technical skills, and connecting students' strengths with new possibilities through early, empowering conversations about future-ready pathways. Certificates of Completion are available to registered live attendees who attend 53 minutes or more.
Free
Virtual
Mar 12, 7:00 PM ET
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Newport News Shipbuilding Mobile Experience and RCC Career Pathways at Glenns
Tour the NN Shipbuilding Mobile Experience trailer for hands-on activities showcasing careers then head into RCC for tours and demos in healthcare and skilled trades. Open to high school students, RCC students, and community members.
Glenns Campus
Free
3/17/26
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Mar
17
Newport News Shipbuilding Mobile Experience and RCC Career Pathways at Glenns
Tour the NN Shipbuilding Mobile Experience trailer for hands-on activities showcasing careers then head into RCC for tours and demos in healthcare and skilled trades. Open to high school students, RCC students, and community members.
Free
In-Person
Mar 17, 6:00 PM ET
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MMC - Augusta Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Celebration marking the launch of new Combination Welding, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, and Electrical programs. Event features guest speakers, campus tours, program demonstrations, networking opportunities, and food while supplies last.
Miller-Motte College Augusta Campus
Free
3/20/26
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Mar
20
MMC - Augusta Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Celebration marking the launch of new Combination Welding, HVAC & Basic Refrigeration, and Electrical programs. Event features guest speakers, campus tours, program demonstrations, networking opportunities, and food while supplies last.
Free
In-Person
Mar 20, 4:00 PM ET
Engineering
Trades
Welding
Hvac
Electrical
Workforce Development
Career Training
Technical Education
Skilled Trades
Campus Tours
Program Launch
02-12-2026
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HVAC - Heating, Air Conditioning Program
HVAC training program from April 7 to July 23, 2026. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Fayetteville Technical Community College
TBA
4/7/26
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Apr
7
HVAC - Heating, Air Conditioning Program
HVAC training program from April 7 to July 23, 2026. Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
TBA
In-Person
Apr 7, 11:00 PM ET
Sourced:
https://faytechcc.edu/academics
01-17-2026
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Madison College Career Discovery Youth Camps
Career exploration camps for grades 3-12 featuring hands-on experiences in technology, skilled trades, arts, science, and more. Immersive, real-world experiences to encourage exploration of interests and potential career paths. Led by experienced instructors in youth-friendly learning spaces. Focus on collaboration, problem-solving, and building practical skills and confidence.
Madison College
Free
6/15/26
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Jun
15
Madison College Career Discovery Youth Camps
Career exploration camps for grades 3-12 featuring hands-on experiences in technology, skilled trades, arts, science, and more. Immersive, real-world experiences to encourage exploration of interests and potential career paths. Led by experienced instructors in youth-friendly learning spaces. Focus on collaboration, problem-solving, and building practical skills and confidence.
Free
In-Person
Jun 15, 2026
01-19-2026
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KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding
Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. 3 sessions running Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Please bring a water bottle. Room 014. Course number: CLYO-5005, ID: 158089. 1.44 CEUs.
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
$250.30 - Tuitio...
$250.30 - Tuition fee
6/22/26
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Jun
22
KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding
Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. 3 sessions running Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Please bring a water bottle. Room 014. Course number: CLYO-5005, ID: 158089. 1.44 CEUs.
$250.30 - Tuitio...
$250.30 - Tuition fee
In-Person
Jun 22, 1:00 PM ET
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KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding
Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. Course runs 3 sessions weekly (Mon, Tue, Wed) from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, June 22-24, 2026. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts are required. Please bring a water bottle. CEUs: 1.44.
Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa
$250.30 - Tuitio...
$250.30 - Tuition fee
6/22/26
URL Copied Successfully
Jun
22
KICK Careers: Intro to CNC Machining and Welding
Teens ages 12-16 will explore the world of machining and fabrication as they learn the basics of CNC machining and welding. Gain insight into the skills and safety practices used in today's advanced manufacturing careers. During the final session, you will combine your new skills to build a project to take home, showcasing your introduction to fabrication. This is an excellent hands-on opportunity for teens interested in exploring future pathways in skilled trades and technology. Course runs 3 sessions weekly (Mon, Tue, Wed) from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, June 22-24, 2026. Students should wear leather shoes, long pants and long-sleeved shirts are required. Please bring a water bottle. CEUs: 1.44.
$250.30 - Tuitio...
$250.30 - Tuition fee
In-Person
Jun 22, 2:00 PM ET
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Career and Tech Ed Camp
Registration opens March 1, 2026. For ages 13-18. A hands-on camp introducing youth to high-demand skilled trade careers including carpentry, electricity, welding, small engines and others. Features professionals in skilled trade careers highlighting well-paying, in-demand jobs that don't require a four-year college degree. Camps begin with check-in at 4 p.m. Central time and end at 11 a.m. Central time. 4-H membership not required. Scholarships available for income eligible families.
Virtual
$375.00 - $375 t...
$375.00 - $375 total cost with $50 nonrefundable deposit required at registration, remaining balance due two weeks before camp
7/26/26
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Jul
26
Career and Tech Ed Camp
Registration opens March 1, 2026. For ages 13-18. A hands-on camp introducing youth to high-demand skilled trade careers including carpentry, electricity, welding, small engines and others. Features professionals in skilled trade careers highlighting well-paying, in-demand jobs that don't require a four-year college degree. Camps begin with check-in at 4 p.m. Central time and end at 11 a.m. Central time. 4-H membership not required. Scholarships available for income eligible families.
$375.00 - $375 t...
$375.00 - $375 total cost with $50 nonrefundable deposit required at registration, remaining balance due two weeks before camp
In-Person
Jul 26, 10:00 PM ET
Career Exploration
Skilled Trades
Technology Education
Engineering
Hands-On Learning
Vocational Training
Carpentry
Electricity
Welding
Youth Development
02-10-2026
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