As you continue your career exploration, we encourage you to check out even more information available at these organizations!
Lancaster County has the EDGE. Edge Factor equips communities with workforce and career development solutions, inspiring people to explore, prepare and connect on their Career Journey.
Resources if you are considering a career in manufacturing
ENGINE of Central PA, Empowering Next Generation of Innovators and Entrepreneurs, is a collaborative network elevating and cultivating cross-sector partnerships. Our network builds a community of lifelong learners that promotes equitable access to meaningful, transdisciplinary experiences. We strive to empower youth living and working in our region to be innovative problem-solvers, ready to succeed in careers of tomorrow.
About 66,000 Pennsylvanians make their livelihood in forestry, logging and manufacturing lumber, paper and secondary wood products such as veneer, flooring, furniture, cabinetry and other secondary wood products. This accounts for about 10% of the manufacturing jobs in Pennsylvania.
These annual video contests excite students across Pennsylvania to explore cool manufacturing careers and produce profiles of companies.
The York Builders Association introduced the WorkforceNOW brand to shine a light on the endless opportunities for rewarding and lucrative careers in the trades. We plan to partner with others in the community to build systems that will make it easier for school districts and local businesses to establish programs for recruiting and training the future workforce. Furthermore, WorkforceNOW is committed to inspiring and empowering students, teachers, and parents to learn about the limitless opportunities for individuals to build fulfilling careers that don’t require a lifetime of debt.
YCAL’s goal is to help you become successful lifelong learners and to help you make informed career decisions.