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Manufacturing is all about making things - cars, furniture, food products, tools, and more. It’s one of Michigan’s biggest industries and offers good-paying jobs in areas like robotics, welding, design and machine operation. Manufacturers in West Michigan are looking for the next generation to help build the future. Whether you like working with your hands or using technology to solve problems, there’s a place for you in manufacturing.

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MiCareerQuest 2026

Description

MiCareerQuest offers West Michigan middle and high school students the opportunity to learn about careers in our region's high-demand industries through interactive experiences with local employers.

MiCareerQuest provides an opportunity for employers to showcase their industries and for educational institutions to highlight degree and certificate programs to West Michigan's future workforce. 

Employers within six industries - advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, construction, health sciences, hospitality, and information technology - work together to create hands-on exhibits that introduce students to the wealth of careers within their industry.

Registration

https://www.micareerquest.org/for-educators-parents

Date & Time

May 20, 2026 8:30 AM – 1:45 PM EDT

Location

DeVos Place - 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Please contact Paul Sischo at psischo@westmiworks.org to request changes to this event page.

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