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GCAMP In the past five years GCAMP has:

Arranged open houses for area middle and high school students and parents to see advanced manufacturing in action.

The Greater Chicago Advanced Manufacturing Partnership, or GCAMP, is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Charitable Organization with a mission to work toward creating a sustainable manufacturing workforce in the Greater Chicago area. Also sponsored buses of students to attend trade shows like IMTS and FABTECH

Helped Harper Community College redevelop an advanced manufacturing program that now has approximately 350 enrolled, with potential for 1,000+

With workforce brands, collaborated on an innovative manufacturing internship program that has won national and state recognition

Worked with local secondary schools and community colleges to support dual credit/ advanced placement courses to get students on a STEM manufacturing career path.

Waubonsee Community College is hiring experienced industry professionals to teach ONE CLASS PER WEEK!Join them for a 2-h...
10/13/2026

Waubonsee Community College is hiring experienced industry professionals to teach ONE CLASS PER WEEK!

Join them for a 2-hour, no-pressure workshop and discover what teaching as a part-time adjunct instructor is really like. No previous teaching experience required!

If you have a background in any of the following, this event could be for you!: https://calendar.waubonsee.edu/event/teach-for-waubonsee-event-for-industry-professionals

Automation Technology
Automotive Service Technology
CAD
Engineering
HVAC
Industrial Maintenance
Machine Tool Technology
Welding

Employers, if your business/organization/institution offers such post-secondary, non-traditional, career-oriented option...
10/12/2026

Employers, if your business/organization/institution offers such post-secondary, non-traditional, career-oriented options, this Niles Township High School District 219 Career Resource Fair may interest you.

Help current and soon-to-be graduating high school students discover fulfilling careers that can be attained through non-traditional education and training.

Learn more: https://app.schoolinks.com/events/event-schedule/details/Ejq22b

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GCAMP is pleased to promote this job fair organized by TREES. This event aligns with our shared goal of connecting students and job seekers with real manufacturing career opportunities. Any inquiries, including event logistics and registration, should be directed to the hosting organization.

Thank you to our Visionary GCAMP sponsor, Dunham Foundation!GCAMP is a proud recipient of a grant from the Dunham Founda...
10/08/2026

Thank you to our Visionary GCAMP sponsor, Dunham Foundation!

GCAMP is a proud recipient of a grant from the Dunham Foundation. We are incredibly grateful for their support of our mission to introduce young people to promising careers in manufacturing.

Their dedication to investing in education, economic growth, and community is exemplified through their support of both students and manufacturers with GCAMP. Together, we are building the manufacturing workforce of tomorrow, today.

Learn more about the Dunham Foundation here: https://www.dunhamfoundation.org/

Learn more about the Circle of Champions here: https://www.gcamp.org/join-circle-champions

The Three Rivers Education for Employment System (TREES) is looking for community partners to get involved in their 6th ...
10/08/2026

The Three Rivers Education for Employment System (TREES) is looking for community partners to get involved in their 6th Grade Career Discovery Day on Tuesday, November 5th at Joliet Junior College.

They are seeking exhibitors, planners, and sponsors as 6th graders rotate through interactive, hands-on career stations, giving them a chance to explore different careers and see your work in action.

Learn more: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxghoKAhyUvvzVWrBPH26bgdQgoz2jcfvd5PRItAaIQFko5g/viewform

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GCAMP is pleased to promote this job fair organized by TREES. This event aligns with our shared goal of connecting students and job seekers with real manufacturing career opportunities. Any inquiries, including event logistics and registration, should be directed to the hosting organization.

Thank you to our Leader sponsor, TOX Pressotechnik!We are grateful for their support in introducing young people to manu...
10/07/2026

Thank you to our Leader sponsor, TOX Pressotechnik!

We are grateful for their support in introducing young people to manufacturing and building the manufacturing workforce of tomorrow, today.

Learn more about TOX here: https://tox.com/en-us

To join the Circle, visit: https://www.gcamp.org/join-circle-champions

Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship Applications close October 31st! Don't miss this great opportunity to receive funding ...
10/07/2026

Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship Applications close October 31st!

Don't miss this great opportunity to receive funding for a 2 year manufacturing program.

Learn more and apply here: https://mikeroweworks.org/scholarship/

Spread the word to any learners who can benefit!!

Happy Friday! Today we're recognizing some of the mentor Champions who make a great impact on GCAMP's mission.CMIT Solut...
10/02/2026

Happy Friday! Today we're recognizing some of the mentor Champions who make a great impact on GCAMP's mission.

CMIT Solutions, LLC. Kwalyti Tool/Fox Chase Partners, Smith & Richardson Inc, Tomenson Machine Works, Village of Montgomery, IL, and Walmart are helping us build the manufacturing workforce of tomorrow, today. Thank you for your support!

Learn more about the Circle of Champions here: https://www.gcamp.org/join-circle-champions

Happy Manufacturing Month!! 🎉 This month, we’re celebrating the people, ideas, and opportunities that make our industry ...
10/01/2026

Happy Manufacturing Month!! 🎉

This month, we’re celebrating the people, ideas, and opportunities that make our industry strong. Make sure to embrace the culture of manufacturing, share our knowledge, and encourage the next generation to learn more about the industry and the many career opportunities it offers.

Cheers to building the future together!

More pictures from IMTS!!Students enjoyed learning from speakers at from Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Boom Supersonic,...
09/30/2026

More pictures from IMTS!!

Students enjoyed learning from speakers at from Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Boom Supersonic, and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

We're grateful to our volunteer tour leaders whose enthusiasm for the industry helps excite students even more. Thank you to Kevin Clay; Christa Madison; Linda Joynas, College of DuPage Kathy Gilmore, Laura Swarts, and Ray Ziganto, Valley Industrial Association.

It is always a joy to share the industry with students alongside Alejandro Rodriguez, Oswego High School; Cassie Blickem, Valley Education for Employment System, Usha Iype, Edison Middle School, Wheaton, IL; Terry Stroh, EFE Region 110; Todd Stirn, EFE Region 110; Matt Bilen, Central High School, Central School District 301 and Stephen Buchs, Central High School; Catherine Ross at AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

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