Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturers

Engage with Ohio’s Future Talent

Providing manufacturers with the tools to
connect, inspire, and build tomorrow's workforce.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturers

Engage with Ohio’s Future Talent

Providing manufacturers with the tools to
connect, inspire, and build tomorrow's workforce.

Engaging the Next Generation: Tools for K-12 Outreach

This collection of outreach and engagement tools were curated by The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA), with contributions from the manufacturers and partners throughout the OMA-Endorsed Industry Sector Partnership Network. They are designed to support effective outreach, helping you engage students in exploring manufacturing career pathways.

We will continue gathering resources from across Ohio that focus on youth engagement in manufacturing careers. If you have tools or practices to share, please email workforce@ohiomfg.com. Together, we can improve and expand upon these shared resources for the entire Ohio manufacturing community.

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Planning

Outreach

Engagement

Planning Tools: Key Opportunities and Best Practices

Knowing when and how to engage students is critical to creating impactful experiences. These planning materials guide you through best practices for outreach and engagement with students of various ages.

In-Demand Jobs Week (May)
Manufacturing Summer Camps (June-August)
Ohio’s Manufacturing Day/Month (October)
Career Ambassador Program

Outreach Tools: Get Students’ Attention

These tools help you connect with students, whether at a career fair, in the classroom, or through a virtual platform. Designed to be engaging and adaptable, they help you introduce manufacturing in a way that resonates with youth.

Presentation Materials for the Classroom or the Manufacturing Facility
Quick Touch Tools for Career Fairs and Events
Social Media and Community Engagement Tools

Engagement Tools: Inspire and Involve Students

After you’ve captured students’ interest, use these activities to deepen their understanding of manufacturing and inspire them to explore future career paths.

Activities for elementary and middle school-aged students
Activities for middle and high school-aged students

Access the Youth Outreach and Engagement Tools

These tools are open access. Click the button below to be taken directly to the OMA Workforce Tools for Manufacturers within MyOMA.

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