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At first, Alejandro Vasquez didn’t even want to be in precision machining. But once he gave it a try, he found something that lit him up—and he never looked back.
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PMA Educational Foundation Scholarship Deadline
OPENS OCTOBER 1, 2025
& CLOSES FEBRUARY 1, 2026
The Precision Metalforming Association Educational Foundation (PMAEF), in cooperation with PMA Districts, is offering scholarships/tooling awards of $500 - $3000 to individuals seeking a career in the metalforming industry. Each award is for one year and will be granted based on academic merit. Applicants may reapply for consideration the following year.
Learn more about Eligibility, Requirements, Selection Process, and Award Procedures at the link!
October 1st, 2025 12:00 AM - January 31st, 2026 11:59 PM
ECC Apprenticeship Expo
Apprenticeships are more than just training programs—they are a proven way to build a reliable talent pipeline, reduce turnover, and upskill your workforce. By combining classroom learning with structured on-the-job training, apprenticeships help employers ensure employees have the exact skills needed to succeed in their industry.
New to Apprenticeships? Join us at the 2025 Apprenticeship Expo to learn more about how apprenticeships can be a powerful tool for the future of your business.
Active Apprenticeship Employer? Host a table during the expo to share information about your training programs with high school students, community members, and job seekers who are eager to get started.
November 20th, 2025 09:00 AM - November 20th, 2025 12:00 PM
1700 Spartan Dr, Elgin, IL 60123 Building E
College, Career & Wellness Fair
West Aurora High School, Batavia High School, and Yorkville High School are pleased to announce a collaborative College, Career & Wellness Fair on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at West Aurora High School.
This annual event has drawn strong student participation from across Kane, Kendall, and DuPage counties, and we are excited to continue that tradition. We would love for your organization to join us in providing students with valuable resources and opportunities that support their college and career readiness.
February 27th, 2026 09:00 AM - February 27th, 2026 11:00 AM
West Aurora High School 1201 W New York St, Aurora, IL 60506
Elk Grove Village
Village of Hoffman Estates
Village of Schaumburg
Burgess-Norton Mfg. Co.
Custom Aluminum Products
Kuriyama of America, Inc.
Suncast
The Diemasters: A Weiss-Aug Group Company
Curi RMB Capital
Mazak Corporation.
Nicor Gas
Old Second Bank
Plastic Recovery Technologies
Swiss Automation
YG-1
Assurance Technologies
Babbitting Service
C&C Power
Industrial Hard Chrome
MTH Pumps/MTH Tool Company, Inc.
TOX® PRESSOTECHNIK
Weldstar