Events

On the GCAMP Calendar of Events you will find:

  • Career/Job Fairs – These are hiring events, often held in anticipation of an upcoming high school or community college graduation, meant to help graduating students find jobs.   Manufacturers - find your next employees here!
  • Career Expos - (also sometimes called Showcases or Trades Fairs) These events are slightly different from job fairs.   They are geared towards younger students to encourage them to pursue a career in industry.   The students at these events are not seeking jobs yet, but they are looking for information about possibly pursuing careers in industry.   Manufacturers are invited to these events to introduce the next generation to the field of manufacturing. 
  • Mock Interviews -These events are for students to learn interviewing skills.  Industry professionals are needed to help conduct the mock interviews, and employers sometimes find potential real-life hires at mock interviews.
  • Advisory Meetings – These meetings allow industry experts an opportunity to give their input on how educators can refine their programs for current trends and technology.  These are great events to connect industry with education.
  • Competition Judge Requests – Student skills competitions are great ways for members of industry to meet skilled students and educators.  Plus, they are often a fun way for those in industry to volunteer their time and give back to the community. 
  • Awards & Scholarships - Awards refer to contests or competitions for people, frequently students, in manufacturing.  Scholarships on our page are for students to help fund their education beyond high school.   See the scholarship descriptions for more details. 

Do you have an upcoming event that you would like us to add to the GCAMP Events calendar?  Tell us about it! 

Upcoming Events

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High School Manufacturing Breakfast

Manufacturing Breakfast

Technology Center of Dupage

301 S Swift Rd. Addison, IL 60101

November 8 | 7:30am

 

GCAMP & DAOES invite Manufacturers and Community Members to a Manufacturing Breakfast at Technology Center of DuPage.

Show your support for the future of manufacturing education by joining us for a relaunch of the Manufacturing, CNC & Machining Technology program at TCD! Enjoy breakfast, a tour, and a presentation of the program’s updates and improvements. Please register using the link below to attend.

 

TCD serves students from:

 

  • Hinsdale Township High School District 86
  • Glenbard Township High School District 87
  • DuPage High School District 88
  • Community High School District 94
  • Community High School District 99
  • Fenton Community High School District 100
  • Lake Park Community High School District 108
  • Wheaton Warrenville CUSD District 200
  • Westmont CUSD 201
  • Lisle CUSD 202
  • Naperville CUSD 203
  • Lyons Township H.S. District 204
  • Indian Prairie School District 204
  • Elmhurst CUSD 205

November 8th, 2024 07:30 AM - November 8th, 2024 09:00 AM

Technology Center of Dupage 301 S Swift Rd. Addison, IL 60101

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MacArthur Middle School Career Fair

Please consider participating in the first ever career fair at MacArthur Middle School.   

Come to represent your career field and enlighten students on opportunities within your chosen field so that they might choose to pursue the same in the future

 

Meet with students during the school day: 1-3 PM

Meet with the students and families in the evening: 4:30-6:30 PM

 

For more information, please contact Mrs. Alvaro, MacArthur School Counselor, salvaro@d23.org

November 20th, 2024 01:00 PM - November 20th, 2024 03:00 PM

MacArthur Middle School, 710 N Schoenbeck Rd, Prospect Heights, IL

Waubonsee Community College

Waubonsee Community College Advisory Committee meeting

The Business, Technology, and Workforce Education Division at Waubonsee Community College cordially invites you to attend an Advisory Committee meeting in support of the certificate and degree programs in the Computer-Aided Design and Drafting and Machine Tool Technology Programs.  

 Date:             Wednesday 11/20

Time:             4 - 5:15 p.m.
Location:      Waubonsee Community College 
                       Route 47 @ Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL 
                       Akerlow Hall--Room 202 (Use the North Entrance)

REGISTRATON LINK: Click here

We are seeking your input regarding best practices in the field, equipment and technology needs for the program, and the skills and/or credentials you are seeking in employment candidates. Your feedback is critical for the success of our students. 

 Please consider joining us or sending a representative from your organization.  Visit our website for more details about these programs:

Computer-Aided Design and Drafting

Machine Tool Technology

Please register by 11/18 by clicking here and you will receive a confirmation email. Or you may contact agaspar@waubonsee.edu to register. 

 

Thank you! 

Donna Mikrut, Instructor of Manufacturing Technology

Randy Hines, Associate Professor of Computer Aided Design and Drafting

Alyson Gaspar, Ed.D. (she/her)

Career and Technical Education Services Manager

agaspar@waubonsee.edu

630-466-2846

November 20th, 2024 04:00 PM - November 20th, 2024 05:15 PM

Waubonsee Community College, Route 47 @ Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, Akerlow Hall--Room 202 (Use the North Entrance)

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GCAMP & VALEEES Present: Launching a High School Internship Program

Think that labor laws or insurance regulations prevent you from having a high school intern??   Think again! 

 

Join VALEEES, GCAMP, and our panel of experts as we dispel the myths surrounding hiring 16 and 17 year olds and set you on the path towards launching your company's own high school internship program.   

 

FEATURED PANELISTS:

  • Fidel Arroyo, Jr. - US Dept of Labor, Chicago District Office
  • Margaret Decker - Illinois Dept of Labor
  • Steven A. Migala - Lavelle Law
  • & Experts from the insurance industry

 

Questions?   Contact Cassie Blickem, cblicken@waubonsee.edu or Dawn Curran, dcurran@gcamp.org

 

December 5th, 2024 08:30 AM - December 5th, 2024 10:30 AM

Valley Industrial Association, 2000 S. Batavia Ave, Geneva, IL

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West Aurora

College, Career & Wellness Fair

West Aurora High School, Batavia High School, West Chicago High School, and Yorkville High School are excited to announce that we are partnering to host a College, Career & Wellness Fair on Friday, February 28, 2025, from 9:00-11:00 am at West Aurora High School. In the past, this event has attracted many students from the Tri-County area-Kane, Kendall, and DuPage. It is our hope that you will be able to participate as a  business partner and represent your organization.  With your participation, students will be able to receive great information to become college and career ready!  To register, please click on the link:  https://bit.ly/CCWF2025participantregistration

 

 

Sincerely,

 

Katie Johnson

Career Development Coordinator

West Aurora High School

February 28th, 2025 09:00 AM - February 28th, 2025 11:00 AM

West Aurora High School

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Past Events

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Family Manufacturing Fair

We’re excited to share that the DuPage Area Occupational Education System, in partnership with the College of DuPage, is hosting a manufacturing fair on October 24th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Technology Center of DuPage!Manufacturers: This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your role in the industry and engage with the community. Each participant will be provided with a table to showcase the diverse opportunities within manufacturing. Regardless of your role, we encourage you to attend and share your expertise, as well as demonstrate potential career paths. If you’re unable to staff the event, you’re welcome to send materials and display items for us to use. Families and Community Members: Come explore the exciting world of manufacturing! Enjoy hands-on activities, learn about career paths, and interact with industry professionals. Don’t miss this chance to discover new opportunities and see what the industry has to offer! Contact Holly Camerano for more information at hollyc@daoes.org

October 24th, 2024 06:00 PM - October 24th, 2024 08:00 PM

Technology Center of DuPage

Waubonsie Valley High School

Waubonsie Valley High School Career Connections Program

Waubonsie Valley High School would like to cordially invite you to participate in our Career Connections Program designed to help students explore future career and educational choices. Our Career Fair is back this year and we could not be more excited for our students to participate in this great event. Our Career Fair will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, with arrival at 8:30 am. This day serves as a wonderful opportunity for our students to gain insights regarding potential careers and the preparation necessary to pursue their post-secondary plans. Professionals are invited to host a booth in our field house where students will rotate through during our five lunch periods from 9:18-1:33. All freshmen will attend the fair the first half of each lunch period, and upperclassmen will have the opportunity to participate throughout all lunch periods or by attending the fair with a class. Continental Breakfast, starting at 8:30 am, and boxed lunches are provided to all fair attendees. You may visit our website at https://sites.google.com/ipsd.org/wvhscareerconnections/home to view program details and register for the event. We truly feel that your real world experiences will help motivate students to continue exploring the vast opportunities they have available upon completion of their education at Waubonsie Valley High School. Please feel free to share this invitation with others in your network! We thank you in advance for sharing your valuable time and insight with our students. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Warm regards, Career Fair Co-Coordinators Alison Heuer                          alison_heuer@ipsd.org                     630-375-3545Laura McAran                        laura_mcaran@ipsd.org                   630-375-3355Molly Owles                           molly_owles@ipsd.org                      630-375-3577Chris Skrzypchak                   c_skrzypchak@ipsd.org                    630-375-3300 x55782Ryan Vankampen                  ryan_vankampen@ipsd.org             630-375-3315Jen Maginity                           jennifer_maginity@ipsd.org             630-375-3357Keely Hanley-Anshel             keely_hanleyanshel@ipsd.org          630-375-3340 

October 24th, 2024 08:30 AM - October 24th, 2024 01:33 PM

Field House, Waubonsie Valley High School, 2590 Ogden Ave, Aurora, IL 60504

Career Motivate

Career Motive-8

We are excited about the opportunity to once again collaborate with local businesses like yours to inspire students in their career exploration journeys. Career Motive-8 aims to provide a dynamic platform where students can engage directly with professionals from various career pathways.As a respected organization in our community, your participation would greatly enrich the experience for our students. We invite your business to host a table at the event, showcasing the diverse opportunities within your field and offering hands-on learning experiences.  Event Details:Date: Friday, October 18, 2024Time: 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Set-up available on Thursday, October 17, evening)Location: Naperville Yard, 1601 Legacy Cir, Naperville, IL 60563Please consider filling out our volunteer form HERE to confirm your participation. Should you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to contact Jacque Clermont at jclermont@naperville203.org or (630) 420-6815.Thank you once again for your support in helping shape our students' future careers. We look forward to the possibility of collaborating with you again at Career Motive-8.Career Motive-8 Resources:FAQ document for the eventCareer Motive-8 VideoNaperville 203 College & Career Curriculum 

October 18th, 2024 08:30 AM - October 18th, 2024 02:30 PM

Naperville Yard, 1601 Legacy Cir, Naperville, IL 60563

Barrington High School

Barrington High School Career Expo

Barrington High School is thrilled to announce our second annual Career Expo! This year, we're excited to expand the event into our largest space yet, the main gymnasium, to accommodate even more opportunities for our students.Scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 10:15 AM to 2:15 PM (lunch will be provided), this expo will offer students in grades 8-12 the chance to explore various career pathways, engage with industry experts, and gain insights into the skills required for their future careers.We would be honored to have you join us for this event and share information about the opportunities your organization provides. If you're available to participate, please complete this RSVP form at your earliest convenience.  We look forward to your response and are happy to answer any questions you may have. On behalf of Barrington High School and our students, thank you in advance for your support and involvement. Best regards,  Marie MirabellaCareer AdvisorBarrington High School 

October 16th, 2024 10:15 AM - October 16th, 2024 02:15 PM

Barrington High School, Main Gymnasium, 616 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010

GCAMP Bags

GCAMP Bags Tournament

Don't miss the coolest Bags Tournament ever!!  BEER | BAGS | BINGOThe GCAMP Bags Tournament REGISTER TODAY!

September 30th, 2024 03:30 PM - September 30th, 2024 07:30 PM

Mikerphone Brewing, 121 Garlisch Dr, Elk Grove Village