Identify career opportunities
Learn about careers in sheet metal work, manufacturing, machining, engineering, shipbuilding, and related industries.
Understand that there are multiple pathways after high school.
Understand education and training requirements
Differentiate among apprenticeships, trade schools, certifications, military training, and college degrees.
Recognize that many high-demand careers do not require a traditional four-year degree.
Recognize workplace skills
Identify transferable skills such as:
Communication
Teamwork
Problem solving
Mathematics
Technical skills
Attention to detail
5. Develop career awareness
Connect classroom learning to real-world occupations.
Explore industries that may be unfamiliar to students.
6. Practice professional communication
Listen actively to presenters.
Ask questions.
Take notes and summarize information.
7. Reflect on personal interests
Evaluate which careers align with their interests and strengths.
Consider future educational and career goals.
Student Name: ___________________________________
Date: June 30, 2025
What does a Sheet Metal Worker do?
What education or training is required?
☐ High School Diploma
☐ Trade School
☐ Apprenticeship
☐ College Degree
☐ Other: __________________
What skills are important for this career?
☐ Math
☐ Teamwork
☐ Communication
☐ Problem Solving
☐ Working with Tools
☐ Reading Blueprints
One interesting fact I learned:
Would you consider this career? Why or why not?
What technology or equipment is used in this field?
What skills are needed to be successful?
One thing that surprised me:
Interest Level (Circle One):
1 2 3 4 5
What types of careers are available at GDEB?
Which career sounds most interesting to you?
What education or training is required?
What was the coolest thing you learned?
Would you be interested in working on large engineering projects?
☐ Yes
☐ Maybe
☐ No
Why?
What does a machinist or manufacturing technician do?
What machines, tools, or technology are used?
Which skills are important in this field?
☐ Precision
☐ Math
☐ Problem Solving
☐ Technology
☐ Teamwork
☐ Attention to Detail
One thing I learned today:
Interest Level (Circle One):
1 2 3 4 5
What opportunities are available after high school?
What advice was given to students?
What internships, apprenticeships, or training opportunities were discussed?
Most valuable advice I heard today:
☐ Sheet Metal Workers Local 38
☐ SIB
☐ General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB)
☐ Allendale Machinery
☐ Council of Industry
Why?
In 2–3 sentences, explain how today's STEM Careers Event helped you think about your future.
Teacher Initials: ___________________________