Manufacturing, Welding, Construction,
and Transportation Careers

Click the links below (underlined in red) to learn more. 

Manufacturing
Do you like to work hands-on but aren't sure what to do? Are you interested in welding, metal fabrication, machining, or, sheet metal? Visit this page to research a huge list of manufacturing career choices!

Manufacturing Careers Videos

• Welders, Cutters and Solderers 

• Sheetmetal Workers 

• Machinists 

• Drilling and Boring Machining 

• Cutting, Punching and Press Machining 

Manufacturing Organizations

• Map and Locations of CT Manufacturers 

• List of Eastern CT Advanced Manufacturing Alliance Members 

• List of Organizations Sponsoring Apprenticeships  

Informational Manufacturing Resources

• Empowering Women in CT Manufacturing 

• Aerospace in CT 

• Advanced Manufacturing in CT 

• I Got it Made - CT Manufacturing Lookbook 

Manufacturing Training in CT

• EWIB's Manufacturing Pipeline Training - Eastern CT

• Manufacturing Training at CT State Community Colleges 

• Post-secondary Education and Training 

• Community Education Boat Pathway Programs

• Apprenticeship Opportunities in CT  

• New England Tech  

Construction
Carpenters, plumbers, contractors, heavy machinery,  HVAC, pipelaying, and more fall into this career cluster.
You are bound to find a rewarding career in this field!

Construction Careers Videos

• Plumbing 

• Pipefitting

• Ironwork  

• Electrical

• Carpentry  

• Electrician - Women in Construction 

• Opportunities in Construction 

• "No day is the same" in Construction 

• "Why Do You Love Construction?"

Construction Careers Exploration

• Build Connecticut - Careers in Construction 

• Build CT - Explore Skilled Trades 

• Build CT - Apprenticeships by Trade 

• Build Your Future 

• Construction Career Choice Quiz 

• Construction Jobs 

Construction Training in CT

• Apprenticeship Opportunities in CT  

• CT Construction Industries Association 

• New England Tech 

• CDL License 

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Have you ever thought about getting your Commercial Driver's License so you can drive big rigs? Are you interested in autobody or auto repair? Read more here.

Transportation Videos

• Truck Driving 

• Entry Level Jobs 

• Transportation Logistics 

• Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Career Exploration 

Transportation Careers Exploration

• Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Careers 

• Truck Drivers 

• Autobody Repair 

• Automotive Mechanics and Technicians 

• Aircraft Mechanics 

• Careers in Transportation 

• Transportation Cluster Careers 

Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Training in CT

• New England Tech 

Thompson Public Schools is not affiliated with any of the above organizations. All links are for research purposes only.