Workforce Development

Welding Competitions

As more workplace veterans retire, the shortage of skilled laborers to replace them is becoming a pressing industry concern. 

One way our industry members are increasing students' enthusiasm for the skilled trades is by hosting welding competitions! Not only are these competitions a fun way for students to show off their skills, but they also encourage students to seek these kinds of potentially lucrative, blue-collar positions--and give them scholarships to train for them.

Resources

Success Stories

Find information about the origin, funding breakdown, sample schedules, and scholarship administration for two successful welding competitions

Sweeten the pot with larger scholarships!

Through the Rex I. Lewis Scholarships and other programs, the AISC Education Foundation funds up to $4,000 in matching scholarships or school program grants in conjunction with annual welding competitions held by AISC full members.

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