The WFEA Morning Update

Manufacturing is strong in NH and offers great, lifelong careers
Manufacturing is strong in NH and offers great, lifelong careers

How large is the manufacturing industry in New Hampshire? What kind of career opportunities are there in manufacturing?

Roy VanGemert Jr, from NHMEP (New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership, provides us with a background and the incredible mission of their organization.

Manufacturing is robust in New Hampshire and helps to match people to lifelong, fulfilling careers. NHMEP also hosts events and educational programs throughout the year.

One such event, a career fair, will happen on Monday, August 18, starting at  4:30 pm and continuing until 7:30 pm. Click this LINK to find out more.

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