PA Build My Future is an opportunity designed to immerse students in the vast world of skilled trades, construction, and technology careers. This annual event, held at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, PA. This event brings together high school students, educators, industry professionals, and employers to inspire the next generation of skilled workers.
One of the event's key draws is the interactive format. Instead of just listening to presentations or viewing static exhibits, students are encouraged to actively engage with professionals and tools of the trade. Stations are set up where participants can learn by doing—and the Concrete Science Technology program provided just that.
Several stations were set up including a concrete overlay station, a concrete staining station, and the molding of a concrete bench station. These experiences gave students a practical taste of the skills they’d need in the concrete field.
Another highlight of the event is the opportunity for students to network with industry professionals. Employers and educators from across Pennsylvania participated, providing students with valuable information on apprenticeships, technical education programs, and employment prospects. This interaction can spark career connections that go beyond the classroom and provide clear pathways for future employment or technical schooling.
Member companies participating in this event included Centre Concrete and Glossner Concrete.
In a society where technical skills are often undervalued, this event flips the narrative, encouraging students to pursue careers that are essential to the economy’s infrastructure. Whether students are interested in the concrete industry, building homes, repairing machines, or wiring entire buildings, the Build My Future event opens their eyes to these possibilities. It’s not just about building projects—it’s about building futures.