Career Development Programs

The Upper Shore Manufacturing & Business Council helps inform teachers of the needs of local employers through hands-on programs and training.  In addition, work-based learning opportunities for high school students seeking “real world” experience in the manufacturing world prior to graduation are also coordinated through the USMBC.

MEPE – Manufacturing & Education Partnership for Excellence – A formal program that links teachers with Upper Eastern Shore companies and organizations, focusing on job skills and how to relate them to the classroom curriculum.  Each ten-week program consists of teacher visits one evening per week at local manufacturers featuring a company presentation with tour, and dinner.  Programs are scheduled each Spring semester.  Program participation size is limited and is determined via a competitive application process.

Teacher Summer Externships – Teachers are placed with Upper Eastern Shore businesses for a 35-hour work week to gather data on all aspects of the industry to pass on to their students.

Seminars for Educators – Educators and businesses meet to discuss job opportunities and the skills students will be required to possess to fill these positions upon graduation.

Career Days – Students from the five county region visit Chesapeake College and other organizations to learn first-hand from professionals in a variety of career fields.

For more information on these career connections initiatives, contact the USMBC office or call (410) 827-7744.