SkillsUSA

Students: [Welcome Video here]

Why would students want to join SkillsUSA?

Why would parents want their child involved in SkillsUSA? (Check out this link: https://www.skillsusa.org/get-involved/parents/)

Participate in meaningful career exploration.
Be part of a high-quality peer group.
Take advantage of internship, mentorship and employment opportunities,
Learn useful skills to be self-sufficient and self-supporting.
Discover opportunities for scholarships, grants or prizes.
Avoid unnecessary student loan debt.
Become a more highly engaged student and citizen.
Made education and career choices that are validated by industry.
Develop career readiness skills like effective communication, teamwork and problem solving.

Why would an employer want to become involved in SkillsUSA?

Build a pipeline of talented entry-level workers for their company and industry.
Hire students who have learned personal, workplace and technical skills.
Recruit employees who have already earned industry or workplace credentials.
Retain these skilled employees, saving time and ensuring greater profitability.
Build connections with students who are the talent pipeline of the future.
Build brand loyalty among students who are their future customers or employees.
Create entrepreneurial connections with students.
Network with others within their industry.
Provide internships, mentorship opportunities or apprenticeships.
Create community networks and build positive public relations for their company.

The SkillsUSA mission is built upon — and its success depends on —the commitment of our members and partners to the following values:

SkillsUSA produces the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success.