MFG U: Applied Engineering
Explore Engineering Careers in Manufacturing
Earn $500 While You Learn About Applied Engineering Careers!
Into engineering? Love to build, tinker, or figure out how things work? Join us for two weeks doing hands-on projects, meeting cool people, and getting a real feel for what a career in engineering could look like.
Here’s what you’ll do:
- Build a working steam engine—yes, really—from scratch.
- Tour local manufacturing companies and see high-tech equipment in action.
- Boost your problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills (super helpful for college and life).
- Take the Advanced Insights profile to learn more about your strengths and what motivates you.
- Get the chance to earn a nationally recognized industry credential (Certified Manufacturing Associate from SME).
- Add an awesome experience to your college and job applications.
If you like hands-on learning and want to explore where applied engineering could take you, this is for you.
Dates: 2027 dates coming in January
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Millersville University
Cost: FREE
Reach out to Cindi Moses, for more information or with any questions.
This program is funded in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development’s Manufacturing Training to Career Grant program.
