Employers are looking for workers equipped with the skills necessary to advance industrial projects. Early education is a key element in engineering and manufacturing career awareness. Students need math, science and technology skills to compete in today's manufacturing world. Unfortunately, many youth today have little knowledge of engineering or manufacturing as a career option. Many parents, teachers and educators lack exposure and understanding of the highly technical manufacturing world.
TEAM includes educational outreach programs for both teachers and students.
TEAM focuses on the educational needs at all levels of schooling. This program, started in 1996 for high school teachers who teach science, math, and technology, provide engineering externships and curriculum development based on real-world experiences. The program includes a stipend for qualified teachers. This program focuses on content and skill development for high school students in math, science and technology. Students are paid while they learn in the three-week program.