Colorado Students + Manufacturers = A Future of Possibility
What's So Cool About Manufacturing Comes to Colorado
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Manufacturer’s Edge is excited to announce that Colorado is officially part of the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® (WSCM) program!
This national career awareness initiative gives middle school students the chance to discover the exciting world of manufacturing through a unique video contest. Student teams will partner with local manufacturers to:
- Visit facilities and meet employees
- Capture real stories and images of modern manufacturing
- Share their work with peers, parents, and the community through short videos
The contest culminates in an online public vote and an Awards Event, celebrating creativity, innovation, and the future of manufacturing.
Why It Matters
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By 2030, 2 million U.S. manufacturing jobs could go unfilled due to the skills gap
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Manufacturing contributes $2.87 trillion annually to the U.S. economy
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Manufacturing employees earn 13.4% more than the average worker
Colorado manufacturers now have the opportunity to be part of this inspiring initiative.
If your company is interested in participating, please fill out our interest form.
Our 2026 Schools and Manufacturers
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By sponsoring, you’ll showcase your commitment to building the state’s manufacturing workforce, gain visibility among students, educators, and industry leaders, and play a vital role in inspiring the next generation of makers.
