inWaco Construction & Manufacturing Careers Showcase
Thursday, October 1 | Texas State Technical College | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The inWaco Construction & Manufacturing Careers Showcase connects industry employers and higher education partners with local high school juniors and seniors exploring careers in construction, manufacturing, and the skilled trades. Students will discover career pathways, learn about training and educational opportunities, develop an understanding of essential workplace skills, and engage directly with local employers and industry professionals.
Event Components
Career Pathways Exploration
Higher Education Partners
Employment Connections
Interview Preparedness
Featured Career Fields
Construction Management
HVAC
Plumbing
Advanced Manufacturing
Agenda
8:30-9:00 a.m.
Registration
9:00-9:30 a.m.
Welcome | Agenda Overview | Safety Review
9:40-11:10 a.m.
Construction Technologies Building & Industrial Technologies Building | Morning Career Pathway Rotations
- Building Construction | Electrical Construction | HVAC | Plumbing
- Precision Machining | Industrial Maintenance | Robotics & Industrial Controls | Welding
11:10-12:20 p.m.
Lunch | Industry Partner Booths | Industry Partner and Student Table Discussions
12:00-12:30 p.m. | Groups Switch Buildings
12:30-2:00 p.m.
Construction Technologies Building & Industrial Technologies Building | Afternoon Career Pathway Rotations
- Building Construction | Electrical Construction | HVAC | Plumbing
- Precision Machining | Industrial Maintenance | Robotics & Industrial Controls | Welding
2:00 p.m. | Load Buses and Departure
Exhibitor Space
An exhibitor booth at the inWaco Construction & Manufacturing Careers Showcase provides a unique opportunity to connect directly with local high school juniors and seniors who are exploring careers in construction, manufacturing, and the skilled trades. Whether you're looking to build your future workforce, recruit emerging talent, promote training opportunities, or showcase your organization's role in the industry, you'll have the chance to engage with students, educators, and workforce partners from across the Greater Waco region.
Details
- Booths will include one table and two chairs.
- Table dimensions: 60" x 19"
- Electricity will not be provided.
Exhibitor Pricing
- Waco Chamber Member Booth: $150
- Non-Member Booth: $250
2026 Confirmed Exhibitors
Presenting Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
4Brothers Construction | Forgent | Lonestar Truck Group - Waco | Packaging Corporation of America Full Line | Ready Cable, Inc.