Welcome to our blog! Our aim is to keep you informed and encouraged about building the manufacturing workforce along in the greater Chicago area.
- Sign up for our newsletter to receive all the latest news sent directly to your inbox.
![](/sites/default/files/2025-01/for_blog_website.jpg)
Launching a High School Internship Program
At the Workforce Strategies Forum on December 5th, 2024, GCAMP and VALEES dispelled common myths surrounding the hiring of 16- and 17-year-olds to help manufacturers launch their high school internship programs.
![](/sites/default/files/2024-12/110mfgtour3.jpg)
Celebrating Manufacturing Month
Northern Kane County Region 110’s Industry Tours Inspire Students
![](/sites/default/files/2024-10/imts24_0.png)
IMTS 2024
Central 301 Engineering Students Experience the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS)
![](/sites/default/files/resized%20IP.png)
Illinois Manufacturing Trends & What They Mean to You
What is happening with manufacturing in Illinois in 2024, and how can those trends impact your future?
![](/sites/default/files/2024-08/img_8082_1_resized.png)
GCAMP Hosts Summer Manufacturing Tours
For the second year in a row, GCAMP hosted Summer Manufacturing Tours for Chicago area students.
![](/sites/default/files/2024-06/weger_grant_students.jpg)
GCAMP Grant Funds Robotic Arm
A grant from GCAMP provided this Hampshire High School Robotics class with the opportunity to build their own industrial robotic arm.
![](/sites/default/files/2023-12/img_5920sm_1.png)
The Importance of Conducting Tours
Find out how tours benefit students and manufacturers!
![](/sites/default/files/2023-08/gary_skoog2.png)
GCAMP Remembers Gary Skoog
We honor the life and legacy of one of GCAMP's founders, Gary Skoog.
![](/sites/default/files/2023-07/amsted_automotive_summer_mfg_tour_1_blog.jpg)
Are You Tour Ready? Part 2
Compiling our manufacturer friends’ thoughts, we’ve compiled another checklist for you to use as guidance as you strive to perfect your tour.