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Our Upstate Innovators are looking for you...

There are many opportunities available here in the Upstate as you determine if AM&E is the right career path for you. Ready to learn more about the innovators in the Upstate, perhaps even work for them in the future? Find out more about these exciting innovators below!

Graduation Plus

Recognizing that jobs in today’s workforce require more than a high school education, Greenville County Schools is committed to graduating students with a diploma, plus a technical certification and/or college credit. Graduation Plus is a district-wide initiative from pre-K through high school to ensure all students are career and college ready. Learn more

Center for Manufacturing Innovation

The Greenville Technical College Center for Manufacturing Innovation (CMI) provides an engaging environment that gives students the tools needed to succeed in advanced manufacturing careers and employers the skilled workforce required for commercial success. Learn more

The School of Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology at Greenville Technical College provides classes for over 600 credit and non-credit students annually including dual-enrolled high school students. The school offers the Associate in Applied Science Degree and Certificate in Applied Science credentials. Uniquely, the school offers many experiential learning opportunities through internships, apprenticeships and tech scholar programs with local industry, and the aircraft maintenance technology program has a partnership with the SC National Guard. Learn more

BMW Manufacturing

A passion for cars and technology, team spirit and pride in good results – we can offer you all of the above. If this sounds interesting to you, then learn more about the different possibilities for an apprenticeship at BMW Manufacturing. Learn more about BMW’s many different opportunities by following the links below.

Specific Programs

Next Engineers

In 2021, GE launched Next Engineers, a global college- and career-readiness program to increase the diversity of young people in engineering. The goal is to reach more than 14,000 students in four cities globally over the next five years. The program engages students (ages 13 to 18) in hands-on engineering concepts and careers and ultimately awards partial higher education scholarships to pursue engineering degrees. GE is committed to providing the resources that will inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators, wherever their careers take them. Learn more

Programs

Technical Scholars Program

As Forbes magazine’s top Large Employers in America in the automotive industry for 2023, Michelin prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion. This enables us to better serve customers while continuing to compete in an ever-changing global marketplace. We understand that when customers trust in our brand, they not only value the excellence of our products and services, they also believe in Michelin’s dedication to our employees and commitment to our communities. Making meaningful progress requires commitment, engagement, and teamwork over time. Learn more

The Technical Scholars Program selects students to develop hands-on work experience while earning their degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) or Electronics Engineering Technology (EET). Michelin Technical Scholars receive scholarships to cover the cost of tuition, fees and books for the program along with competitive pay and part-time work in a Michelin manufacturing facility. Learn more