Summary
The FutureTech Careers Program at Muskegon Community College (MCC) is designed to prepare students for roles in the evolving industries of Information Technology and Advanced Manufacturing. Through hands-on learning, industry mentorship, career readiness workshops, and personalized coaching, the program connects students with the skills and opportunities needed to succeed.
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Focus Areas
- Hands-on IT training at the Sturrus Technology Center
- Career readiness support, including resumé-building
- Work-based learning such as potential internships, job shadowing, and more
- Networking events and employer engagement
- Training for high-demand, high-paying careers
Program Priorities
Access: Students can benefit from limited tuition assistance and multiple points of entry, including an introductory IT Basics training starting in September 2025.
Workforce Alignment: Programs span Computer Information Systems and Applied Technology, with pathways such as Networking, IT Security, Software Development, Manufacturing Automation, and a forthcoming Data Science certificate with an AI course.
Career Support: FutureTech provides networking events, career coaching, and job developer support to prepare students for in-demand careers.
Employer Engagement: Local businesses can partner by offering internships, site visits, mentoring, curriculum feedback, career conversations, and hiring FutureTech graduates.
Consortium and Partnerships
- Muskegon Community College: program coordination and training delivery
- Local employers: mentoring, internships, site visits, and potential for hiring graduates
- Industry mentors and job developers: career support and guidance
Career Pathways and Participant Goals
Students in the FutureTech Careers Program can pursue:
- Networking CISCO Certificate
- Networking and IT Security Associate in Applied Science
- Software Development Associate in Applied Science
- Manufacturing Automation Certificate
- New Data Science certificate with an AI course (in development)
- Entry-level IT Basics training (beginning September 2025)
Sustainable Systems Change
FutureTech at MCC supports long-term workforce development by aligning education with employer needs and building strong talent pipelines. Through internships, mentorships, curriculum collaboration, and direct hiring, employers help shape a program that benefits both students and the regional economy.
For More Information
More information about FutureTech at MCC can be obtained by filling out the webpage.