DRIVE FOR A TECH GOLF TOURNAMENT SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 PEASE GOLF COURSE LEARN MORE SCHOLARSHIP & INDUSTRY NIGHT DECEMBER 9, 2025 LAKE VIEW ESTATE ON WINNISQUAM LEARN MORE BUILDING OUR WORKFORCE Let’s Work Together! BY ADAM MEMMOLO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR, NHADA As spring begins, the NHADA workforce team is on the move, traveling across New Hampshire to connect with students and highlight exciting automotive career opportunities. From lively career fairs and interactive classroom presentations to immersive field trips at local dealerships and community colleges, we’re engaging students at every stage of their academic journey, inspiring the future of the automotive industry. Spring is a critical time for career exploration. As students wrap up the school year, they’re making key decisions about summer jobs, post-secondary education and their future careers. This pivotal moment presents a valuable opportunity to guide them toward rewarding paths in the automotive industry. At these events, we typically encounter students who fall into three categories: 1. Students who already know their career path (non-automotive related): Even if a student is set on a different field, it’s important for us to still present automotive career options. By doing so, we provide them with additional information they may need if their initial plans change over the summer or later in their career journey. 2. Students who are unsure of their post-graduation plans: For these students, our presentations often ignite curiosity. Those unsure about their future gain the confidence to explore automotive careers — whether by interviewing at a dealership or repair shop or enrolling in a community college auto program. 3. Students who have already committed to automotive careers: These students are eager to jump in, and it’s rewarding to support and encourage their decision. While they’ve chosen their path, summer can bring changes, making it crucial to reinforce their commitment and provide ongoing guidance. There’s nothing more fulfilling than running into a student months later at a local dealership or repair shop, knowing you played a role in their journey. HOW YOU CAN HELP This spring, we’re looking for shops and dealers eager to get involved and connect with students. While we can highlight the exciting opportunities in the automotive industry, nothing is more impactful than hearing directly from industry professionals. By sharing real-world career paths and giving students a glimpse into what their future could look like at your business, you can make a lasting difference. If this sounds like an opportunity that you’d like to be a part of, reach out to me today at amemmolo@nhada.com. You’ll be invited to join us for a school visit in your area. After all, we’ll be all over New Hampshire this spring, working together to help students find fulfilling career paths — and fill the workforce pipeline for the automotive industry. 20
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