April is National Welding Month, and to celebrate, we’re highlighting the hard work and importance of welders across our nation. An art, a skill, a trade, and a livelihood, welding is crucial to our society. Our welders have worked hard to learn their skill, gain the certifications, and build our country’s roads, buildings, and industries.
The American economy depends on welding, and with an estimated job growth rate of 8 – 9% by the U.S. Department of Labor, the industry is full of potential and opportunities. To celebrate National Welding Month, we are showcasing welding at its finest and aiming to inspire the next generation of welders into this future-forward industry.
Welding Job Possibilities
Welding is what has kept our world together since the industrial age. It is why trains run, why large ships sail, why bridges stand, and why buildings soar into the sky. None of this is possible without welding, which is why the career is both so rewarding and so lucrative. From underwater welders to plastic welding, the range of opportunities is vast, and skilled welders are always needed.
With welders in high demand, it is estimated that there is a need for 200,000 skilled welders. Inspiring the next generation of welders and helping them complete their education and training is what National Welding Month is all about.
The Future of Plastic Welding
Plastics are an innovative material, especially when used in construction and design. They provide strength and flexibility in places where more traditional materials simply couldn’t compare, and like other metals and materials, plastic also needs a welder’s hands. The plastic welding market is expected to double in value by 2025, making now the perfect opportunity to start your journey into a rewarding and lucrative career.
Celebrate National Welding Month with Assembly Supplies Welding Scholarship
The best way to celebrate National Welding Month in April is to applaud the hard work welders have done for our country and to help inspire new generations going forward. That is why we here at Assembly Supplies offer an annual $500 scholarship to students who are working to become an engineer or welders.
All you need is to be enrolled or about to start a welding program at a trade school, community college, or university.
To win the Welding Scholarship, you need to write and submit a 500-word essay that answers one of these three questions.
- What are the skills most important for a welder, and why?
- How has Process Heating Changed the Industrial World?
- What are the four types of welding, and which is best and why?
Your essay will be judged by a panel of industry specialists, and the winner will receive $500 and have their essay published on the Heatgun Blog.
This is a great opportunity to kickstart your career, help with your education costs, and, of course, get your name out into your future industry.
The welding industry is always in need, and now is the time to be a part of this amazing field and to make a positive impact. We are here to support you and other future welders in becoming the next generation who builds our cities ensure our infrastructures are safe and creates industry growth – all while helping humanity reach new heights.