Valley City Explorers Program Overview
Opportunities for Internships, Jobs, and Scholarships
Valley City Explorers Program Overview
Opportunities for Internships, Jobs, and Scholarships
The Valley City Explorers program gives high school juniors and seniors a clear path into modern manufacturing. In 12 hands-on sessions, you’ll visit real facilities, learn job-ready skills, and connect with employers in the Valley City Industrial Park—Welser Profile, TWB Company, Three D Metals, and Northlake Steel.
Valley City Explorers, Post 2332, is part of Scouting America’s Exploring program. It’s all about helping high school students get real-world, career-focused experiences with local businesses. Along the way, you’ll build leadership skills, and learn in a safe environment.
Who It’s For
Motivated juniors and seniors from Buckeye HS, Brunswick HS, Medina HS, Medina County Career Center, Polaris Career Center, and surrounding area schools who:
- Want hands-on learning and real workplace exposure
- Are considering entry into the workforce after graduation
- Value mentorship, structure, and clear next steps
This program is designed for students looking for a meaningful career right out of high school, focusing on skilled manufacturing roles — not engineering degree tracks.
Program Highlights
- 12 Sessions of hands-on training & site visits
- Paid Internships (for juniors who qualify)
- Job Interviews (priority for seniors after completion)
- $1,000 Scholarship (if hired by a partner employer)
- Mentorship & Support from industry professionals
- Exploring Program through Scouting America
- 100% Free — funded by local employers
*Job offers, scholarships and paid internships are not guaranteed. Offers are based on program participation and attendance.
Opportunities You Can Earn*
- Paid Senior-Year Internships (Juniors): Priority consideration for internships where you can earn while you learn.
- Hiring Pathways (Seniors): Priority consideration for interviews with participating employers after program completion.
- $1,000 MCEDC Scholarship: Eligible if you’re hired by a partner employer after graduation.
*Opportunities are not guaranteed. Selection is based on employer needs, your performance, attendance, and fit.
What You’ll Do (12 Sessions)
- Facility Tours & Job Shadowing: See production, quality, maintenance, logistics and more—up close.
- Hands-On Training: Safety basics, tool use, workplace communication, time management.
- Mentorship: Guidance from industry pros, Exploring advisors, and recent grads.
- Sessions start at 6pm and go to 8pm. Dinner is provided at the start of each session.
Why It Works
- Real Experience: Learn by doing—not by sitting through long lectures.
- Real Connections: Meet the people who make hiring decisions.
- Real Support: Advisors and mentors help you choose the right pathway.
- No Cost: The program is 100% free thanks to our employer and community sponsors.
Your Commitment
- Format: 12 two hour sessions 6pm-8pm (Dinner provided)
- Location: Valley City Industrial Park & partner facilities
- Attendance: Consistent attendance and participation are required to remain in good standing and be considered for opportunities.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application.
- Attend an information session with our Exploring advisors.
- If selected, complete program onboarding and safety orientation.
Ready to get started? Take the first step toward a high-paying, hands-on career—right here in Valley City.