Talent & Workforce
Building Northwest Ohio’s Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
The Glass Innovation Hub will create 1,600 new jobs over the next five years. NOIC is developing the talent pipeline to fill these roles—from K-12 STEM education through graduate research programs
Comprehensive Career Pathways in Glass Manufacturing Careers
NOIC creates pathways into glass manufacturing careers by partnering with schools, universities, and industry leaders across Northwest Ohio. Our programs span from early STEM education through advanced research, ensuring the region has skilled professionals for today’s and tomorrow’s manufacturing jobs.
- K-12 STEM Programs in Northwest Ohio
- Manufacturing, Engineering, and STEM Internships for Undergraduates
- Skilled Trades Training and Apprenticeship Instructor Preparedness
- Graduate Assistant and Postdoctoral Research
90+ Annual Internships
NOIC sponsors 90 intern positions per year throughout our manufacturing partners
Professional Growth & Industry Exposure
Interns participate in industry familiarization events and professional development to become well-rounded future leaders in the glass industry
Opportunities Across STEM Fields
Internships are available in all areas of engineering, manufacturing, and related STEM fields like chemistry, physics, and technology
For Students
Hands-On Experience in Advanced Manufacturing
For Students
NOIC facilitates education, experience, and research opportunities for students of all ages. To foster interest at a young age, we provide regional summer camps with glass-focused curriculum and hands-on experiments. We assist high school students with advanced manufacturing and engineering career exploration, as well as career technology programs and skilled trades training pathways. We’ve expanded STEM internship opportunities throughout our manufacturing partners, building industry experience for undergraduate students, while graduate students assist with all technical research.
Graduate Research
Currently, graduate assistantships and postdoctoral positions are available at the University of Toledo under the guidance of Dr. Donghui Zhao. Dr. Zhao is a materials science expert with both university research and glass industry leadership experience who recently joined UT to build a glass-focused materials science program, as well as assist with NOIC research and oversee NOIC-sponsored graduate assistants
For Career Changers & Job Seekers – coming soon
Skilled Trades Apprenticeships Toledo
The glass manufacturing industry needs skilled technicians and maintenance professionals. NOIC partners with regional educational institutions to provide skilled trades apprenticeships Toledo residents can access.
For Educators
STEM Programs Northwest Ohio for K-12 Schools
We facilitate summer programming for K-12 students to build early interest in STEM and prepare them for future careers in the glass and solar industries. We sponsor a wide range of STEM-based camps and provide educators with materials science curriculum and hands-on experiments for all ages.
Get Involved
Whether you’re a student exploring career options, a professional seeking to upskill, or an educator preparing the next generation, NOIC can connect you with opportunities in Northwest Ohio’s thriving glass manufacturing sector. Our team is here to answer your questions and help you find the right program or pathway for your goals.