Program Tackles Need for Qualified Workers - Modern Distribution Management

Program Tackles Need for Qualified Workers

Marketing industrial distribution to younger generations without family ties to the industry has been a challenge for many companies. University programs, such as the Industrial Distribution program at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, are working to counter that problem and prepare students to meet the needs of the industry through a variety of experiences including internships and a hands-on simulation lab. MDM visited UNK during the program’s Spring Career Event to take a closer look at how schools are preparing students for careers in distribution.

The U.S. jobless rate remains a sticking point in recovery. In March 2011, the rate continued to hover around 9 percent. But several companies – including wholesaler-distributors – have reported having trouble finding qualified candidates to fill openings. At the same time, industrial distribution programs, such as the one offered by the University of Nebraska at Kearney, …

Marketing industrial distribution to younger generations without family ties to the industry has been a challenge for many companies. University programs, such as the Industrial Distribution program at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, are working to counter that problem and prepare students to meet the needs of the industry through a variety of experiences including internships and a hands-on simulation lab. MDM visited UNK during the program’s Spring Career Event to take a closer look at how schools are preparing students for careers in distribution.

The U.S. jobless rate remains a sticking point in recovery. In March 2011, the rate continued to hover around 9 percent. But several companies – including wholesaler-distributors – have reported having trouble finding qualified candidates to fill openings. At the same time, industrial distribution programs, such as the one offered by the University of Nebraska at Kearney, …

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