THE FOLLOWING IS A VERMILION ADVANTAGE RELEASE
More than 100 Vermilion County high school sophomores and juniors will take part in the 2025 Tour of Industries on Wednesday, November 5th and November 6th, an annual event designed to showcase local career pathways and help students connect what they’re learning in school to real-world opportunities right here in their community.
Organized by Vermilion County Workforce Education Initiative (VCWE), the Tour of Industries gives students an inside look at local employers and industries, highlighting the variety of career options available in manufacturing, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.
This year’s tours include visits to leading employers and businesses such as Envirox, thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components, AutoZone Distribution Center, OSF HealthCare, Carle Health, VA Illiana Health Care System, TREP School, Revel Bakery, Ashton Greer, Danville Fire Department, and Danville Police Department,
Students will spend the morning touring three worksites within their chosen industry cluster. Each tour includes interactive discussions, demonstrations, and opportunities to hear directly from professionals about their career paths and the skills needed to succeed.
“The Tour of Industries is one of the most impactful ways we can connect our students to future career opportunities,” said Jodie Ingram. “It helps them see that great careers exist right here at home, and it opens their eyes to the many directions their education can take them.”
The event is part of Vermilion Advantage’s broader Workforce Education Program, which builds connections between local schools and employers to help students explore careers, develop professional skills, and prepare for the future workforce.
