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Gen Z in Manufacturing: How Gen Z Decides Between University and Trade School

Gen Z in Manufacturing: How Gen Z Decides Between University and Trade School

Update: 2025-10-28
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Welcome to another episode of Gen Z in Manufacturing, a podcast where I interview young people about their journeys in manufacturing, how they intend to influence the industry and what they are looking for from an employer.

For this episode, I welcome Kyle Walter, a 24-year-old analyst at Deloitte.

Walter graduated from Wichita State University, where he studied mechanical engineering and worked at Smart Factory by Deloitte @ Wichita, which is located on the university’s Innovation Campus. 

Walter became a student team lead at The Factory and was eventually hired by Deloitte full-time. His passions include drones, robotics and the Internet of Things.

In this episode, Walter discusses:

  • What surprises a young worker at their first job (:51)
  • What goes through a Gen Z’s mind when deciding between a university and a trade school (4:40 )
  • How manufacturers can reach those who don’t pick trade schools (11:07 )
  • How to encourage Gen Z workers to share ideas (16:32 )

Please make sure to like and share this episode of Gen Z in Manufacturing. To view previous episodes, visit manufacturing.net. If you are a member of Gen Z and would like to discuss your experience in the manufacturing industry, please get in touch with me, Nolan Beilstein, at nolan@ien.com.

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Gen Z in Manufacturing: How Gen Z Decides Between University and Trade School

Gen Z in Manufacturing: How Gen Z Decides Between University and Trade School

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