Student Day: Shaping the Future of the Supply Chain Workforce
Article from MHI Solutions Magazine
The material handling and supply chain industries are evolving rapidly, driven by automation, data, sustainability and global challenges. Yet one of the most pressing concerns isn’t just technological—it’s human. A significant workforce gap threatens the industry’s growth, fueled by a lack of student exposure to the field and a limited understanding of what supply chain careers look like today. That’s where Student Day at ProMat 2025 stepped in.
Led by MHI in partnership with CICMHE, WERC, MHEDA and MHEFI, Student Day was designed as more than just a recruitment event. It was a strategic workforce development initiative aimed at bridging the divide between classrooms and careers, offering students and educators a front‑row seat to the future of supply chain innovation.
A One‑Day Experience, A Lasting Impact
Held on the bustling show floor of ProMat 2025 in Chicago, Student Day welcomed more than 520 participants, including 383 students and 35 educators from across the U.S. and beyond…
