Shape Corp. partners with SME's PRIME program

Shape Corp., a global Tier 1 automotive and industrial component supplier based in Grand Haven, Mich., has partnered with the SME Education Foundation to expand its manufacturing education program for high school students. The two entities will collaborate through SME's Partnership Response In Manufacturing Education (PRIME®) initiative to develop and launch an advanced manufacturing education program at Grand Haven High School beginning in the 2018 academic year.

PRIME builds a collaborative network of students, educators, and industry professionals to provide high school students with advanced manufacturing career pathways, while driving their interest and awareness in manufacturing. This national program provides students with practical experience, knowledge, and skills while allowing companies to influence the career direction of youth through mentoring, internships, and job shadowing.