SkillsUSA Wisconsin Welding Challenges
Why Welding?
By 2029, the American Welding Society projects a need for over 320,000 new welding professionals nationwide. Welders play a vital role in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and shipbuilding.
Participating in a SkillsUSA Welding Challenge gives students a head start in developing the skills needed for a successful career.
What to Expect
During the Welding Challenge, SkillsUSA high school members will:
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Compete in a hands-on welding challenge 
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Take a written knowledge test 
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Participate in a mock job interview 
Medals will be awarded in both the welding and interview portions: gold, silver, and bronze.
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The gold medalist in welding secures an automatic spot at the State Leadership & Skills Conference (SLSC) in April. 
Registration Details
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Where to Register: Through the National Registration System 
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Who Can Participate: High school SkillsUSA members only 
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Registration Fee: $20 per student (advisors attend free) 
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Deadline: See the posted registration close date below Note: Contests may close early if spots are filled
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Advisor Requirement: At least one adult advisor must accompany each school 
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Limits: Each school has a set number of participant spots, based on host site capacity. To request additional spots, email wisconsinskillsusa@gmail.com 
Important Reminders
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Students must be registered SkillsUSA members for the current membership year 
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Bring a resume for the job interview portion 
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Bring required safety equipment (see technical standards and email will go out to contestants head of time) 
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Lunch is provided — please include dietary restrictions when registering 
| Date | Location | Building | Address | Start Time | End Time | Registration per school/Location Max | Registration Open/Close Dates | 
| Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 – Save the date Sept, 29th, 2026! | Fox Valley Technical College | Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (AMTC) | 4200 Poberezny Rd, Oshkosh, WI 54902 | 7:45-8:15 AM Registration | 1:45 PM | 6 per school / 32 Max | Open 9/5/25 – Close 9/17/25 | 
| Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 | Mid-State Technical College | AMETA Center | 5000 Coye Dr. Stevens Point, WI 54481 | 8:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 4 per school / 32 Max | Open 9/15/25 – Close 10/1/25 | 
| Friday, Oct. 24, 2025 | Blackhawk Technical College | IMEC Building | 6004 S County Rd G, Janesville, WI 53546 | 8:30 AM | 12:30 PM | 4 per school / 24 Max | Open 9/22/25 – Close 10/8/25 | 
| Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 | Chetek, WI | Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School | 1001 Knapp St, Chetek, WI 54728 | 8:30 AM | 2:00 PM | 5 per school / 30 Max | Open 10/31/25 – Close 11/20/25 | 

