One UP Mind Trekkers Tour

Our Purpose

The One UP Collaborative brings communities together from across the Upper Peninsula to host regional Mind Trekkers Events. The U.P. depends on retaining young people with the interests and skills needed to support prospering communities and grow our economy.

Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! is committed to ensuring youth have early exposure to career exploration that meets the current and future demands of U.P. businesses. We take a broad approach to “STEM exploration” since the skills needed for success go beyond technical intrigue in the One UP Mind Trekkers Tour.

Crafting an Environment of Inspiration & Motivation

Mind Trekkers is a nationally acclaimed science, engineering, and in-demand career roadshow that inspires youth to explore the excitement of in-demand career paths.

The events are best described as a mix between a science fair, a career fair, and a carnival! Thousands of middle school students from across the U.P. will participate in more than 60 engaging career exploration activities, each hosted by a local company or college student acting as a near-peer role model.

Make an Impact!

Spark curiosity, innovation, and exploration in Upper Peninsula Youth. The One UP Mind Trekkers tour directly impacts thousands of middle school students across the region. Your support is an investment in the future of our workforce! There are three ways you can get involved:

Spread awareness of your brand to the future workforce. Sponsor benefits include:

Make a direct impact and gain exposure! Employer involvement is key to exposing youth to careers and opportunities right here in the U.P.

Exhibiting companies may bring a demonstration of their own, or the Mind Trekkers team can provide a demonstration to help engage students!

Commit to a 1.5 to 2.5 hour block to volunteer in a role that makes a difference! This is a great opportunity for those who want to help in a limited role.

There is a variety of volunteer options to choose from, including arrival, boundary bumping, and more!

Spark Curiosity, Innovation, and Exploration in Youth

Make an Impact

The One UP Mind Trekkers tour will directly impact thousands of middle school youth across the Upper Peninsula in a day of sparking curiosity and exploration. Your support is an investment in our future workforce!

Sponsor

Become a Sponsor! Invest in the workforce of the future by sponsoring the unique excitement created by OneUP Mind Trekkers Festivals.

Be an Exhibitor

Employer involvement is key to impacting career exploration and keeping our young adults in the U.P. Join us for the festival(s) and gain exposure for your business!

Volunteer

Commit to 1.5-2.5 hour blocks and volunteer in a role that will make a difference! This is great for those who want to help but have less time to commit.