From business, to culture and trends, your company provides limitless resources for nearly every facet of commerce, accounting for the industry’s $6 Billion dollar revenue to Minnesota. Now that’s something to write home about (on stationary, of course!!!)

As members of the Printing Industry of Minnesota, Inc., you know the integral part your business plays in this world. There is no doubt what you do everyday has a profound impact on how we live. In fact, the day Johannes Gutenberg invented the first version of the modern day printing press, print has become central to our existence.

Your collective efforts have proven the vibrancy of the printing industry and with your support it is our hope to generate interest among the many young people in Minnesota seeking fulfilling career options. To tell the story of this exciting industry, we have introduced a number of statewide initiatives offering opportunities for students to explore the rewarding careers in the printing industry.

STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The Printing Industry of Minnesota’s Education Foundation offers scholarships and internships to those students wishing to develop careers in the industry. We want to work in conjunction with members around the state in offering paid internships to hard working students with a keen desire to get hands on experience. For the summer of 2007, PIM and the Pohlad Family Foundation together are offering company reimbursement for businesses participating in the Student Internship Program. Click here to learn more and download a form to participate. While the extra help in tackling those impossible deadlines will be more than welcome, the greater service will be your role in mentoring the young folks that will one day continue the strong industry tradition of today.

VOICE OF EXPERIENCE (VOX)
With schools across the state, it is our vision for members to speak to various classes, schools, and organizations in your community about the printing industry. Through the Voice of Experience students can hear about the many facets of your business and the industry, and ultimately draw a new audience to your doors. After all, no knowledge is more valuable than firsthand knowledge.

Click here to download information about the VOX program.

CAREER FAIRS
To show off your business to students exploring careers in print and graphic arts, participate in one of the many career fairs across the state. Click here to learn more about exhibiting or hosting a company tour. As members of our organization, we consider you the experts in the field.

SURPLUS PAPER DRIVE
To support and continue to reach out to new audiences, the Printing Industry of Minnesota, Inc. coordinates paper donations in the fall to the print instructors across the state. Members can donate paper for this initiative.

Click here to download information about the paper drive.