Tweet Garot Mechanical Hosts Graduation Program for Heavy Metal Summer Experience Campers
DePERE, WI — Tweet Garot will host a graduation ceremony for its 2nd Annual Heavy Metal Summer Experience, a free workforce development program introducing high school students and recent graduates to union construction careers.
The Heavy Metal Summer Experience is a free 30-hour educational camp spread over six weeks in June and July 2025. Twenty students explored career opportunities in mechanical, sheet metal, and electrical construction through hands-on projects alongside seasoned craft professionals. Students also toured Sheet Metal Workers Local Union 18 and Plumbers & Steamfitters UA Local 400 training facilities, gaining firsthand exposure to local apprenticeship programs and career pathways in high-demand construction trades.
"The Heavy Metal Summer Experience represents our commitment to developing the next generation of skilled construction professionals," said Hope Voigt, President and COO at Tweet Garot. "We're helping students discover rewarding career paths that offer excellent wages, benefits, and job security." The program addresses a growing demand for skilled construction workers while providing students valuable career exploration at no cost.
The ceremony celebrates student achievements and dedication throughout the program. Families, friends and media partners are invited to join the celebration.
The graduation ceremony will be held Wednesday, July 16, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at the Tweet Garot Corporate Office, 325 Reid Street, De Pere, WI. Participants, family members, industry partners and media representatives are all invited to attend.
For more information about the Heavy Metal Summer Experience camp, visit www.hmse.org.