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Computer Hardware & IT

Computers are used in so many aspects of our lives, including education, business, and entertainment. Learn about the various professionals that work together to sell and service technology in this field trip at ByteSpeed. Careers featured: sales representative, receptionist, PC builder, server engineer, help desk technician, return material authorization technician.

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Diesel Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Diesel Technicians are used in a variety of industries, including heavy machinery. This experience takes you through the General Equipment & Supplies facility.

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Paramedic

First responders like Paramedics provide life-saving care to those who need it most. Hop in the ambulance and follow a journey filmed with Sanford Ambulance. (Contains: flashing lights, simulated traumatic events, simulated injury)

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Police Officer

Hop in the squad car and go on an adventure in this field trip. Experience a day in the life of these professionals working with the Fargo Police Department. (Contains: flashing lights, simulated traumatic events)

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Respiratory Therapist

Take a deep breath! Follow Respiratory Therapists through a day of working with patients at CHI St. Alexius Health.

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Wind Turbine Technician

Wind Turbine Technicians brave tall heights to install and maintain wind turbines. Follow technicians from NextEra Energy Resources on site and visit the technician program at Lake Region State College.

911 Operator

They may primarily work behind a computer, but dispatchers make an impact far beyond the emergency operating centers in which they are stationed. Answer the call as a 911 dispatcher serving a rural community in this field trip experience.

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Accounting Firm

In the world of accounting, a team of experts are masters at managing money. These skilled professionals support local and regional businesses with financial preparations, audits, and tax planning. A world of career opportunities awaits those who love problem-solving and storytelling with numbers. Careers featured: accountant, audit associate, audit manager, administrative assistant, accounting intern, tax specialist, tax accountant, tax supervisor.

Aggregate Technician

Aggregate Technicians maintain and repair powerful equipment that breaks down material into smaller pieces. Get ready to watch these pros crush it in the shop and in the field.

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Automotive Technician

Interested in learning more about the automotive industry? This experience immerses you in the day-to-day of various Automotive Service Technicians at Devils Lake Cars.

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Baker (Food Manufacturing)

Something smells delicious! Learn how Bakers at Baker Boy create a variety of tasty baked goods for wholesale.

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Battery Manufacturer

Dive into the world of smart battery manufacturing, where science and technology come together like elements in a chemical reaction. See how raw materials transform into smart batteries that power the future, from interns learning the basics, technicians performing hands-on tasks, and engineers bringing concepts to the production floor.

Two packaging technicians prepare product bags for the automated sugar filling machines.

Beet Sugar Factory

Sugar is like the spark that lights up your favorite treat, adding sweetness to everything it touches, but have you ever wondered how it makes it to your pantry? Meet the machine operators, technicians, quality control experts and engineers, keeping the factory running!

Bricklayer

Learn about the hands-on career of a bricklayer through a series of exciting training sessions.

Carpenter

Learn how building frames are created on a construction site through this Carpenters Union experience.

Central Sterile Technician

Central Sterile Technicians are unsung heroes in the healthcare industry that keep surgical instruments in pristine condition. Follow Techs at Altru Health System as they follow precise procedures for sterilizing, organizing, and distributing surgical instruments and supplies.

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Clinical Lab Technician

Clinical Lab Technicians carefully perform tests that are integral for providing the best patient care. In this field trip, you’ll follow a Lab Tech’s typical routine while working at First Care Health Center. (Contains: needles, blood and bodily fluids)

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Commercial Lobster Fishing

Snap goes the trap! In this seafaring adventure, watch as the crew works together to steer the operation to success. Swoosh! The captain charts the course, always on the lookout for the prized catch—lobster. Clang! The sternmen haul traps, bait lines, and handle gear with ease. Meanwhile, the rest of the crew keeps everything in motion, moving with the precision of seasoned sailors.

A sonographer helps position a patient for an x-ray image to be taken.

Community Health Center

Take a virtual tour of a community health center, where dedicated healthcare professionals offer comprehensive care to underserved populations, highlighting their vital role in reaching those in need. Careers featured: physician, medical interpreter, dental assistant, dental hygienist, optometrist, clinical pharmacist, sonographer.

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Compact Equipment Manufacturer

These machines do more than move dirt, they transform landscapes and redefine borders while tackling the toughest tasks. Watch as all the pieces are put together, from the manufacturing floor to the engineering test bay. Careers featured: maintenance mechanic, software engineer, assembler technician.

Concrete Worker

There is concrete proof that these workers are masters! Concrete workers form, pour, and finish wet concrete for curbs, foundations, roads, sidewalks, and other applications. Follow the crew during construction of Fargo Park's Sports Complex built by McGough Construction.

Construction Project Manager

Follow the FCI Constructor’s construction management teams across several counties to learn more about what it takes to be in the construction industry.

Contract Harvesting

Custom harvesters turn golden fields into golden opportunities, embracing the challenge and excitement of the harvest season. In this field, every grain counts. From operating cutting-edge combines to managing grain carts and trucks, every role plays a crucial part in bringing in the harvest.

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Criminal Investigation

Uncover the secrets behind complex criminal investigations where we will delve into forensic analysis, cutting-edge technology, and innovative investigative techniques. During this field trip, you will discover that cases do not neatly conclude in a single hour like they do on TV shows; instead, they demand countless hours of dedicated work. Careers featured: special agent, crime scene investigator, crime scene analyst, dog handler. (Contains: fake blood, use of firearms)

Custom Coating Solutions

Learn how chemists craft custom coatings to ensure structures and machines thrive in harsh environments. Each formulation, test, and analysis performed at this facility acts as a waypoint, guiding the creation of coatings that shield the very fabric of our world from the elements. Careers featured: coating chemist, lab technician.

Custom Fabricated Steel Solutions

From the foundational to the innovative, TrueNorth Steel works in several sectors of the steel world, harnessing the strength of this metal for use in agriculture, construction, mining, road building and energy projects. Careers featured: buyer, drafter, engineer, machine operator, welder, inspector, material handler.

Custom Sign Printing Shop

Custom signage helps businesses stand out from the crowd! Learn about the various creative and skilled team members that work together to bring signs, vehicle wraps, and other custom products to life at Sign Badgers. Careers featured: director of sales, head of graphic design & marketing, printing manager, production manager, senior machining specialist, installer.

Custom Van Shop

Curious about working at a bustling camper van conversion workshop? Join us as we explore the creative process, the varying roles of each team member, and the incredible craftsmanship that goes into building these customizable homes on wheels. Careers featured: fabricator, production manager, electrical & mechanical senior technician, cabinetry lead, designer, design & manufacturing manager.

Dairy Farm

Ever wondered how the milk in your fridge came to be there? See some of the daily tasks performed by animal caretakers at Pay-Dak Dairy in this field trip created with NDSU Animal Sciences. Careers featured: caretaker, owner-manager, owner.

Dental Assistant

Experience the day-to-day of the SmileQuest Dental team of dental assistants as they interact with patients and assist dentists in various procedures.

Dental Hygienist

Follow the Johnson Family Dentistry team and see a day in the life of a dental hygienist, while also exploring advanced technologies and practices utilized by the team.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use imaging technology to identify and monitor patient conditions. Observe a day-in-the-life of these healthcare professionals at Essentia Health.

Diesel Technician (Agriculture)

Take a tour of the High Plains Equipment facility while also following diesel technician Chris Moe throughout his day.

Dietary Services

Good nutrition is vital to keeping patients happy and healthy. View the steps Dietary Service staff take to prepare meals for hospital and nursing patients at Northwood Deaconess Health Center. Careers featured: dietary aide, dietician, dietary manager, cook, certified nursing assistant.

Diversion Project

Flooding is no match for massive diversion channels! Explore this field trip following professionals from Ames Construction as they move earth and begin setting structures for a 30-mile long channel to divert flooding. Careers featured: heavy equipment operator, tractor and pan operator, crane operator.

Drone Operator

What’s that up in the sky? Commercial drone operators capture unique perspectives for various industries. These experts navigate uncrewed aerial vehicles, also known as UAVs or drones, to gather vital imagery and data.

Electrician

Follow three electricians at various stages in their careers as they work for L&K Electric to maintain multiple electrical infrastructures.

Electricians

Explore the day-in-the-life work of a member of the Electrician’s Union.

Electronics Developer

Prepare to get energized by electricity at this technology manufacturer. Enter the test chamber, jump into the design lab, and explore the production floor as this team harnesses electrical energy for innovation. Careers featured: mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, testing engineer, quality technician, surface mount engineer, electronic technician, test technician.

Elevator Constructors

Learn how an elevator is designed, installed, and maintained in this immersive CareerViewXR experience.

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Emergency Room

No matter the time, large teams in the Emergency Room work together to provide essential care for patients every day. Follow two patients as they visit the ER at Altru Health System. Careers featured: phlebotomist, registered nurse, social worker, paramedic. (Contains: flashing lights, needles, simulated injury)

Ethanol Production Plant

Follow corn's journey from the field to the fuel tank in this field trip at Midwest Ag Energy's Dakota Spirit biorefinery. Careers featured: farmer, truck driver, scale room operator, mechanic, operator, shift lead, lab manager, yard coordinator, locomotive operator.

Fiber Optic Technician

Learn how optical fiber networks are installed and maintained, acting as information superhighways in a world powered by technology.

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First Responder Overview

911, what’s your emergency? The bravery, expertise, and unwavering commitment of first responders have a profound impact on the well-being of our communities. Learn more about this unique industry in our first responder overview. Careers featured: 911 operator, police officer, sheriff's deputy, emergency medical technician, paramedic, firefighter, flight paramedic, special weapons & tactics. (Contains: fake blood and bodily fluids, use of firearms, simulated traumatic events)

Gym Equipment Manufacturer

When these professionals aren’t pumping iron, they’re creating products with steel! Visit the various stations on the manufacturing floor that work in unison to craft sturdy workout equipment and accessories. Careers featured: manufacturing associate, laser programmer, brake press operator, paint line operator, warehouse manager, assembly lead, sales representative, customer service agent.

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Healthcare Overview

Interested in learning about roles in the medical industry but unsure of where to start? Try out this healthcare overview first to get a glimpse into multiple interesting and fulfilling career paths. Careers featured: physician, nurse, respiratory therapist, central sterile technician, radiologic technologist, dental assistant, paramedic, surgeon, anesthesiologist, phlebotomist, sonographer, veterinarian, veterinarian assistant. (Contains: blood and bodily fluids, needles, surgical environments, simulated traumatic events)

Heavy Equipment Operator

Let's get rolling! Heavy Equipment Operators maneuver large machinery around construction sites to make big things happen. Watch Operators hard at work at the site of Fargo Park's Sports Complex being built by McGough Construction.

HVAC Technician

Stay chill as you shadow HVAC Techs solving problems on campus with NDSU Facilities Management! These multi-skilled individuals have experience with heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

Insulated Glass Manufacturer

Uncover a deeper admiration for the glass that brightens homes and businesses alike. At this facility, windows are not just produced; they are engineered for life. Delving into the manufacturing process reveals how these products offer a clear vision of a sustainable and energy efficient future. Careers featured: production technician, industrial maintenance technician.

Insulator

Learn how homes and buildings stay warm through the installation of insulation material.

Ironworker

Take a bird’s eye view of a construction site through the lens of an ironworker.

Laborer

Immerse yourself in a unique training opportunity with the Laboring Trades Union.

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Meat Cutter

Meat Cutters carefully prepare a variety of meat products for sale. Check out their duties in this experience at Butcher Block Meats. (Contains: animal processing)

Municipal Worker

Meet the dedicated city workers responsible for managing vital services like water, sewer, and street maintenance. Daily efforts of these essential employees ensure the smooth operation of urban infrastructure. Watch as they work diligently to keep the city running efficiently.

Occupational Therapist

Witness real-life success stories of clients working with occupational therapists guiding their clients through a life-changing therapeutic journey.

Operating Engineer

Learn what it takes to be in the Operating Engineers Trades Union through this CareerViewXR experience.

Painters

Explore the various careers and trades inside the Painters and Allied Trades Union.

Paleontologist

Dig deep into the world of paleontology, where every brushstroke uncovers a story millions of years in the making. From the first crack of the pickaxe—thud—to the delicate assembly of fossil fragments, each step reveals clues about the prehistoric world. Join the excitement as a junior paleontologist and bring these ancient mysteries roaring back to life!

Parts Person

Maintenance and repairs can only be performed if the right parts are on hand, and Parts People make that possible! Learn about the responsibilities these professionals have in this field trip.

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Petroleum Engineer

Petroleum Engineers are experts in optimizing the extraction of oil and gas from the Earth. Follow along and learn more about the oil industry with Creedence Energy Services.

Pipe Fitter

Explore how welding and plumbing meet through this pipe fitter experience.

Plumber

Experience a day in the life of plumber and business owner Denis Tefts as he travels around town to fix, maintain, and examine various plumbing systems.

Precast Installation

Construction teams make installing precast pieces look easy! Precast installation involves the lifting and securing of enormous concrete wall and flooring sections, almost like assembling giant building blocks. Watch a crew install these massive pieces on the site of Fargo Park's Sports Complex built by McGough Construction. Careers featured: crane operator, precast installer.

Precision Machining & Mold Making

Ever wondered how crisp and clean plastic components of everyday objects came to be? They're all made possible thanks to the impressive teams in charge of precision machining and mold making! Watch designers, engineers, precision machinists, and other team members work together at ComDel Innovation. Careers featured: process engineer, project engineer, designer, CAM programmer, precision machinist, mold maintenance.

Product Developer and Manufacturer

If you're curious about the science of materials or the technology powering today's manufacturing, this tour provides a detailed look at how innovations are created. In this advanced sector, products are developed for medical, commercial, and agricultural purposes, with technicians employing robotics and automated systems. Careers featured: operations technician, maintenance technician, production technician, mechatronics service technician, supervisor.

Professional Theatre Production

Ever wonder what it's like to work for a theatrical ensemble? Journey to the frontier of creativity, where performers and crew work together to pioneer an unforgettable experience, coming alive on stage in this unique outdoor venue. With a shared passion for the stage, they have different talents, from singing and dancing, to writing and directing, as well as set design, managing sound, lighting, and more! Careers featured: performer, set designer, stagehand, wardrobe supervisor, dancer, animal wrangler, usher, ticketing staff, volunteer, concessions staff, lighting and sound technician.

Qualified Service Provider

Like navigators guiding a ship through treacherous waters, caregivers steer their clients towards the safe harbor of health and happiness. From the moment they walk through the door to their visit's farewell, they are compassionate and patient as they work through daily chores and spend quality time with their clients.

Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic techs and MRI techs play a vital role in the medical industry by providing an inside look into patients' bodies. They use a variety of technology to produce x-rays, flouroscopy, MRI scans, and more. Follow Radiologic Techs and MRI Techs through a shift at Altru Health System.

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Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses (RNs) are proficient in providing patient care. Explore a variety of responsibilities that different RNs perform at Unity Medical Center. (Contains: needles, blood and bodily fluids, simulated traumatic events, surgical environments)

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Routine Power Outage

It's all hands on deck during a routine power outage at Minnkota Power Cooperative! Get a rare glimpse into a coal power plant while various skilled workers perform upkeep and maintenance in this field trip. Careers featured: plant technician, maintenance, welder. (Contains: flashing lights)

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Rural Ambulance Services

Jump into the world of sirens, flashing lights, and ambulances in the fast-paced field of emergency medical services in a rural community. Careers featured: paramedic, emergency medical technician, flight paramedic, police officer, firefighter, special weapons & tactics. (Contains: fake blood and bodily fluids, simulated traumatic events, simulated injury, flashing lights)

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Rural Emergency Room

Emergency Room personnel work around the clock to provide critical care to the citizens of rural communities! Watch how the tight-knit crew at Unity Medical Center works together to help patients with a variety of ailments and injuries. Careers featured: emergency medical technician, respiratory therapist, emergency room technician, receptionist, chief nursing officer, radiologic technologist, social worker. (Contains: simulated traumatic events, simulated injury, discussions of drug abuse, discussions of mental health)

Rural Inpatient Care

Follow the journey of patients admitted to a rural hospital, from arrival through their path to recovery, and gain insight into the roles of medical staff who work tirelessly to provide essential inpatient care in remote areas. Careers featured: nurse, occupational therapist, clinical lab technician, discharge coordinator, optometrist, pharmacist, hospital administrator, physician.

Rural Outpatient Care

Experience what life as a rural outpatient healthcare worker is like as they perform day-long procedures and assist patients during clinic visits, providing essential medical care. Careers featured: physician, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, pharmacist.

Rural Physician

Explore the daily challenges and rewards of healthcare workers led by knowledgeable physicians providing essential medical care in a rural town.

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Same Day Surgery Center

Enter the operating room as a surgical team prepares for an orthopedic procedure. Careers featured: surgeon, central sterile technician, registered nurse, circulating nurse, anesthesiologist, operating room nurse. (Contains: surgical environments)

Secondary Education Teacher

School is in session! A typical day for an instructor is always action-packed, from teaching students to lesson planning, meeting with teachers and coaching sports.

Sheet Metal Apprenticeship

Follow and explore a sheet metal training session between apprentices at SMART.

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Sheriff's Deputy

From rolling hills to picturesque main streets, deputy sheriffs keep a watchful eye. They ensure the safety and tranquility of their fellow residents while making a difference in a tight-knit community. (Contains: use of firearms, flashing lights, simulated traumatic events)

Skilled Trades Overview

The skilled trades industry includes a diverse spread of occupations that involve using both brains and brawn to get the work done. Explore these skilled trades to get a feel for various roles in this rewarding, high-demand industry! Careers featured: diesel technician, precision machinist, PC hardware assembler, pipefitter, electrician, heavy equipment operator, HVAC technician, ironworker, meat cutter, automotive technician, warehouse worker, elevator constructor.

Sprinkler Fitter

Fire suppression systems are placed in buildings to extinguish fires before they cause harm. Discover how skilled Sprinkler Fitters install them in this experience created with North Dakota's Building Trades Unions and North Dakota CTE.

Steel Processor and Distributor

In this steel and aluminum hub, metal materials are expertly processed and transformed by material handlers and machinists, as they cut through challenges with sheer steel determination. Careers featured: machine operator, material handler, machinist.

Swine Facility

In this field trip, you'll learn how animal caretakers nurture piglets and adult pigs! Follow them around the farm with NDSU Animal Sciences. Careers featured: caretaker.

Tank & Vessel Manufacturer

Watch as raw steel is transformed into industrial giants that power the future. These towering creations stand as the backbone of modern industry. Engineers that create designs, to operators cutting and shaping massive steel plates. Welders fuse each piece together with precision, and inspectors make sure everything meets the highest standards.

Tire Industry

Vehicles of all varieties need proper tires and maintenance before hitting the road. Learn about the spread of career professionals that work for Northwest Tire’s various locations. Careers featured: general manager, truck driver, automotive technician, tire technician, heavy equipment service technician, express lube manager, mechanic, accountant.

Trailer Manufacturer

Witness the precision of metal cutting and bending, the skilled welding of large components, and the careful assembly of large steel trailers. Follow the journey from start to finish as the trailers quickly take shape, ready to transport a variety of goods from structural trusses to lumber. Careers featured: fabricator, assembler, welder, painter, sandblaster, trailer lead, fabrication supervisor.

Underground Plumber

Underground Plumbers specialize in plumbing of water and sanitary lines that are located underground. Watch a waste line being laid in this experience filmed on the site of Fargo Park's Sports Complex built by McGough Construction.

Veterinarian

From big to small, veterinarians care for all kinds of animals in need. Follow veterinarians through a busy day at New Salem Veterinary Clinic.

Welder/Fabricator

Explore the Industrial Equipment/Badlands Steel facilities with welders Brent and Brandon. You’ll learn about the various welding projects created each day and the importance of safety when fabricating materials together.

Welding Institute

With courses suited for all skill levels, this welding school consists of students from beginner to advanced. Jump into the welding booth and build a foundation of sound welds while developing knowledge of various techniques, equipment setup, and operations.