Kiley’s Welding Journey: Passion, Precision, and Big Goals

Kiley is currently attending Minnesota West Community and Technical College, where she is enrolled in the Welding program and turning a lifelong passion into a promising career. From the start, Kiley has always known welding was the right path for her. She especially enjoys the hands-on nature of the training and the opportunity to apply her skills in real-world settings.

Her dedication and hard work paid off in her first semester, where she earned High Honors with an impressive 3.77 GPA.

Now, Kiley is taking her skills to the next level as she prepares to compete in the National Skills USA Welding Competition. As part of her preparation, she is designing a project that incorporates her love of horses, blending creativity with technical expertise.

Kiley is set to graduate in May 2026, and her future in the welding field is already shining bright. We wish her the very best of luck in the upcoming competition and continued success throughout the rest of her education. We can’t wait to see where her talent and passion take her next. (Jan 2026)

Where is she now?

Since graduating from Minnesota West Community and Technical College in May 2026, Kiley has taken the next step in her welding career. She secured a full-time position as a welder earning $24.47 per hour. Her skills quickly stood out to her employer, and she received a raise shortly after starting the job. Kiley is enjoying her work and putting the hands-on training and skills she gained through the Welding program to use in her new career. (Sept 2026)