Helberg Outlines Initiative to Bolster Domestic Manufacturing Skills Base
What happened
Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg discussed the need for adequate skills to support domestic manufacturing during an interview on September 21, 2026. Helberg detailed the Foundry School, an initiative co-founded by Helberg and Stanford University, which aims to connect universities with manufacturing and technology leaders. The program focuses on training entrepreneurs, engineers, technicians, and future industrial leaders for a changing manufacturing economy. The Foundry School has launched with eight participating universities and plans to expand its reach.
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Why it matters
The initiative seeks to empower universities to help prepare the workforce for modern industry needs. This effort aligns with the administration's support for workforce development, including programs eligible for Workforce Pell Grant funding in areas such as advanced manufacturing, aviation, and welding.
Helberg believes India fundamentally rivals China in engineering and views the country as an indispensable partner.
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Who's involved
- Jacob HelbergUnder Secretary of State for Economic Affairs who advocates for the initiative.
- Marco RubioSecretary of State who praised Helberg's leadership and initiatives.
- Manufacturing InstituteCo-founder of the Foundry School, focused on industry education.
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Jacob Helberg
French-American angel investor and far-right politician