# Welding: It’s Not Just a Job, It’s a Career

Published 2023-05-01 · Updated 2026-07-23 · Education Technology on MarketScale
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> What started as “just a job” turned into a fulfilling career for Vince McGill. Watch as he describes his journey to becoming a welder. It wasn’t easy, his parents wanted him to get a four-year degree. But McGill ultimately found the career that was right for him. Now, he loves what he does.  He…

What started as “just a job” turned into a fulfilling career for Vince McGill. Watch as he describes his journey to becoming a welder. It wasn’t easy, his parents wanted him to get a four-year degree. But McGill ultimately found the career that was right for him. Now, he loves what he does. He explains why welding is a satisfying career and why the demand for welders is so high. 

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