"Our success as a company has been a result of the Penn College partnership! With the majority of our employees having been through a Penn College degree, certificate, continuing education program, or apprenticeship, it is easy to see the contribution Penn College has had in our success!"
Industry
E-Tech
- Automated Manufacturing & Machining
- Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
- Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
- Information Technology
E-Tech designs, develops, and manufactures assembly products for manufacturers within the aerospace, automobile, and heavy equipment industries. These products are used to assemble fasteners in limited clearance areas in the production manufacturing process.
Industry Partnerships
Q&A with E-Tech
HOW DID YOUR COMPANY FIRST CONNECT WITH PENN COLLEGE?
Our company has a long history with Penn College. We have several senior employees from Williamsport Area Community College. Approx 75% of our employees have been through degree programs, apprenticeship programs, or continuing educational programs.
HOW HAS ENROLLING AS A CORPORATE TOMORROW MAKER ENHANCED YOUR PARTNERSHIP WITH PENN COLLEGE?
This partnership has allowed us to engage and connect with students through internships, mentoring, and other interactions.
WHAT QUALITIES OF PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS MAKE THEM STAND OUT FOR YOUR OPERATIONS?
Penn College students are very well prepared to enter the workforce. The applied hands-on learning environment allows students to experience essential career skills that are necessary for success in the workplace.
WHAT ASPECTS OF YOUR COMPANY ATTRACT OUR STUDENTS AND FUTURE STUDENTS TO JOIN YOUR OPERATIONS?
We are a highly technical company developing specialized engineered assembly solutions for aerospace and motor vehicle manufacturer's in a global market.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (AND PARENTS) WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
I would highly recommend Penn College for preparing students for today's job market. With many learning labs and small class sizes, students have the best learning environment. Penn College has a strong history of high graduate-placement rates.
WHAT PROFESSIONAL ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS TO BEST PREPARE THEM TO JOIN YOUR TEAM?
Have a passion for excellence in all you do. Look for an internship to gain real work experience in your chosen field.
Industry Connections
John Estep
President
Fueling a future of possibilities
Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of the student journey–from scholarships and equipment donations to internships and employment opportunities.
Penn College Scholarships
E-Tech Industrial Corporation Engineering Scholarship
Penn College Scholarships
E-Tech Industrial Corporation Machining Scholarship
Penn College News
Locally Grown, Globally Known
John M. Estep could easily take credit for the success of E-Tech Industrial Corp., given his parenting of the brainchild. He has attained five patents in a 42-year professional life, twice been a finalist for the Governor’s Impact Award and was a 2003 “Business of the Year” honoree by the Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission.
Alumni honored at commencement
John Estep was one of three alumni recognized for his exemplary achievements during the May 2019 commencement ceremonies. Estep, of Troy, is a 1974 mechanical drafting graduate of Penn College’s predecessor institution Williamsport Area Community College. The award recognizes those who have made significant contributions in their chosen field and demonstrated the importance of his or her Penn College education.
Programs
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Hone the technical skills you need to be a part of a rapidly growing career field.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Choose from a host of interconnected, yet diverse majors, ranging from automation and computer engineering to electronics and robotics.
Engineering & Industrial Design Technology
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Information Technology
Take the lead in a thriving career field that connects us all.
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