PMRF and Waimea Canyon Middle School Partner for Workforce Awareness

Students observe interactive presentations from PMRF personnel. (Koa Lani Photography, Meighan Parubrub)

PMRF is leading the way toward shaping its future workforce by hosting the 2nd Annual Workforce Awareness field trip with the Waimea Canyon Middle School. Designed for middle school students who are selecting their career academy classes soon, this field trip introduces young learners to occupational paths they may not realize exist.

On March 6, PMRF staff coordinated a career fair and field tours where students experienced a behind the scenes look at careers at PMRF and gained firsthand insight into the skills and education needed for these professions.

Lt. Ramzi Garvin teaches students about his aircraft.

PMRF has a wide array of careers for all skill levels and is an ideal setting for students who dream of technology-focused positions and want to stay on Kaua‘i. Jobs on the base include engineers supporting advanced tests, logistical specialists facilitating operations, environmental biologists protecting native wildlife, administrative support, recreation specialists, fire fighters, active-duty positions, and more.

Wildlife biologist Daniella Casillas gives a presentation on sea life at PMRF.

The goal of PMRF’s workforce awareness field trip is simple yet powerful: to inspire students to dream big and pursue careers aligned with their interests and talents. With a diversity of opportunities, employment at PMRF plants the seeds of possibility, and we hope that young minds will see that their future career is closer to home than they imagined.

By opening its doors to local schools, PMRF strengthens ties with families and educators while investing in the next generation. These events highlight career pathways within the military, civil service, and contractor sectors while also demonstrating to students how these roles support national defense, innovation, and community well-being.