Shaping Houston’s Future in Biomanufacturing
BioPath@TMC opens the door for Houston’s high school students to discover biomanufacturing and other life science careers. Students have the opportunity to engage in immersive experiences, career simulations, mentorship, and learn about opportunities for paid internships.
The Goal?
To build a diverse, skilled workforce to help meet the growing demand for biomanufacturing professionals, while aiding underserved youth and driving local economic growth.
Help Shape the Next Generation of Biotech Talent
Houston’s life sciences industry is growing fast. Help us build the workforce to match—one high school student at a time.
Grades We Serve:9-12
Why Mentor with BioPath@TMC: Real Impact, Real Students
Many Houston high school students still lack access to meaningful STEM pathways. Your experience can open doors they may not even know exist.
What Mentorship Looks Like:
- Connect 1:1 with a student exploring careers in STEM
- Share your career journey, lab work, and what you wish you’d known at 15
- Support students as they explore and shape their careers
- Flexible commitment: as little as a few hours per semester—with virtual options available
Ready to Make a Difference?
Why Biomanufacturing?
Biomanufacturing is the use of biological systems to manufacture critical products on a commercial scale, including pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and industrial enzymes. Biomanufacturing jobs are projected to grow 5% by 2032, with 10,600 new roles expected each year.
Economic Growth:
BioPath@TMC will create exposure to new job opportunities for underserved students and attract biomanufacturing companies to Houston, boosting the local economy.
Workforce Development:
42% of TMC institutions anticipate high demand for lab technicians in the near future, yet Houston lacks sufficient life science education and training. BioPath@TMC addresses both needs. A large portion of biomanufacturing jobs do not require more than a certificate program that can be completed after high school.
Career Paths for Underserved Youth:
The program offers alternative career options, empowering students who may not follow traditional college paths and engaging them in Houston’s innovation economy.
Diverse Talent Base:
By recruiting diverse talent, BioPath@TMC fosters inclusivity, productivity, varied perspectives, and a rich biomanufacturing workforce.
10 , 600
New Roles in Biomanufacturing Expected Every Year
42 %
of all TMC institutions anticipate high demand for lab technicians over the next 2 years
5
Step Program with BioPath@TMC to Achieve Certification
Our Partners
BioPath@TMC provides high school students with biomanufacturing exposure, education, internships, and mentorship, paving the way for stable, promising careers as lab technicians. TMC’s partners include HISD, Learning Undefeated, which offers mobile STEM labs, and San Jacinto College.
