EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING AND SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALS
Through education, partnerships, and celebration, NGT is transforming trucking and supply chain industries into careers of choice for the next generation.
YOUR ROAD TO THE FUTURE
Next Generation in Trucking Association is a non-profit trade association who is engaging and training the next generation of trucking industry professionals by partnering with high schools, community/technical colleges and private schools to connect to and launch training programs around North America.
OUR MISSION
DRIVING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
Promote Trucking Careers
We work to highlight the trucking industry as an exciting and rewarding career path, showcasing the diverse opportunities available and inspiring the next generation to join the workforce.
Build and Enhance Training Programs
By partnering with schools, colleges, and industry leaders, we create and support innovative education and training programs that equip students with the skills they need to succeed in trucking and logistics.
Connect Tomorrow’s Workforce to Today’s Employers
We bridge the gap between young talent and industry employers, fostering meaningful connections that lead to job placements and fulfilling careers in trucking.
Celebrate Achievements Across Trucking
We recognize and honor the accomplishments of students, young professionals, and companies, highlighting their contributions to the growth and innovation of the trucking industry.
Thank You to Our Champion Members!
Start Your Journey
Students
Explore Careers in Trucking
Learn how to start a career in trucking, from driving and logistics to diesel technology.
Educators
Bring Trucking to Your School
Get guidance on starting or enhancing trucking programs and request industry partnerships.
Workforce Partners
Recruit the Next Generation
Access tools and strategies to attract, train, and retain young talent in your organization.
Resources
Explore Tools and Insights
Access downloadable educational materials, industry insights, podcasts, newsletters, and more.
NEXT GEN STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Rayden Peters, June 2025 Student of the Month
🎉 NGT Student of the Month – May 2025: Amelia Morgan Connell High School | Connell, WA
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Meet Our Next Career Catalyst Company: Averitt 🎉
At Averitt, building a career isn’t a side benefit — it’s the whole mission. With a people-first culture, strong internal mobility, and a deep investment in associate development, Averitt is showing how long-term growth starts from day one.
Through entry-level roles like dock associates, customer service, and paid internships, Averitt offers clear career pathways that lead to advanced positions in logistics, leadership, and driving. Programs like Dock-To-Driver, paid CDL training, and leadership development are designed to equip young professionals with both technical and soft skills, preparing them for lifelong success in the industry.
💬 “Averitt’s commitment to a supportive, inclusive work environment and opportunities for professional growth sets it apart — with career pathways that begin at entry level and lead to leadership.”
Averitt’s impact also reaches beyond the workplace. Through Averitt Charities, Averitt Cares for Kids, and the Team Up Community Challenge, associates across the network give back to local communities — proving that service, teamwork, and heart are at the core of everything they do.
👏 We’re proud to recognize Averitt Express as a 2025 Career Catalyst Award recipient for their outstanding commitment to youth development, career growth, and industry leadership.
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🌟 Please join us in welcoming Descartes Systems Group as our newest Champion Member of the Next Generation in Trucking Association!
Descartes is a global leader in logistics technology — and now, a powerful force in driving the future of trucking forward. Their support as a Champion Member reflects a deep commitment to innovation, education, and building a stronger, smarter supply chain from the ground up.
Thank you, Descartes, for championing the next generation of drivers and helping us create lasting impact across the industry. We’re proud to have you on this journey with us. 🚛💡
đź’ˇ Learn how to become a member and support the mission: nextgentrucking.org/membership
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Today we celebrate the hardworking fathers who lead, mentor, and inspire both at home and in the industry. Thank you for the example you set for the next generation of trucking professionals. đź’™
#FathersDay #NextGenTrucking #MentorsMatter #TruckingFamily #FutureOfTrucking #NGT
🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day from Next Generation in Trucking!
Today we proudly honor the American flag — a symbol of unity, freedom, and opportunity. As we work to inspire and support the future of the trucking industry, we celebrate the values that bring us all together.
#FlagDay #NextGenTrucking #ProudToBeAmerican #FutureOfTrucking #FlagDay2025
Meet Our Next Career Catalyst Company: Key Oil Company 🎉
At Key Oil, investing in the next generation of drivers isn’t just a goal — it’s a mission. Through strategic partnerships, hands-on training, and a strong culture of support, they’re redefining what a trucking career can look like for young professionals.
From working with local CDL programs and building a custom in-house driving simulator to offering entry-level career pathways in maintenance, warehousing, and fuel services, Key Oil is proving that opportunity starts at every level.
💬 “Our goal is to show young professionals that trucking has evolved far beyond what their grandfathers knew in the 1970s — it`s now a dynamic, technology-driven industry full of opportunity.”
With a coaching-first culture, continuous training, and a commitment to promoting from within, Key Oil empowers employees to grow into some of the best drivers in the industry — no matter where they start.
👏 We’re proud to recognize Key Oil Company as a 2025 Career Catalyst Award recipient for their outstanding commitment to youth development, career growth, and industry innovation.
#CareerCatalyst #NextGenTrucking #KeyOil #FutureOfTrucking #TruckingCareers #WorkforceDevelopment #InvestInPeople #TechDrivenTrucking
