Skills at the WorldSkills Competition
The WorldSkills Competition is the gold standard of skills excellence. It is an important platform for WorldSkills members to showcase vocational skills. The competition is held every two years, with WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 being the 48th competition. The achievements of a country or region in the WorldSkills Competition often reflect its economic and technological strengths, as well as its skill development level. Developed countries, especially manufacturing powerhouses, attach great importance to the WorldSkills Competition, and the event receives strong support from governments and significant attention from citizens.
Manufacturing and Engineering Technology
17 skillsIndustrial Mechanics
Industrial mechanics design and plan, install and commission, maintain, repair, and decommission, industrial plant.
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Building automated systems for industry using mechanics, electronics, pneumatics, and computer technology.
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Using computer software as a tool to create and improve manufacturing projects from ship-building to the aerospace industry.
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Creating prototypes from technical designs using a computer controlled lathe that cuts to ultra-fine specifications.
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Shaping metal and other solid materials using a computer-controlled milling machine to create products used in almost every aspect of modern life, from cars and smart phones to kitchen appliances a…
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Preparing and joining various types of metal using both electrical, and electric/gas processes.
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Assembling and wiring products, testing systems, and designing prototype circuits.
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Installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial automated and electrical production systems.
View full introductionAutonomous Mobile Robotics
Designing, building, and maintaining robots to solve problems in industries from manufacturing to aerospace, mining to medicine.
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Industry 4.0 refers to the impact information and communication technologies are having on real-time optimization and networking for efficient automation and production.
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Chemical Laboratory Technology studies substances to determine their chemical composition for research or to develop products.
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Monitor and test water quality, supervise the operation and maintenance of water/wastewater treatment works and other water infrastructures, and protect water from pollution.
View full introductionAdditive Manufacturing
More commonly known as 3D printing, Additive Manufacturing is a way of creating objects, such as design prototypes, from three-dimensional models by building up layers of material.
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Industrial Design Technology combines design and engineering to ensure consumer products work well and look good.
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Optoelectronics is an emerging technology used in a range of applications from lighting products to medical research and treatment, advanced manufacturing devices to measuring technology.
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Renewable Energy Technicians ensure the equipment for collecting, generating, or distributing power from a wide variety of sources including wind, water, solar and geothermal, is properly maintaine…
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Robot Systems Integration ensures that robots fit properly in the production process.
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8 skillsICT Network Infrastructure
Designing and installing cable systems for telecommunication and network communications.
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Mobile Applications Developers use technology and design to create apps which are appealing and function well on phones.
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Creating new systems and modifying existing ones to provide software solutions to large and small businesses.
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Software testers identify bugs and issues to ensure software is fully fit for purpose before release to end users.
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Planning and designing, as well as testing websites, maintaining them, incorporating third party platforms, and integrating social media platforms.
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Providing information technology (IT) services to commercial and public sectors to ensure systems run smoothly and without interruption.
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Cloud computing has become a key part of corporate digital transformation strategy as companies migrate their physical IT activities, such as file storage and on-site servers, into a virtual enviro…
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Information security analysts work to protect an organization’s computer systems networks, to prevent hackers from accessing and/or stealing sensitive information and data.
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14 skillsIntelligent Security Technology
Intelligent security technicians plan, install, and maintain systems that protect people, assets, and infrastructure, minimizing risks and ensuring safety in critical situations.
View full introductionWall and Floor Tiling
Laying tiles accurately and a high level of finish in a variety of materials in residential, commercial, and public projects.
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Installing plumbing and heating systems in a diverse range of projects associated with the construction industry.
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Designing and installing electrical systems in all types of commercial, residential, and industrial projects, while carrying out maintenance and repairs safely and quickly.
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Building homes and commercial projects to the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and skill.
View full introductionPlastering and Drywall Systems
Plastering flat surfaces, installing drywall systems, and creating decorative moldings on projects from private homes to historic houses.
View full introductionPainting and Decorating
Using paint, decorative coatings, wallpaper, gilding, and sign writing both indoors and outdoors in a wide variety of working environments.
View full introductionCabinetmaking
Working in wood to create high quality furniture and units, showing skill and an aesthetic understanding of design and finish.
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Cutting and joining interior and exterior items, from windows and stairs, to bookshelves and tables, for both commercial and residential projects.
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Carpenters are key members of the construction industry. They are responsible for all the wooden structures involved in building projects, from installing staircases and building roofs to fitting w…
View full introductionLandscape Gardening
Designing, installing, and maintaining gardens and landscaped areas in private and public spaces.
View full introductionRefrigeration and Air Conditioning
Keeping refrigeration and air conditioning working is essential to the modern world.
View full introductionConcrete Construction Work
A vital role in any building site specifically in charge of providing the concrete which is the core element of any construction project.
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Building Information Modelling (BIM) is a way to create and manage information about a project throughout its construction.
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8 skillsAutobody Repair
Repairing crash damaged vehicles is a craft that not only restores the vehicle to its original look but also fixes its complex mechanical components to strict safety and manufacturing standards.
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An aircraft maintenance technician is vital to keep us safe in the sky.
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Maintaining light vehicles from various manufacturers, diagnosing complex mechanical problems, and delivering solutions within commercial cost and time constraints.
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Restoring a damaged vehicle to its original finish, matching colours, shades, and textures exactly, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
View full introductionHeavy Vehicle Technology
Repairing and maintaining large stationary and mobile machines and industrial equipment in environments that include transportation, mining, agriculture, and forestry.
View full introductionLogistics and Freight Forwarding
Freight Forwarding is a specialist skill organizing shipments of raw supplies or finished goods from the supplier or manufacturer to the point of distribution or final market place.
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Rail Vehicle Technician carry out inspections, maintenance and repair, and general troubleshooting on rail vehicles.
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An Unmanned Aerial Systems technician is key to building and keeping drones safely in the air.
View full introductionCreative Arts and Fashion
7 skillsJewellery
Crafting gold and other precious metals and gemstones, using a variety of techniques to create fashion accessories.
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From a small bouquet to a wedding centerpiece, creating a fragrant and beautiful floral display is a talent combining artistry and technical skills.
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Working with fabrics to cut and create clothes for clients from high-end fashion to the latest store designs high street.
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Combining the skills of design, art, typography, typesetting, illustration, printing, and publishing to create graphic designs for both online and printed publications.
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Creating eye-catching visual displays for the windows and interiors of shops and department stores, designed to maximize sales.
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Digital interactive media designers combine creativity, design, and technology to build interactive experiences that inform, engage, and connect users.
View full introduction3D Digital Game Art
A 3D Digital Game Artist uses their creativity, technology, and geometry skills to create captivating animated experiences in a video game.
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10 skillsHairdressing
Cutting, styling, treating, and colouring hair for men, women, and children in a work environment that ranges from homes and salons, to film and television productions.
View full introductionBeauty Therapy
The beauty therapist offers a head-to-toe experience that improves the client’s quality of life by making them look and feel their best.
View full introductionPâtisserie and Confectionery
Creating hot and cold sweet treats using edible materials that are a delight both for the eye and the taste buds.
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Cooking embraces a wide range of skills from creating menus and preparing dishes for Michelin-starred restaurants, to workplace canteens and cafeterias.
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Providing food and drink services to guests in hotels and restaurants, showing attentiveness, and understanding of their needs and expectations.
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Improving the quality of life for clients by working closely with the medical profession to provide care, recuperation, and rehabilitation while promoting physical and psychosocial wellbeing.
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View full introductionRetail Sales
Retail Sales is a dynamic career that connects customers with the products they love. Whether in-store or online, retail salespeople shape the way we shop, interact, and experience brands.
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Mixing and baking a wide range of breads and pastries, to the delight of customers and enhancing the reputation of restauranteurs and vendors.
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Hotel receptionists deliver a range of guest services and are vital to enhancing a hotel’s reputation and encouraging repeat business.
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