The aim of this study is to investigate on the strategies for improving TVET and local content development among mechanical technology students in rivers state polytechnics. Two purposes and two research questions guided the study. Two null hypotheses which were tested at 0.05% level of significance were formulated. The study adopted a descriptive research design and was carried out in polytechnics in Rivers State. The total population for the study was 172 respondents. No sampling technique as the population is of manageable size. A questionnaire based on four point scale was used as the data collection instrument. The instrument used for data collection was a structural questionnaire. Section 2 was structured on a 4-points scale of Strongly Agreed (SA), Agreed (A), Disagreed (D) and Strongly Disagreed (SD). The questionnaire was validated by three experts from the Department of Industrial Technology Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumini. Cronbach Alpha reliability method was used and Cronbach alpha of 0.78 value was obtained represent the reliability coefficient of the instrument. Findings of the study revealed that ability to: Select and use of hand tools, Perform basic, routine layout, Read and comprehend information on orthographic prints and job process sheets for routine manufacturing operations, Perform hand fitting and minor assembly are the strategies for improving TVET and local content development among mechanical technology students in rivers state polytechnics. Recommended that Government, NGOs and/or wealthy Nigerians should: Develop and improve polytechnics programs to respond to the economic needs of the country and Control foreign investment and enhance Nigerian local content.