• Speak loudly and clearly - Construction sites and facilities can be noisy.

• Don't walk while talking - Gather students before providing explanations.

• Ask questions to keep students engaged.

• Involve students in appropriate hands-on activities.

• Create friendly competitions related to construction skills.

• Provide problem-solving scenarios related to real job challenges.

• Use models or simulations to demonstrate concepts.

• Have applications available for interested seniors.

• Discuss sustainability and environmental aspects of construction.

• Share salary information, career advancement potential and employee benefits.

• Share information about internships, summer positions, job shadowing.

• Highlight the "cool factor" of construction work.

• Connect classroom subjects (math, physics, communication) to real applications.

• Emphasize innovation and technology in modern construction.

• Highlight different entry points into the industry:

  • Apprenticeships.

  • Technical education.

  • College pathways.

  • Military transitions.

• Explain how to apply for positions and what makes a strong candidate.

• Discuss various roles beyond hands-on construction:

  • Project management.

  • Estimating and bidding.

  • Design and engineering.

  • Safety coordination.

  • Technology integration.

  • Business ownership opportunities.

There is no cost for schools or employers. The program is funded through industry partnerships to remove financial barriers to participation.

Schools are responsible for transportation arrangements, while our program provides safety protocols that meet educational requirements for all off-site activities.

All job site visits include safety orientations, proper PPE provided to students, designated safe viewing areas, and supervision by both educators and construction professionals.

Employers can choose to participate in any or all parts based on their capabilities and preferences. Many start with classroom presentations and expand their involvement over time.

Schools identify students. We suggest giving priority to students who have expressed career interest in construction or currently enrolled in construction courses.

We provide an Employer Toolkit and an Educator Toolkit to provide easy to follow guidelines. A brief orientation session is offered to help businesses tailor their approach to student audiences.

The program is designed to fulfill multiple career readiness standards, including career exploration, and professional skills development.

Schools report increased student interest in construction careers, improved understanding of career pathways, and higher engagement in related coursework from similar experiences.

Employers report benefiting from enhanced community visibility, strengthened talent pipelines, and opportunities to identify potential future employees when participating in similar experiences.