Tag: Construct Your Future
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Bureau of Labor Statistics reports need for skilled tradespeople
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, the number of construction and extraction occupations is expected to grow 11 percent between the years 2016 and 2026.
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College graduate finds rewarding career in the trades
Mike Burdick of Queensbury, N.Y. went to college because that was what was expected of him after graduating from high school.
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Apprentices get a valuable head start in their careers
It is common for some people to spend a part of their life trying to find a career that they enjoy, but also one that can support them financially.
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Registered electrical apprenticeship programs provide valuable training for a great career
A number of high school graduates and college students struggle to find a career that pays well and they enjoy. A registered apprenticeship program in the construction industry can set you ahead for a life of financial success.
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Gender roles do not exist in the construction industry
Working in an industry that is predominately male can be intimidating for some women, but a growing number of females are proving they can have satisfying, successful careers despite being outnumbered on a construction jobsite.
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Construction careers offer satisfaction of working outdoors
According to a 2016 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics study, nearly half of all jobs require some outdoor work.
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When it comes to building a solid career, there are many reason to turn toward the trades
Adam Grosz could have gone to any college he wanted. He achieved straight A’s in nearly all of his high school classes and scored a 34 on the science portion of the ACT.
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Nation celebrates National Apprenticeship Week Nov. 13 to 17
The U.S. Department of Labor’s National Apprenticeship Week runs through November 17, and it provides an excellent way to recognize the benefits of apprenticeship and how it is helping so many Americans build solid, satisfying careers.
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Many millennials can excel in the trades, economists say
According to economists, not every young person is right for college, and the option to build a career in the trades may be just the answer for many millennials.