Workforce Development
5 Ways to Start Recruiting the Next Generation of Skilled Workers
Residential construction industry members are encouraged to participate in workforce development activities, such as job shadowing or donating equipment during Career and Technical Education Month in February.
Build University Connects Students with Industry Professionals
Home building and educational leaders in Iowa collaborated to create a series of free online sessions for students to explore a variety of careers in construction.
Construction Career Days Captivate Students, Educate Parents
Robust community outreach and a solid social media strategy generated significant attention and attendance for the Home Builders Association of Greater Cincinnati’s Careers in Construction event.
More Skilled Workers, Simplified Regulations Needed to Improve Housing Affordability
The Hill’s Editor-at-Large Steve Clemons this week explored the current conditions of housing affordability with policymakers and industry leaders during the “Building the Dream” series’ final event.
NHE Offers Funding for Workforce Development Initiatives
The National Housing Endowment and the Skilled Labor Fund provide funding to HBAs for workforce development initiatives such as skilled trades training programs, local career fairs and construction management education.
How to Talk About Careers in Construction in Your Community
Share your story and talk about how the skilled trades can lead to a solid career and a well-paying salary to help attract the next generation of professionals.
Florida Apprenticeship Program Boosts Local Workforce
The Builders Association of North Central Florida and its partner Santa Fe College provide individuals with the opportunity to “earn while they learn.”
Close Out YP Week with a Virtual Happy Hour this Afternoon
NAHB YP will be hosting a virtual happy hour on Zoom today, Friday, Oct. 16, to give young building professionals and HBA YP chapter chairs a platform to connect.
What is Your YP Chapter Doing? Today is the Day to Let Us Know
As NAHB’s YP Week rolls along, today we focus on the awesome work so many YP chapters are doing in HBAs across the Federation.
Mobile Workshop Wheels in Next Gen Workforce
An 18-wheeler with eight skilled trade simulators was designed to introduce students to a career in the skilled trades and job opportunities in South Carolina.
