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The future of the construction industry depends on strong, engaging education programs that get younger generations interested in construction and technical careers. Construction management and construction-focused engineering programs are gaining ground in colleges and universities across the country, providing more opportunities than ever for students to immerse themselves in this rewarding industry. Read about resources for learning about scholarships, program and technical training opportunities.



National Technical Institute Recognizes 103 Graduates

National Technical Institute (NTI), a vocational trade school founded in 2003, recognized 103 graduates who earned HVAC, plumbing and electrical certificates at its Phoenix campus. Family, friends and instructors celebrated the students at the Phoenix campus's largest graduating class on July 10, 2026, at its 10,000-sq.-ft....


North Georgia Technical College Breaks Ground On Center

North Georgia Technical College officials, community leaders, members of the Thomas T. and Bernice F. Irvin family and college supporters gathered June 16, 2026, to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Irvin Agriculture Event Center, a project made possible through a $900,000 gift from the Thomas T....


WVDOT Honors Future Engineers at Scholarship Luncheon

The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) hosted a scholarship luncheon, to honor four students with the Division of Highways Scholarship. Recognizing their contributions as co-op employees and their potential as future leaders in infrastructure and technology.The four honorees selected for the scholarship are:• Ava Edmonds• Max Hall• Marina Hanna• Justin RobesonThe recipients were chosen for their work as co-ops with the WVDOT over the past several years during their summer breaks from various colleges and universities....


AED Foundation Celebrates 150th Recognized High School Milestone

As the equipment industry continues to face a shortage of an estimated 10,000 technicians each year, the AED Foundation (AEDF) is expanding its efforts to build the future workforce by reaching a major milestone: Waukegan High School has become the Foundation's 150th AEDF Recognized High School....


Operator Habits That Impact Wheel Loader ROI

While modern wheel loaders continue to evolve with intelligent drivetrains, fuel-efficient designs and advanced hydraulics, the machines themselves are only half of the equation when it comes to return on investment (ROI)....


AED Foundation's Instructor's Conference Connects Educators, Industry

The AED Foundation (AEDF) successfully hosted its 2026 Instructor's Conference on June 10–11, 2026, in Schaumburg, Ill., bringing together 62 instructors representing 42 equipment, diesel and related technical training programs from across North America, along with 24 industry representatives dedicated to strengthening the future workforce....


Weather It Better: Prepare Before Summer Storms Strike

Summer storm season is here, but having the right outdoor power equipment on hand can help you weather storms better, said the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). "If you think ahead, you can mitigate damage from high winds, flooding, wildfires and other storm surprises," said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI, an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles and golf cars....


SC&RF Regonizes 2025 Workforce Ambassador Award Winners

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF) recognized the recipients of the 2025 Workforce Ambassador Awards during the SC&RA Annual Conference Awards & Recognition Dinner, Amelia Island, Fla., April 24, 2026, honoring companies and organizations that are making a lasting impact on workforce development across the specialized transportation, crane and rigging industry....


Philadelphia Phillies, NEST to Host Skilled Trades All-Star Program for Local Philadelphia Students

The Philadelphia Phillies and NEST, the pioneer of integrated facilities management, will partner to host the Skilled Trades All-Star Program, an immersive, hands-on experience designed to introduce Philadelphia students to career opportunities in the skilled trades....


Trimble Empowers Future Skilled Workforce Through National SkillsUSA Sponsorship

Trimble announced a collaboration with SkillsUSA to provide leading technology and training to career and technical education (CTE) students across the United States. By integrating advanced modeling and geospatial tools into classrooms, trade training programs and state and national competitions, the collaboration aims to help prepare a workforce capable of meeting the demand for more than 450,000 new construction professionals in 2027....



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