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About Construction Careers Foundation

The mission of Construction Careers Foundation is to increase the diversity of entrants to the construction trades and foster long-term construction careers. By promoting career opportunities and encouraging young people to apply for registered apprenticeships in the construction trades, we are helping to build the workforce that will build Minnesota’s future, while helping young people realize the dream of a good-paying career that brings out their greatest potential.

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Reasons To Consider A Career In The Trades

Less Student Debt

The choice is yours: In four years you could earn $144,000 or go into debt with thousands of dollars in student loans.

It's Challenging

The Construction Building Trades are going green and using the latest in technology innovation to build our communities.

Sense of Pride

You’ll help build the world around you and be able to show it to your family and friends.

The Money Is Good

Construction workers in Minnesota make over $27/hour on average, well above the national average.

You'll Get Fit

You'll build muscle and increase the strength of your body and your community at the same time.

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Learn more from people in the trades and read their success stories.