Explore career opportunities in construction, masonry, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, ironworking, welding, HVAC, and more.
Our Building Trades Career Pathways (BTCP) program opens new doors for individuals interested in pursuing careers in the building trades industry. BTCP is a career-exploration program examining the skilled trades from “a day in the life” perspective. Individuals will participate in classroom and hands-on learning activities, while also engaging in job-readiness and employability-skills training.
The BTCP program is industry- and employer-led and designed. Industry is at the very core of this program, and our goal is to retain and grow our employer and industry involvement through our Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). The IAC consists of employers, associations, unions, and individuals who are crucial to the overall success of the building trades industry and are passionate about contributing to the next generation of professionals in the skilled trades.
The IAC oversees and drives the strategic growth of the BTCP program, providing input on curriculum development, program design, and strategic partnerships, and building stronger collaboration between the industry, employers, and workforce preparing a new pipeline of qualified talent.
The first cohort of the BTCP program will begin in October 2025. Now is the time to learn more and enroll. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to start your journey on a path toward securing a job in the building trades.
- Electrical
- Welding
- Plumbing and steamfitters
- Ironworking
- Operating engineers (specific to those operating heavy-duty equipment)
- Construction
- Carpentry
- HVAC
- Maintenance
- Painting and coating
- Offshore wind
- And so much more!
Eligibility Requirements
Individuals interested in participating in the BTCP program must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Drug-free
- Pass an entry math assessment
- Have a valid driver’s license
A high school diploma/GED as well as a vehicle are preferred, but not required to enroll in the BTCP program.
What To Expect
- An introduction to the building trades and working conditions for each profession
- Basic workplace safety and how to use personal protective equipment
- The opportunity to hear from a variety of industry tradesmen from a “Day in the Life” perspective
- Field trips to partner organizations’ training facilities
- Hands-on practice, mock interviews, and virtual reality building trades experience
- Pathways to entering and advancing in the building trades
- The option to earn an OSHA-10 Certification (general or construction) upon successful completion of the program
- And so much more!