Throughout the month of October, organizations and businesses will celebrate Careers in Construction Month, promoting and celebrating career paths in the building trades industry.
The National Association of Home Builders has released a Careers in Construction Month Toolkit with ideas for promoting Careers in Construction Day on Oct. 10 and bringing awareness throughout the entire month. The Construction Careers Foundation also has a number of resources for promoting the importance of construction and the skilled trades to the home improvement industry and beyond.
See how independent retailers are supporting careers in the skilled trades:
Curtis Lumber Fosters the Trades as a Career Option With Students
Wehrung’s Cares Donates $5,000 in Store Credit to Trade School