Chapter Programs

AGC of America's 96 chapters have launched and participate in many innovative and comprehensive outreach programs and projects devoted to introducing the next generation to the many career opportunities available in commercial construction. The activities listed below represent a sample of those conducted by AGC chapters nationwide.

Construction Career Days

The Construction Career Days events are an industry-sponsored workforce development tool that introduce high school students to careers in the construction industry and support the pipeline that will provide the professionals of tomorrow. The Construction Career Days have proven highly successful in promoting the construction industry and the careers it offers to America's youth. Activities such as operating heavy equipment, welding, testing materials, surveying, crane simulators, and demonstrating the use of personal protective equipment, offer students a glimpse of the diversity of careers in the industry.

The Associated Construction Publications published an article in August 2007 discussing the Construction Career Days movement.

The Georgia Branch put together a long article with pictures of their recent event.

A packet of information put together by the New York State Statewide CCD Steering Committee includes an overview of the committee structure, activities and sample registration and evaluation forms.

The Arizona Construction Career Days Committee has a great student evaluation form.

Construction Career Days activities take place in dozens of states; some of which have set up dedicated websites:

Construction Education Foundations

Several AGC chapters have joined with other associations to form training and education foundations that engage in a variety of workforce development, educational outreach, and training programs.

Kansas Construction Learning Center

Two AGC chapters, AGC of Kansas and Kansas Contractors Association, joined with the Kansas Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction and numerous companies to host the Kansas Construction Learning Center at the Kansas State Fair in September 2007. Over the 10-day fair, the coalition offered hands-on activities for kids of all ages and supplemental information for adults on careers in construction. The group has put together a copy of the business plan to help others interested in replicating the project.

Chicago Construction Career Opportunity

This collective effort between The Builders Association, which is the AGC chapter in Chicago, the City Colleges of Chicago and community groups, offers pre-apprenticeship programs in carpentry, cement masonry, bricklaying, and plumbing. Read the article

Wyoming Contractors Association partnership with CLIMB Wyoming

Since 2004, the Wyoming Contractors Association's McMurry Training Center has provided training in truck driving, heavy equipment operation, and carpentry to more than 200 single moms. Read the article

ACE Mentor Program

AGC of America is a national partner of the ACE Mentor Program, an after-school program for selected high school students interested in pursuing an advanced career in architecture, construction, or engineering (ACE). ACE makes a special attempt to reach students that otherwise may not become aware of the challenges and rewards of a career in the design and construction industry. Several chapters, as well as a number of member companies, are involved in this program.