The following links provide more information as you explore the world opportunities in the construction industry.

INDUSTRY OVERVIEW:

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Description: A must read for all construction Careers Seekers. This document provides a general description of the construction industry and will provide a foundation of knowledge before exploring the world of opportunities in the construction industry.

WAGE DATA:

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Description: Wage data for occupations in the construction industry.

EMPLOYMENT DEMAND DATA:

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Description: Employment demand data for the regional construction industry.

APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION:

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Description: An explanation of what an apprenticeship is.

CAREER INFORMATION:

CareerOneStop
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Description: Provides employment information and inspiration for all industries. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.

ConstructMyFuture.com 
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Description: Provides career information focusing on heavy equipment. Sponsored by the AED Foundation, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, and the Associated General Contractors of America

Make It Happen 
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Description: Provides career information in the residential construction sector. Sponsored by the Home Builders Institute and the National Association of Home Builders.

Michigan Career Portal 
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Description: Provides career information for all industries, as well as other helpful information for career seekers.

Michigan Construction Careers 
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Description: Provides career information on the union commercial construction sector. Sponsored by the Michigan union construction trades organizations.

TryTools.com 
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Description: Provides career information for the merit shop commercial construction sector. Sponsored by the Associated Builders and Contractors.

MyDreamExplorer.com 
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Description: Provides career information in all industries and ties that information to your Education Development Plan. This site requires a user name and password. Contact your guidance counselor or school administrator to gain full access. Created by the Michigan Virtual University.

CareerCruising.com 
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Description: Provides career information in all industries and ties that information to your Education Development Plan. This site requires a user name and password. Contact your guidance counselor or school administrator to gain full access. Created by Anaca Technology, Inc.

COMPETITIONS:

MITES Construction Competition
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Description: A construction trades competition organized by the Michigan Industrial Arts and Technology Education Society.

SkillsUSA Michigan
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Description: A vocational education competition that has trades, industrial and technical competitions including: individual carpentry, team carpentry, masonry, electrical, HVAC-R, plumbing and sheet metal.