Hooray! Construction Career Day(s) will return in 2024! Why is having a construction career event important? Promoting a construction career day is important for high school and community career seekers for several reasons: Raising awareness: Many high school students and community members may not be fully aware of the opportunities and benefits of a career in construction. Promoting a construction career day helps to increase awareness about the various roles and possibilities within the construction industry. Education and information: Construction career days provide a platform for students and community members to learn about different construction trades, job requirements, skills needed, and potential career paths. It offers valuable information that can help individuals make informed decisions about their future careers. Addressing misconceptions: There are often misconceptions about the construction industry, such as it being solely manual labor, low-paying, or lacking growt
The WNC Construction Career Day is an event at the Smoky Mountain Event Center (Haywood County Fairgrounds) in Waynesville. This is an opportunity for WNC students to learn more about the construction industry, skilled trades, and the many careers that are in demand, talk with company representatives and participate in hands-on activities. Visit regularly for updates.