Construction Career Path

Military

Description

  • Requirements to enlist in the U.S. military | USAGov
  • Military: Military and Veteran Benefits, News, Veteran Jobs | Military.com
  • Joining the military can be an exciting and life-changing experience. There are a lot of reasons young men and women across the United States show an interest in the Armed Forces. Some have a multigenerational respect for the military and want to serve like their older relatives did. Others want job security and the benefits that come along with being in the military. Whatever the reason, joining the military can create a great foundation for future personal growth.
  • Military Branches:

Required

  • Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien
  • Be at least 18 years old (17-year-old applicants require parental consent)
  • High school diploma or equivalent(with very few exceptions)
  • Pass a physical medical exam
  • Meet the enlistment requirements of the specific branch of the military you are interested in

Included

  • On the job training
  • Free School
  • Drivers Ed
  • Military discount

 

 

Build Your Construction Career Path - For the Future

Going on a construction career path has many lanes that all intersect at some point. Your journey can start anywhere at anytime and this is a representation on what that would look like along with the proper steps to succeed on your path.

There are three paths; Apprentice Path (in green), High School/Technology Path (in rust), and the College Path (in blue). You can cross back and forth and explore different career options which could lead you to become the CEO or owner of a company.

Click on any of the colored buttons below to learn more about each opportunity. For a detailed visual of the chart, click here.

Apprenticeship Path



Apprenticeship

Skilled Trades
Master Craftsperson
Foreman
Superintendent








High School/Tech Path
High School
Military

Community College

Administrative Support
Technical Support
Draftsperson
Office Manager

Estimator
Project Manager
Safety
Senior Management
Vice President

CFO, COO, CEO, Owner
College Path



College/University

Construction Manager
Civil Engineer
Architect
Business/Sales/Marketing








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