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The opportunities available to you in construction right now are real. The
need for more highways means more highway construction contracts. More contracts
means the need for more workers. But how do you find that first job? Where
do you start?
Taking
the First Step
It's easy to get a job in highway construction. Highway construction jobs
are listed in the newspapers, through vocational and technical schools,
at local job centers, through the civil service commission, and even on
the Internet. You can call local construction companies and inquire about
job openings or contact trade organizations like those sponsoring this
website. Getting your first job is as easy as filling out an application
or preparing a resume.
- Summer Jobs and Internships
Summer jobs and internships are available in highway design and construction
to those who qualify. Contact your local construction company or trade
organization to inquire about these opportunities.
- Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are designed for graduates or those seeking to start
out in the field of construction. After the required number of hours
of on-the-job learning, you earn a certification of occupational mastery
and can then move into jobs classified as "skilled" and earn
more money. Information about apprenticeships can be obtained through
your local building trades council or by contacting the Youth
Apprenticeship Program.
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Prepare a Resume
A resume is one of the most important tools
you will use to find a job in highway design and construction. Preparing
a resume isn't difficult. There are many books, libraries and bookstores,
as well as websites, like pacareerlink's
jobseeker that can guide you through the resume writing process.
Links
Click on any of the links below to search for your next job in construction.
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