Earlier engagement through school programs is just one way to get young people interested in construction. Here are a few others

States such as Texas, California, and Florida are hiring more female construction workers

During a seven-year period, the share of construction workers aged 25 and younger increased to more than 10%

Maintenance and repair workers are the most in demand currently, with 55,579 active job opportunities available in the US

Wage growth for residential building workers continued during March, but at a slower pace than during the previous month

Workers in construction management roles may earn a higher median wage, but on average, lower-paid occupations have experienced somewhat faster wage growth

Housing industry worker wages have been trending upward over the past eight months, but February saw wages grow the fastest they have in more than two years

The construction job openings rate increased slightly during February, indicating an ongoing skilled labor shortage

The event, to be held on March 7 in Reno, Nev., will provide information for women and high school girls about the benefits of working in the construction industry and the varied career options available