October 01, 2026
WHEREAS, Careers in Construction Month is an annual month designated to increase public awareness and appreciation of construction craft professionals and the entire construction workforce; and,
WHEREAS, during this month, employers, associations and schools are encouraged to conduct job fairs, panel discussions, and local community events to inform students of the vast employment opportunities in construction; and,
WHEREAS, the construction industry is one of our nation’s largest industries, employing more than 8 million individuals in the U.S.; and,
WHEREAS, the construction industry needs more than 450,000 new craft professionals in 2027; and,
WHEREAS, we are pleased to honor the construction craft professional and the critical role they play in the development and growth of our state of; and,
WHEREAS, NCCER was created by the construction industry to standardize training and enhance the industry image by promoting the hard work and dedication of our nation’s craft professionals; and,
WHEREAS, the mission of NCCER’s Build Your Future initiative is to narrow the skills gap by guiding America’s youth and displaced workers into opportunities that lead to long-term rewarding careers in construction; and,
WHEREAS, the goal of the Build Your Future initiative is to shift the public’s negative perception about careers in the construction industry and provide a path for individuals to become craft professionals;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer , Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim October 2026, as CAREERS IN CONSTRUCTION MONTH.
