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skilled trades
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New York Postbusiness12 days ago
Meta launches $115 million training program for skilled trades with job guarantees
The company will cover training, transportation, certification and wages for participants. Pilot sites open later this year in four states. Graduates receive placement offers at Meta construction sites or elsewhere.
Fortunefinance27 days ago
Veterans face employment challenges as trade jobs remain unfilled
A study found roughly one-third of veterans struggle to secure full-time civilian work after leaving service. Skilled trades programs report openings in welding, HVAC, electrical, and construction fields.
ai41 days ago
Nvidia CEO Tells Carnegie Mellon Graduates AI Infrastructure Will Increase Demand for Trades Workers
Jensen Huang delivered the commencement address to Carnegie Mellon University’s class of 2026, urging electricians, plumbers and builders to seize the AI-driven industrial era. Capital expenditure from the largest U.S. tech firms could reach $700 billion this year while global da…
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Demand for Skilled Blue-Collar Jobs Remains High Despite Drop in Openings
Skilled trades such as electricians, plumbers, and factory workers continue to face high demand in the labor market. However, the number of job openings in these roles has decreased recently. This trend affects options available to young workers entering the workforce.