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Initiatives to Encourage Students to Enter the Skilled Trades
From hands-on discovery days to job shadowing and more, there are plenty of creative and immersive ways to welcome students into the world of construction—and maybe even a career.
By Ryan Aalsma
July 24, 2024
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by Ryan Aalsma
Ryan Aalsma is executive vice president and general manager in San Antonio for Skanska USA Building.
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