NAHB Student Chapters

Dedication and well-rounded education earn students at Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School First Place in NAHB Student Competition at The International Builders' Show (IBS)

“I've developed many skills with NAHB that I know will help me with college, such as teamwork, out-of-the-box thinking, and time management,” said Butler. “I am planning to major in either computer science or construction management, and if it's the latter, all the knowledge I've gained in the house-construction process will put me ahead.”

Colgan High School

National Association of Home Builders awards first place to Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School team “It is an honor and very exciting to be recognized for the hard work our team has put into the project,” said Ethan Reyes, a junior at Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School and first-year competitor in the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) secondary construction management competition, h...

Next Generation of Builders Draws Crowds to NAHB Student Competition -- read on!

https://www.nahb.org/blog/2024/04/next-generation-of-builders-draws-crowds-to-nahb-student-competition

Next Generation of Builders Draws Crowds to NAHB Student Competition As a sign of the construction industry’s growing appeal among younger generations, more than 900 student attendees from around the country participated in the Student Competition at the 2024 International Builders’ Show. See which teams placed.

🎉 CONGRATS to all NAHB Student Competition winners!!! 🎉

Thank you to all teams who competed this year — We can’t wait to see you again next year at the 2025 The International Builders' Show (IBS)!

First Place Winners:
Secondary Architecture: York County Area Vocational-Technical School
Secondary Construction Management: Charles J. Colgan, Sr. High School
Associate Construction Management: Kirkwood Community College
4-Year Custom/Small Build: TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
4-Year Production Build: Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
Graduate Production Build: University of Denver

Be on the lookout for our student competition recap on NAHB’s blog!

A link to access all student-related photos will be included in a newsletter update and posted on NAHB.org/studentchapters in a few weeks.

The NAHB Student Competition is in Full Swing!

We're thrilled to be a part of the action at the NAHB Student Competition, and we're having an absolute blast connecting with incredible students and fellow professionals like you.

Swing by the PulteGroup booth to join in the excitement! We've got a spread of fun snacks and awesome swag waiting for you. Plus, our team is ready and eager to chat about all things homebuilding.

Whether you're on the lookout for an internship, exploring full-time opportunities, or simply curious about the world of homebuilding, we've got you covered. Stop by to learn more and discover how you can be a part of our team.

See you at the booth!

Find exciting opportunities and join our team:
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You can watch the Student Competition presentations from home or wherever you are by livestream!

The Custom/Small Home Build Competition (4-year) will be livestreamed here on the Student Chapters page. The Production Home Build Competition (4-year and graduate) will be livestreamed on NAHBTV - https://www.youtube.com/user/nahbtv

*Associate and High School will not livestream, but they will be recorded.

Competition schedules may be found here: www.nahb.org/competition

Thank you D.R. Horton Homes for sponsoring the livestreaming of the competitions!
Thank you, Magleby Construction and Development - sponsor of the Associate and High School competition
Thank you, America's Home Place - sponsor of the Custom/Small Home Build competition
Thank you, Pulte Homes - sponsor of the Production Home Build competition

Student Competition The competition gives students the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom to a real construction company by completing a management project/proposal.

🏠 Join PulteGroup at the NAHB Student Competition Next Week!

PulteGroup is excited to share that we'll be participating in the upcoming Student Competition, and we want to see YOU there!
Stop by our booth to say hey and learn more about exciting opportunities at Pulte. If you're interested in learning more about our products, internships, or full-time positions, we've got something for everyone. Follow us to learn more about who we are and what we build.

We can't wait to meet you!

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Our people are the story. Everywhere you look, you will find hard-working professionals who know that this is so much more than just a job. The culture here at D.R. Horton is unmatched, and our people make that a reality every single day.

Want to work with your hands, or is number crunching more your thing? Maybe you'd love to work directly with homebuyers or handle their data behind the scenes. No matter where you see yourself in the homebuilding process, D.R. Horton has a place for you. We’re currently offering full time positions and internships. Apply today!

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Welcome to the Future of Home Building!

PulteGroup, a national homebuilder, is blazing trails in green energy at their community, Babcock Ranch’s Innovation Way in Florida! They’re turning the dream of eco-friendly living into reality with innovative solutions such as an electric vehicle charging, app-controlled power, WiFi enabled lights, and innovative floor plans, all which make the future feel right at home.

At the heart of this endeavor lies PulteGroup’s foundational principle, “foresight for the future,” empowering them to fulfill their purpose of “building incredible places where people can live their dreams” while championing sustainability.

Learn more about Innovation Way’s homes at: https://www.pulte.com/innovation-way-smart-houses

Interested in building the future with PulteGroup? Check out their openings at: https://pultegroup.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PGI

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Are you ready for the International Builders The International Builders' Show (IBS)?!

The Student Competition presentation schedules are online - wishing luck to all competing students!

Did you know that anyone attending the IBS can watch the student competition? We hope to see industry professionals and HBA staff supporting the next generation of building professionals!

Student Competition The competition gives students the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom to a real construction company by completing a management project/proposal.

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? 🌟
We're thrilled to announce our internship program, where innovation meets opportunity! Hear one of our 2023 Interns, Savannah share her journey with PulteGroup.

Join us in making home buyers dreams come true.

👏 for all of the amazing studnet chapters and the local associations and industry professionals supporting them!

Top Ways HBAs Can Support Student Chapters Two HBA executive officers share tips and strategies that their HBAs have used to uplift and educate their chapters looking for ways to help their local student chapters.

Students traveling to the The International Builders' Show (IBS)? Any NAHB Student Chapter (or HBA/BIA on behalf of a chapter) may apply for a travel scholarship! Deadline Oct. 17

https://www.buildersshow.com/travel-scholarship

Travel Scholarship | IBS 2024 The National Housing Endowment IBS Scholarship provides money to NAHB student chapters to help offset travel expenses and participation in activities surrounding the annual Show.

Live in the DMV area? Stop by the National Building Museum this Saturday!

Join the National Building Museum this Saturday, Oct. 14, for a day filled with free, interactive activities from professions including construction, carpentry, plumbing, home remodeling, and more. NAHB and its workforce partners will be there! https://www.nbm.org/big-build/

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Apply for an IBS Scholarship The deadline to apply is next Friday, July 7. Apply today for a chance to attend the 2024 International Builders' Show.

***Attention Members ages 21 - 35***
IBS Scholarship application deadline is July 7! It’s an exciting opportunity available for members between the ages of 21-35 to apply to experience everything IBS has to offer. Selected recipients receive economy airfare, hotel accommodations and an Expo+Education Pass to the 2024 Builders' Show in Las Vegas and more. Apply at

2024 Builders' Show Scholarship | IBS 2024 Exclusively for NAHB members 21-35 years old. Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the IBS Scholarship Program.

GRANT OPPORTUNITY: community and technical colleges and community-based nonprofits. https://corporate.lowes.com/newsroom/press-releases/lowes-foundation-announces-50-million-gable-grants-program-help-meet-growing-demand-skilled-tradespeople-03-02-23

The national Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants program will accept applications for two-year grants to help build a sustainable infrastructure of innovative training programs to cultivate more job-ready tradespeople and address the skilled trades labor shortage throughout the U.S. The Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants program will also aim to increase the number of young and diverse tradespeople, particularly from underrepresented and rural communities.

The Lowe's Foundation Announces $50 Million Gable Grants Program to Help Meet Growing Demand for Skilled Tradespeople The Lowe's Foundation Announces $50 Million Gable Grants Program to Help Meet Growing Demand for Skilled Tradespeople

Students, are you ready to deliver a top-notch presentation? Take a look at some last minute tips from Toll Brothers

It's National Career Development Day! As a student you can advance your career-readiness any day. Same is true for mentors who want to help prepare future talent. Here are a few things you can do to invest in yourself/the future:

- Discuss your career goals with a teacher, industry professional, other mentor figure. Mentors, be willing to listen and respond thoughtfully when a student expresses their goals.

- Create/demonstrate S.M.A.R.T. objectives.

- Update your resume and LinkedIn profile. Mentors, offer to review/assist students.

- Practice interviewing so you're confident when the time comes. Mentors, offer to host a mock-interview; teach students how to negotiate their salary offer.

Club members at Ogeechee Technical College in Statesboro, GA, affiliated with Home Builders Association of Statesboro makes a manger for Memorial Baptist Church.

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We hope to see you in Las Vegas for 2023 International Builders Show January 31 – February 2. You can find additional information in the link below.

https://www.buildersshow.com/

NAHB International Builders' Show | IBS 2023 Your competitors will be in Las Vegas. Will you? Meet your business needs with an “unparalleled” marketing opportunity.

We hope you all have been having a successful please share any activities you did during this month and tag us. And check out the images below from the Kansas City HBA and Wagner Boys & Girls Club snack-tivity

Next Saturday, October 29 is Build Across America Day. Build Across America is NAHB’s national workforce development program that introduces young children to the trades during Careers in Construction Month. HBAs across the country will host this event for local children, grades K-6, on Oct. 29, 2022.

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View link below for additional information and to receive your event kit

https://www.nahb.org/forms/open/build-across-america

Build Across America Build Across America is NAHB’s national workforce development program that introduces young children to the trades during Careers in Construction Month.

Did you know construction is one of the largest industries in America?

"there is a tremendous demand for skills – and a tremendous opportunity for young people looking to make a difference in the world."



https://byf.org/why-construction-is-the-backbone-of-america/

Why Construction is the Backbone of America Construction has a significant role to play in the economy, and many other industries rely on construction in some capacity.

"There are many types of people involved in constructing a house... A lot of people with different skills come together to create something special"

What special skills do you bring to ?

View the video below to see how your skills can help you grow in your career.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zM52YEizz3Q

Encouraging Kids to Explore Careers in Construction Residential construction will need many more professionals in the coming years to meet home building demand. The skilled trades offer great career opportunit...