Home Builders Institute - HBI

10/16/2026

The best part of learning a trade? Passing those skills on. 🛠️

At HBI’s Camp Pendleton program, one of our students has gone from learning carpentry to studying electrical, and now he’s helping the next group of carpentry students prepare for their tool certifications!

He’s showing them proper techniques, sharing advice, and helping them build confidence before putting their skills to the test.

That’s what we love to see at HBI. Students supporting students, learning from one another, and building the teamwork that makes a difference on the jobsite.

During Careers in Construction Month, we’re celebrating the people and programs creating new opportunities in the skilled trades.

HBI’s no-cost DoD SkillBridge program helps transitioning service members prepare for their next chapter with hands-on construction training.

Interested in training? https://formstack.io/831C4

Employers looking for skilled talent: https://hbi.org/recruit/

10/16/2026

October is Careers in Construction Month, and we’re celebrating the people who help build the next generation of skilled trades professionals!

Meet Mark, a carpentry instructor at HBI’s Phoenix academy. With more than 30 years of experience in carpentry, from framing houses to supervising construction crews, Mark has spent the past 3 years sharing his knowledge with HBI students.

For Mark, the best part of teaching is watching students develop new skills, find jobs, and create better opportunities for themselves and their families.

He also appreciates working alongside a team that shares his passion for helping students succeed.

This Careers in Construction Month, we’re proud to recognize instructors like Mark who are helping more people discover the possibilities of a career in the skilled trades.

Learn more about HBI at https://hbi.org/

10/14/2026

Careers in Construction Month is about recognizing the people who build our communities and making sure more people have the opportunity to join them.

For veterans, transitioning service members, young adults and career changers, the skilled trades can offer a meaningful path forward.

At HBI, we're proud to help make those opportunities possible through tuition-free, hands-on training that prepares individuals for careers in residential construction.

Every skill learned and every career opportunity created is another step toward strengthening our workforce and the communities we serve.

Learn more about HBI and our mission at https://hbi.org/


10/13/2026

AI is changing the workforce, but the demand for skilled trades isn't going anywhere.

HBI President and CEO Ed Brady spoke with Wyoming Public Media about the resurgence of Job Corps and the importance of preparing young people for careers that technology can't easily replace.

Read the story:

The Trump administration tried to shut down campuses last year. Courts kept them open, but enrollment plummeted. Now, it’s on the rise again.

10/13/2026

Meet Kevin, a Navy veteran who's gaining hands-on construction experience through HBI.

Recently, Kevin had the opportunity to work on a Habitat for Humanity home in Jacksonville, putting his training into practice alongside his fellow trainees.

In this video, he talks about the teamwork involved and what it's like to see the walls of a home come together.

It's a great example of how hands-on training gives people the opportunity to learn new skills while doing meaningful work in their communities.

10/12/2026

🏫 The 2027 Schools to Skills Grant is NOW OPEN!

Want to bring hands-on construction trades training to your students? HBI is helping secondary schools and school districts do just that, at no cost for two years!

Through the Schools to Skills Grant, eligible schools receive HBI’s nationally recognized PACT curriculum, educator training and ongoing support to help students build real skills for real careers.

🔨 75% hands-on learning
⚡ Training in carpentry, electrical and plumbing
🎓 Industry-recognized credentials
💰 No cost to participating schools for two years

Made possible through the generous support of The Home Depot Foundation and the National Housing Endowment.

📅 Applications are open through December 18, 2026.

Help bring more career opportunities into the classroom!

Apply today: https://smr.to/p112308

10/09/2026

Building skills. Creating opportunities. Strengthening Puerto Rico's construction workforce. 🛠️

At HBI's BuildStrong Academy - Puerto Rico, education, industry and employers are coming together to help more people explore careers in the skilled trades and prepare for opportunities in construction.

These partnerships are helping build a stronger workforce while opening doors for the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

🎥 Take a look at what's happening at the Academy!

Interested in a career in construction? Learn more: https://hbi.org/pr/

Proud to recognize the support of the Puerto Rico Department of Housing ( ) and the work of BuildStrong Academy of Puerto Rico.

10/08/2026

🏗️ Building Puerto Rico’s Future Through Partnership and Opportunity

We were honored to join the Asociación de Constructores de Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico Builders Association in celebrating its 75th Anniversary and Annual Convention alongside industry leaders, employers, and community partners who are helping shape the future of construction across Puerto Rico.

As workforce needs continue to grow, collaboration is more important than ever. Through BuildStrong Academy - Puerto Rico , supported by the Puerto Rico Department of Housing (PRDOH), students are gaining the hands-on training, industry-recognized skills, and career connections needed to succeed in the skilled trades.

Our tuition-free programs in Masonry, Electrical, Carpentry, and Plumbing are helping individuals build brighter futures while strengthening the workforce that will support Puerto Rico’s continued growth and development.

We are also grateful for the support of our employer partners, including BLDM, LLC, Martinal Group, Villavicencio & Associates Construction, Vision Walls & Finishes, and Jobs at PR, LLC. Their commitment helps ensure students graduate with real-world experience, industry insight, and direct access to employment opportunities.

Congratulations to the Puerto Rico Builders Association on 75 years of impact and leadership, and thank you to and all of our partners for investing in the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Together, we're not just training workers. We're building careers, strengthening communities, and developing the workforce Puerto Rico needs for the future. 💙🔨

10/08/2026

The skilled labor shortage isn't just a construction issue. It's a national conversation that impacts housing, communities, and our economy.

HBI helps lead that conversation by sharing its expertise with national media, industry leaders, and workforce partners. From discussing the need for skilled trades professionals to highlighting innovative workforce development solutions, HBI helped bring greater awareness to one of our industry's biggest challenges.

Every interview, article, and conversation was an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the people entering the skilled trades, the employers searching for talent, and the programs creating real solutions.

By continuing to educate, advocate, and collaborate, HBI is helping ensure the skilled trades remain part of the national conversation and inspiring more people to explore careers that build stronger communities.

The conversation doesn't stop here. Explore HBI's latest news, media coverage, and workforce insights to see how we're helping shape the future of the skilled trades.

Read more: https://hbi.org/news/

10/07/2026

Build your career while helping others build theirs.

During Careers in Construction Month, we celebrate not only the people building America, but also the instructors and professionals helping prepare the next generation to enter the industry.

HBI is hiring skilled trades instructors and other professionals in communities across the country. If you have experience, knowledge and a passion for helping others succeed, there may be a place for you at HBI.

See where your experience can make an impact and explore current openings: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=a3ebe319-c72a-476e-93f5-cc8a6f5b247e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US