February 3, 2026

Why Younger Workers Are (and Aren’t) Entering the Skilled Trades

As construction firms, manufacturers, and infrastructure projects face growing labor shortages, one question dominates workforce conversations: why aren’t more younger workers entering the skilled trades — and why are some starting to reconsider? The answer isn’t simple. Cultural stigma, college-first messaging, and changing career expectations have long pushed younger generations… Read More »Why Younger Workers Are (and Aren’t) Entering the Skilled Trades