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Build Program Summer 2026
8-Week Hands-On Workforce Program for young adults ages 17–24
Explore careers in the skilled trades and construction industry
Gain experience with tools, safety, teamwork, and job site skills
Earn industry-recognized certifications including OSHA-10, Forklift, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift, and Hilti Tools training
Participate in career readiness workshops focused on resumes, interviewing, communication, and professionalism
Learn through real-world projects and hands-on building activities
Connect with mentors, industry professionals, and local employers
Build confidence, workplace skills, and a clearer path toward future education and career opportunities
Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on growth, accountability, and opportunity
Build Program Winter 2026
The Fortitude Build Program is a pre-apprenticeship training program that:
Prepares young adults for entry into the construction workforce
Offers life mastery coaching including communication, accountability, financial literacy, and goal setting
Connects participants with industry mentors, employers, and support services
Each 8-week cohort includes:
Daily instruction in construction fundamentals
OSHA-10 safety certification
Fork Lift, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, Traffic Flagger and Hilti Tools Certifications
Site visits and hands-on projects
Workforce readiness training
The program is designed to serve those who are motivated to build a better future, but who may lack the traditional resources or networks to do so. Fortitude provides a supportive, skills-based training environment that prepares young adults for careers in the construction trades, while also building essential life skills.
Build Program Summer 2025
The program offers curriculum for Life Skills, Careers Services, Financial Literacy, and Construction Trades Job Readiness.
The program is open to young adults (17-24) with a High School Diploma or GED who are interested in a career in the construction trades.
Click the link to complete the application to apply: Apply.
If you have any questions, please send an email to: admissions@fortitudecareers.org!
PAST EVENTS Exploring Construction Careers Workshop- March, 7, 2025
Free ECC Workshop for high school juniors and seniors at the Webcor The Biosolids Digester Facilities Project Job Site.
Build Program Winter 2025
Build Program Winter 2025 started on January 21, 2025.
The program offers curriculum for Life Skills, Careers Services, Financial Literacy, and Construction Trades Job Readiness.
The program is open to young adults (17-24) with a High School Diploma or GED who are interested in a career in the construction trades.
Click the link to complete the application to apply: Apply.
If you have any questions, please send an email to: admissions@fortitudecareers.org!
Build Program Summer 2024
Fortitude Careers has started accepting applications for the Summer 2024 Program starting in June 2024.
The program offers curriculum for Life Skills, Careers Services, Financial Literacy and Construction Trades Job Readiness.
The program is open to young adults (17-24) with a High School Diploma or GED that are interested in a career in the construction trades.
Click the link to complete the application to apply: Apply.
If you have any questions, please send an email to: admissions@fortitudecareers.org!
Exploring Construction Careers Workshop - March 29, 2024
Sign up for the Free ECC Workshop at the Webcor Bay Meadows Job Site!
Click here to complete our Application form. Be sure to select the date March 29, 2024.
Our Admissions team will contact you to confirm your enrollment.
