Shelter-in-place rules, project shutdowns and social distance mandates spurred by COVID-19 have disrupted career starts for this year’s engineering and construction graduate hires and interns—with job commitments and work parameters changing for many.

Restrictions already have disrupted the craftworker pipeline, with many programs shuttered, severely limited and now coping with new rules of engagement.

At the start of my son’s junior year in high school, I tagged along with him to meet with his school career counselor to discuss post-graduation plans.

By showing students what’s actually happening in the industry, they can be convinced that construction is a tech-focused, engaging, and exciting place to be.

Young leaders share views on how the industry should address challenges; Nominations for the 2018 regional Young Professionals competitions are due NOVEMBER 13.