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SUMMARY:Boilermakers - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:High school seniors will get a firsthand look at what it means to build and maintain the structures that power our world. During this site visit to Boilermakers Local #83\, students will explore the skills\, tools\, and teamwork that define the boilermaker trade—from welding and rigging to metal fabrication and field construction. Participants will tour the training facility\, meet experienced union members and apprentices\, and learn about career pathways\, apprenticeships\, and the benefits of working in this high-demand field. This experience gives students a real-world glimpse into the craftsmanship\, safety\, and pride that come with a career as a Boilermaker.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/boilermakers-senior-day/
LOCATION:Boilermakers Local #83\, 5910 E 86th St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64138\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bricklayers & Allied Crafts - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:Seniors visiting BAC Local 15 explore their masonry apprenticeship\, where you “earn while you learn” tuition-free at a union-run training center. You’d observe and participate in hands-on demos in bricklaying and tuckpointing\, meet instructors\, and see facilities in their Kansas City training facility. Learn about the 3½-year program (156 hrs/year classroom + on-the-job hours)\, application steps\, and eligibility criteria.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/bricklayers-allied-crafts-senior-day/
LOCATION:Builders Association Education & Training Center\, 105 W 12th Ave\, North Kansas City\, MO\, 64116\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cement Masons & Operative Plasterers - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:At an Exploratory Day with OPCMIA Local 518 Cement Masons in Kansas City\, seniors learn about the apprenticeship program\, wages\, and benefits while touring training facilities. They observe hands-on demos like mixing and finishing concrete\, meet instructors and apprentices\, and hear about “earn while you learn” opportunities. Students review requirements (age 18\, driver’s license\, drug test)\, explore classroom and jobsite training\, and gain guidance on applying for this high-demand career path.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/cement-masons-operative-plasterers-senior-day/
LOCATION:Builders Association Education & Training Center\, 105 W 12th Ave\, North Kansas City\, MO\, 64116\, United States
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SUMMARY:Painters/Drywall Finishers IUPAT DC#3 - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:Seniors visiting the IUPAT District Council 3 Apprenticeship Training Center explore careers in painting\, drywall finishing\, glazing\, and sign/display work. Students will tour hands-on labs and potentially try activities like taping\, coating\, or glass cutting\, and learn about apprenticeship pathways\, safety\, and earning while learning. The visit highlights union training\, career growth\, and the role of skilled finishing trades in construction.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/painters-drywall-finishers-iupat-dc3-senior-day/
LOCATION:Builders Association Education & Training Center\, 105 W 12th Ave\, North Kansas City\, MO\, 64116\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carpenters: Mid-America Carpenter's Regional Council - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:Seniors visiting the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council in Kansas City gain insight into careers in carpentry\, millwork\, and interior systems. They tour state-of-the-art training areas\, talk to apprentices\, and participate in hands-on activities. The visit introduces apprenticeship opportunities\, emphasizes safety and precision\, and showcases how carpenters build essential structures while earning wages and advancing their careers.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/carpenters-mid-america-carpenters-regional-council-senior-day/
LOCATION:Mid-America Carpenter’s Regional Council\, 8955 E 38 Terrace\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64129\, United States
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SUMMARY:Women Who Build: Construction Pathway Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is a collaborative day between NICE\, The Greater KC Chapter of National Association of Women in Construction\, and Heartland Women in Trades to help inform and inspire the next generation of women in the construction industry during Women in Construction Week. \nThis is designed for young women grades 10-12 who are interested in careers in the construction field. This will allow them time to network with current tradeswomen and industry professionals who serve the construction industry. Learn insights from their experiences on what has made them successful and ask questions relevant to their and your experiences. Panel of tradeswomen\, professional service providers\, and project management staff in the construction field will provide career insights. Opportunities to network with peers and women in industry will be made possible. \nWomen Who Build: Pathway Day \n8:30 – Registration/Arrival \n8:45 – Opening Session \n9:00 – Keynote Speaker \n9:40 – Breakout Session 1 \n10:30 – Breakout Session 2 \n11:15 – Lunch and Tool Demonstrations \n12:15 – Mentor Minutes (Small group discussions at lunch tables) \n12:45 – Breakout Session 3 \n1:30 – Dismissal
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/women-who-build-construction-pathway-day/
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SUMMARY:Garney Construction - Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:Senior Day at Garney Construction gives high school seniors a unique\, hands-on experience to explore careers in the construction industry. Students engage with skilled professionals\, participate in equipment demonstrations and career-focused activities\, and learn about job-site safety. They will learn about project management\, safety\, trades\, and career pathways available at Garney Construction. This event fosters real-world connections and provides valuable insight into the skills\, opportunities\, and teamwork that drive success in construction. \nPlease RSVP to nate.zier@nice-kc.org
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/garney-construction-senior-day/
LOCATION:Garney Construction\, 1700 Swift St Suite 200\, North Kansas City\, MO\, 64116\, United States
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SUMMARY:Senior Day: Electrical Workers
DESCRIPTION:Senior Day at IBEW Local #124 offers high school seniors an inside look at careers as an electrician. Students tour the training facility\, hear directly from union electricians and apprentices\, learn about paid apprenticeships\, wages\, and benefits\, and explore pathways into the electrical trade.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/senior-day-electrical-workers/
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SUMMARY:iBuild Showcase
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe iBuild Showcase is an annual exposition hosted by NICE\, bringing together thousands of middle and high school students and their educators under one roof at the Kansas City Convention Center. The 2026 Showcase takes place on Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. \nAt iBuild\, participants engage in dozens of hands‑on\, career‑focused activities including nail‑driving contests\, bricklaying\, roof installation\, CAD drafting\, and heavy equipment operation like excavators and cranes. They interact face‑to‑face with professionals and exhibitors representing trades such as plumbing\, electrical\, carpentry\, masonry\, roofing\, civil engineering\, and more. \nStudents gain firsthand exposure to the diversity and technical skill of construction careers—from learning how to walk a beam safely\, handle surveying tools\, and use precision drafting software\, to understanding solar panel energy efficiency and safety protocols. Feedback from attendees consistently highlights newfound respect for trade professionals\, expanded career awareness\, and clarity on apprenticeships\, college\, and skilled‑trade pathways. \nSupported by industry partners—contractors\, utilities\, unions\, educational institutions—the iBuild Showcase fulfills NICE’s mission to bridge education and the built‑environment workforce. It offers educators and students a comprehensive\, immersive learning environment to explore opportunities in architecture\, engineering\, construction management\, and skilled trades.
URL:http://nice-kc.org/event/ibuild-showcase/
LOCATION:Kansas City Convention Center\, 301 W 13th St #100\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
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