Job Corps

HBI's Job Corps programs provide training in 10 residential construction trades for youth ages 16-24 located throughout the country. Curriculum also includes employability skills. Housed in the U.S. Department of Labor, Job Corps is the nation’s oldest and largest residential education and training program for men and women ages 16-24.



HBI has partnered with Job Corps for more than 40 years. Today, HBI's Job Corps progams are located at 73 Job Corps sites and offers pre-apprentice training in:

Click here to find an HBI Job Corps program in your area. 

For more information about HBI's Job Corps programs, please contact Tasya Arrington at 800-795-7955 x8933.

TRAINING PROCESS

HBI Job Corps training uses a hands-on approach that combines technical and employability skills with core academics.  Students' trade skills are put into practice with contractors on community service projects.   » READ MORE

CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTORS

HBI works closely with the home building industry to provide current and effective training. Based on standards developed by residential construction experts and educators.  » READ MORE

EMPLOYERS & PARTNERSHIPS

HBI Job Corps serves more than 3,000 at-risk men and women each year, providing a qualified workforce for the home building industry. Through the work of staff and graduates, HBI Job Corps has built relationships with corporations, home builder associations, small businesses and more.  » READ MORE