350+ MCPS Students Connect with Employers at Construction Job Fair
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More than 350 Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students attended a construction job fair at Edison High School in Silver Spring on March 25, 2026, connecting with industry professionals as […]
More than 350 Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students attended a construction job fair at Edison High School in Silver Spring on March 25, 2026, connecting with industry professionals as they prepare to enter the skilled trades workforce. Organized by the Construction Trades Foundation in partnership with ABC Metro Washington and Donohoe Construction, the event featured 40 local companies and more than 70 hiring representatives. Students from Edison and Seneca Valley high schools, enrolled in programs such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC, masonry, plumbing, and construction design, participated after preparing resumes, portfolios, and interview skills in advance. Following the event, several employers reported identifying candidates for internships, summer jobs, part-time positions, and potential full-time roles after graduation. Organizers said the job fair demonstrates the impact of partnerships between education and industry while addressing workforce needs in the construction sector, highlighting demand for students with hands-on training and technical skills. Author Patrick Herron