Ready to take your construction career to the next level?

Our Professional Pathways Program will prepare you for a career in the office side of construction, in roles like CAD drafter, assistant project engineer, project coordinator, estimator, and more.

Starting salaries range from $18 – $24/hour with the potential to make $40 – $50 after a few years in the field.

Get started and apply.

  • 1

    Attend Info Session

  • 2

    Complete application

  • 3

    Schedule interview

  • 4

    Get accepted

Schedule a Professional Pathways Info Session Now.

About Professional Pathways

Program Details:

  • 15 weeks

  • Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm

  • Saturday, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm

  • Training cohorts are offered 3 times a year and alternate between our East Garfield Park and Roseland locations. Get all the details at the info session.

Program Requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Valid driver’s license

  • One year of relevant experience or education

You’ll receive:

  • Expert training in AutoCAD, project management best practices, building systems, and more

  • A weekly stipend to help manage expenses while you learn
  • Transportation assistance
  • All necessary personal protective equipment
  • Job placement assistance​ once your training is complete
  • First Aid/CPR Certificate
  • North Star Digital Literacy certification

Location:

East Garfield Park

3410 West Lake Street, Chicago

Near various CTA bus lines and the Kedzie and Conservatory Green Line stops

Roseland

120 East 111th Street, Chicago

Near various CTA bus lines and the Metra Electric (ME) line