2026 CARP Graduates Ready for Sponsorship
The 2026 CARP cohort has successfully completed their training and is eager to begin their careers in the skilled trades. Many graduates are still seeking sponsorship opportunities to help
Volunteer with MyWIC Summer Camp and Inspire the Next Generation of Women in Construction
GBCA is proud to support Mentoring Young Women in Construction (MyWIC), a program introducing young women across the Philadelphia region to careers in the skilled trades. MyWIC is currently
GBCA Participates in Union Experience Fair at South Philadelphia High School
GBCA participated in a Union Experience Fair on Friday, May 1, at South Philadelphia High School as part of National Apprenticeship Week. The event brought together students, educators, and
GBCA Connects with Students at Mastery Schools Postsecondary Fair
On April 9, GBCA participated in the Mastery Schools Annual Postsecondary Fair at the Mastery Charter Pickett Campus in Germantown. Students from six Mastery campuses—Pickett, Lenfest, Simon Gratz, Hardy
GBCA Connects with Students at Philadelphia CTE Career Fair
On March 24, GBCA participated in the City of Philadelphia’s CTE Career Fair at Drexel University’s School of Engineering. The event welcomed students from West Philadelphia High School, providing
GBCA Connects with Students at Laborers’ Training Center Career Event
On March 12, GBCA attended the Senior Success Seminar at the Laborers’ Training Center, an event designed to introduce local high school students to career opportunities in construction, design,
GBCA Connects with Students at Williamson Spring Career Fair
On March 10, GBCA participated in the Spring Career Fair at Williamson College of the Trades in Media, Pennsylvania. Alongside more than 175 companies, GBCA met with students to
GBCA Participates in Belmont Charter High School’s Annual Trade Fair
On Friday, February 13, GBCA participated in the Belmont Charter High School Annual Trade Fair in Center City, joining colleges, universities, and trade programs to introduce students to career
CARP MLK Day of Service 2026
On Saturday, January 17, GBCA, the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, and the Carpenters Contractor Trust (CCT) came together to host the annual CARP Martin Luther King
NAWIC Philadelphia Hosts Annual Block Kids Event
On Saturday, November 8, the Philadelphia chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) hosted its annual Block Kids competition at the Sheet Metal Workers Local 19