SKILLED INDY
YOUTHBUILD
Free Construction Training for Youth (Ages 18–24) | Earn Your GED + Career Credentials
Build Your Future with Skilled US & YouthBuild
Are you between 18 and 24 years old and ready to build a better future? Skilled US is now enrolling young adults in our free hands-on construction training program through a $1.3 million YouthBuild grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.
This program is designed for young adults who are out of school or unemployed, who want to gain real-world job skills, earn their GED, and start a career in construction or skilled trades.
FREE NCCER-certified construction training
GED classes and academic support
Paid work-based learning opportunities
Nationally recognized industry credentials
Job placement support and mentorship
12 months of follow-up support after graduation
Why Choose Skilled US?
Whether you’re looking to start a career in carpentry, general contracting, HVAC, or green energy, this program gives you the tools, training, and connections to succeed.
Workforce Training
Participate in immersive construction training on active job sites
Academic Development
Develop leadership skills and work ethic through service-based learning
Support Services
Benefit from one-on-one mentoring, career counseling, and job placement assistance
NCCER-aligned
Earn NCCER certifications and other industry-recognized credentials
At Skilled US, we believe every young adult deserves a pathway to success. With funding from the Department of Labor’s YouthBuild program, our curriculum combines workforce training, academic development, and wraparound support services all in one place.
Our program is NCCER-aligned, giving you construction training that’s respected by employers across the country. You’ll work on real job sites, build your resume, and walk away with the skills employers are looking for.
“This isn’t just job training. This is about transforming your life, and your future.”
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be 18–24 years old
Not currently enrolled in school or working full-time
Interested in earning a GED and starting a career in construction or trades
Reside in Indianapolis, IN
Employers & Community Partners – Get Involved!
We’re actively seeking community partnerships to enhance this program.
If your organization wants to:
Offer
Offer community service hours
Partner Now!
Provide
Provide internships or work-based learning
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Hire
Hire workforce-ready young adults
Partner Now!
Host
Host construction-related projects or site visits
Partner Now!
We want to hear from you!
Our YouthBuild program helps close the skills gap in the construction industry while empowering young people with meaningful career opportunities. Together, we can build stronger communities, one future at a time.
Together, we can build stronger communities, one future at a time. To learn more or explore partnership opportunities, visit:
www.skilledus.org
Skilled US is a national workforce development organization that provides tuition-free education and career training to adults and Opportunity Youth. With a focus on underserved populations, Skilled US connects individuals to high-demand career pathways through hands-on training, wraparound services, and employer-aligned partnerships.
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Seats are limited. Complete the interest form online to get started or contact our team directly at
317-883-7020 or info@skilledus.org
