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The United States is facing a severe shortage of skilled tradespeople – especially in the manufacturing and construction sectors. As the lack of carpenters, welders, masons, plumbers, and electricians takes a toll on project timelines and budgets, Americans are increasingly paying attention to these roles.
The skilled trades are highly respected: 91% of Americans agree that trade jobs are just as important to society as white-collar jobs. However, almost as many (86%) agree that skilled trade careers are overlooked in schools today. Since many schools fail to properly prepare students to enter the trades, companies often play a crucial role in providing hand-on skills training, paid internships, and scholarships.
Recently, The Harris Poll’s Corporate Strategy & Reputation Practice surveyed 2,203 U.S. adults to uncover how Americans feel about the skilled trades, and how companies can better support workers looking to enter these professions.
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