Construction Inspectors

Field trips to construction sites and interviews with contractors or building trade officials are good ways to gain practical information about what it is like to work in the industry and how best to prepare for it. Summer jobs at a construction site provide an overview of the work involved in a building project. Students may also seek part-time jobs with a general contracting company, with a specialized contractor (such as a plumbing or electrical contractor), or as a carpenter's helper. Jobs in building supply houses will help students become familiar with construction materials.

The American Society of Home Inspectors offers continuing education courses for non-members that provide insight into the profession at https://www.ashiedge.com/diweb/start. The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors provides a variety of webinars that provide an overview of the inspection process at https://www.nachi.org/webinars.