MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Upper Peninsula Construction Council (UPCC) has opened applications for its 2026-27 Construction Connect U.P. program.
Current high school juniors around the Marquette, Iron Mountain, or Escanaba areas interested in trades work can sign up for this job-site experience. This will allow them to work with HVAC, electric, and general contractors throughout their senior year.
The UPCC says students applying should prepare for a resume building workshop and formal interview process prior to joining the program.
“We’re trying to build on that foundation of awareness for high school students so that they can make a really good choice as to which craft fits them best,” said UPCC Executive Director, Mike Smith. “We want them to be happy and successful.”
To qualify, students must, at the time the program begins:
- Be a high school senior and at least 17 years of age.
- Be enrolled in a certified CTE Program.
- Have a driver’s license, or be in the process of obtaining one, and have reliable transportation.
- Pass a drug screen.
Applications can be found here, and are due March 31, 2026.
