BuildBright gives high schoolers a clear path to good‑paying work—without years of college debt. Create a mobile portfolio, match with nearby employers, and learn exactly which skills and certifications open doors.
For rural and small-town Texas sophomores: curious, hands‑on, ready to earn—but missing a bridge to real employers. BuildBright brings visibility to local jobs and apprenticeships, clarity on requirements, and a simple portfolio students and parents can trust.
Local apprenticeships and part-time roles in one place—no more word-of-mouth only.
Connect beyond parents’ or teachers’ contacts with verified employers and programs.
Know the certifications, tools, and training to get hired—before you apply.
We start where demand is strongest and youth pathways are clearest.
Example: CenterPoint plans ~800 hires by 2030, incl. 200 lineworkers in near-term. Houston demand is surging. Why BuildBright: direct access to young, local talent.
Firms like Crossland Heavy Contractors operate across industrial, commercial, and public works. Why BuildBright: steady apprentice pipelines for large projects.
Hubs in Brownsville–Harlingen and McAllen attract major players. Why BuildBright: surface machinists, welders, and general technicians fast.
High demand statewide; many apprenticeships start ~$18–$30+/hr across Dallas, Austin, San Antonio. Why BuildBright: match student profiles to high-pay roles.
Agencies recruit across mechanics, HVAC, heavy equipment, and CNC; the Texas Workforce Commission supports registered programs. Why BuildBright: efficient youth outreach at scale.
Texas leads the nation in construction and infrastructure growth — creating a deep labor gap for general contractors and trades. We launch where impact is highest and talent stays local when shown viable paths.
Construction jobs added Sep ’23–Sep ’24 (~5.1% growth).
Rural students are likelier to stay when they see strong options at home.
Prove outcomes in Texas, expand regionally, then scale nationwide.
Engagement that builds real-world skills and signals job-readiness to employers.
Earn points, climb leaderboards, and keep skill building consistent.
Share builds with photos/videos; turn class work into a searchable portfolio.
Bite-sized content mapped to each trade’s path and required skills.
Employers see who’s most engaged and ready for apprenticeships.
Sophomore-year DISC + career fit helps guide choices early.
Starter help for tools or short trainings to kick off work.
We’ll develop Texas case studies first, then expand regionally before going national. Focus is on employer value, student outcomes, and repeatable placement wins.
Estimated start-up cost
Off-shore web development
Other expenses
Financial institutions & employers help fund scholarships, tools, and early cohorts.
Students, parents, employers, and schools—join the waitlist for early access.
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