CIEF - Construction Industry Education Foundation
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WHERE INDUSTRY MEETS THE CLASSROOM

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY EDUCATION FOUNDATION
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Building Pathways. Creating Opportunity.

CIEF connects students, educators, and industry partners through hands-on programs, scholarship opportunities, and events that support the future of the built environment.

High School Programs
High School Programs
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Hands-on programs that introduce students to construction careers and connect classroom learning with real-world industry experience.

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Scholarships
Scholarships
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Helping students pursue careers in construction, skilled trades, architecture, engineering, and related fields.

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CIEF Industry Events
Industry Events
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CIEF industry events bring together contractors, educators, students, and supporters while helping fund scholarships, student programs, and workforce development initiatives.

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2025-2026 CIEF Programs
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Inspiring the Next Generation

Watch how CIEF programs connect students with hands-on experiences, industry professionals, and real opportunities in the built environment.

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“CIEF’s Design Build Competition® is the hands-on experience that we need to provide to high school students.”
Monica Jacobs
Previous Board Member
“The Design Build Competition® completely changed my plans for the future.”
Joseph
Student from Live Oak High School
“What a great event to get local students excited about careers in construction and the trades skills.”
Tom
Workforce Advisor from Transfr
“CIEF’s Design Build Competition® is the hands-on experience that we need to provide to high school students.”
Monica Jacobs
Previous Board Member
“The Design Build Competition® completely changed my plans for the future.”
Joseph
Student from Live Oak High School
“What a great event to get local students excited about careers in construction and the trades skills.”
Tom
Workforce Advisor from Transfr
© Copyright 1901-2026 Construction Industry Education Foundation
In Partnership with the Sacramento Regional Builders Exchange
5370 Elvas Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95819 p: 916.442.8991
2211 Michelson Drive, Suite #900-127, Irvine, CA 92612
2001 Ross Avenue, Suite #700-182, Dallas, TX 75201 p: 214.241.1090
  • ABOUT
    • Board of Trustees
    • STAFF
    • DEI Statement
    • In The News
    • Job Opportunities
    • Grants
    • Refund Policy
  • CHAPTERS
    • DFW
    • HOUSTON
    • CENTRAL TEXAS
    • NORCAL
    • SOCAL
    • INDY
    • OREGON
  • Programs
    • CREATE Competition
    • Design Build >
      • CALIFORNIA >
        • Northern California
        • Southern California
      • OREGON >
        • Salem
      • TEXAS >
        • DFW
        • Houston
        • Central TX
      • INDIANA >
        • Indiana
      • Las Vegas
      • FAQ
    • Trades Day >
      • California >
        • Chico
        • Humboldt
        • Inland Empire
        • Los Angeles
        • South Central Coast Trades Day
        • Sacramento - High Schools
        • Sacramento - Middle Schools
        • San Diego
        • Santa Cruz
        • Alameda
        • Tulare & Kings Counties
      • INDIANA >
        • Indianapolis
      • New Mexico >
        • Albuquerque
      • Texas >
        • DFW
        • Houston
        • Austin
        • San Antonio
      • Oregon >
        • Portland
      • Trades Day Resources
    • Plumb Perfect
    • NEXT Young Professionals
    • Scholarships
  • Get Involved
    • View Programs in Your Area
    • Regional Board of Directors
    • Mentoring
    • Instructors
  • Classes
  • Events
    • Crab Feed
    • WIC Week Brunch & Resolution Celebration
    • Spring Golf Tournament
    • Design Build Competition
    • Charity Golf Classic
    • Masters Golf Tournament
    • 125th SRBX Gala
    • Women in Construction >
      • WIC 2026 Registration
      • 2025 Sessions + Speakers
      • 2026 Call for WIC Conference Presentations
      • FAQs
      • Sponsorships
    • Trades Day
    • Brew Bikes
    • Legends Golf Tournament
    • CREATE Awards Lunch
    • Contractors Caring for Kids
  • Calendar
  • Donate