Construction Trades, General at Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center
with a smaller student body of 270 in Minneapolis, MN.
Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $28,440 place Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center below the $38,399 national median for Construction Trades, General — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.
AI risk is moderate — 43% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Construction Trades, General graduates.
With only 8 programs offering Construction Trades, General nationally, this is a niche field. Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center ranks #5 among them.
Earnings Overview
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Construction Trades, General graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers | $78,690 | +5.3% | 57% |
About Construction Trades, General Careers
Your first years will be spent on active job sites, learning the rhythm of construction. You'll be part of a crew, doing everything from framing walls with a nail gun and pouring concrete foundations to installing drywall and roofing. As your skills sharpen, you’ll progress from an apprentice to a trusted journeyman, taking on more complex tasks with higher pay. The demand for skilled tradespeople is strong, and a common next step is becoming a first-line supervisor. Here, your focus shifts from your own tools to the entire project: you’ll read blueprints, coordinate different crews, manage schedules, and ensure job site safety.