Pathway to Trades

Construction Career Exploration for Oklahoma Students

Construct My Future brings construction professionals and educators together to create powerful, hands-on learning experiences. Students learn directly from mentors, explore real job sites, and gain confidence through experience – camps, internships, and workforce partnerships – not just textbooks.

Every program is designed to help students build skills, ask questions, and imagine a future they didn’t know existed.

Vesta Foundation Solutions intern holding orange wrench

EMPOWERING STUDENTS WITH REAL OPPORTUNITY

70+

Paid Internships

30+

School Partnerships

70+

Industry and Community Partnerships

500

Campers

3000+

Students Reached This Year!

Why Construct My Future Was Created

Success Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All

Founded in 2022, Construct My Future has evolved from a local summer camp into a statewide workforce initiative. We provide students with a variety of career-aligned opportunities, showcasing the construction industry as a premier professional destination for the next generation of builders.

Bridging the Gap

For too long, a narrow definition of “success” has caused families to overlook high-wage opportunities in the trades. We bridge this gap by championing multiple educational avenues—whether through apprenticeships, technical certifications, or specialized college degrees in management and engineering. With average salaries starting at $55,000, we show students that the construction industry offers immense growth potential without the necessity of student debt.

Our Purpose in Action

We provide direct, real-world exposure to the people and projects that build our communities. By connecting students with real-world experiences—from the field to the front office—we prove that a career in construction offers more than just stability. We empower students to build a future defined by purpose, pride, and professional excellence.

The Team Behind the Mission

Leaders in Education, Workforce, and Industry

Will Blake

Vesta Foundation Solutions

Terry Clinefelter

University of Oklahoma Haskell & Irene Lemon Construction Sciences, and adjunct faculty at OSU-OKC

Ben Bigelow

University of Oklahoma Haskell & Irene Lemon Construction Sciences

Bobby Stem

Association of Oklahoma General Contractors

Dustin Norman

Scorpion Spray Foam

Lisa Johnson

Capitol Hill High School, OKC Public Schools teacher

Scot McAdoo

Santa Fe South School District, a public charter school district

Sydney Coon

Van Hoose Construction

Whitney Hill

Central Staffing Solutions

Our Mission & Vision

Building Futures Through Construction Careers

Mission: Provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences to help students discover and pursue careers in the construction and skilled trades industries.

Vision: A future where middle and high school students confidently pursue skilled trade careers, supported by a strong network of educators, families, and construction professionals.

Powered by Community & Industry!

Partnerships That Support Students And Employers

CMF’s success depends on schools, employers, and local sponsors. From jobsite hosts and guest instructors to material donors and funders, every partner plays a role in shaping the next generation’s workforce.

There are many ways to support Construct My Future:

Become a Sponsor – Support specific events or ongoing programming
Donate In-Kind – Tools, PPE, snacks, work boots, or materials
Volunteer – Host interns, lead a hands-on activity, or speak to students
Contribute Financially – One-time gifts or recurring donations