Student Outreach – Students

The Minnesota Construction Association is a nonprofit organization that fosters education, recognition and networking for students and industry professionals. We are dedicated to helping you graduate, connect with industry professionals and shape your career. To take advantage of a member benefits, scholarships and more, join for FREE today!

Join MCA

Why Join?

Attend MCA education sessions for free.
Participate in all MCA events for free. Based upon availability.
Discover opportunities that will help you start and advance your career.
Develop effective leadership and communication skills needed to succeed in the industry.
Gain first-hand experience in the construction community by collaborating with professors, industry professionals, and peers.
Get paired with a mentor in the industry to be a resource and help you learn the ropes. Based upon availability.
Network and make connections with industry leaders of all trades.

Membership Application

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Tell us about your experience in the construction industry in 50 words or less.(Required)

What do you hope to gain from your experience as a member of the MCA?(Required)

Scholarships

MCA is thrilled to offer several scholarships to students in a 4-year program or tech/trade school program. MCA is dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals. Since 2011, MCA has given $150,750 in scholarship funds to 83 students at 21 different colleges to help achieve their education goals. View a full list of scholarships.

MCA’S ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP

ALL INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIPS

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Job Opportunities

Check out our Job Opportunities page to explore openings with top construction firms and take the next step in building your career!

Events

January – Awards of Excellence
April – Leadership Training Academy
June – Scholarship Golf Tournament
June – Networking Boat Cruise
October – Annual Sporting Clays Shoot
November – Annual Soiree
Throughout the year – Education Sessions

Congratulations To Our Scholarship Recipients!

The Minnesota Construction Association would like to congratulate the 2026-2027 recipients of the MCA Annual Scholarship. We’re grateful to have these young professionals involved in our organization! We look forward to their continued growth and contributions to the construction industry.

James Baird
Dunwoody College of Technology
Construction Project Management

Leo Boese
North Dakota State College of Science
Electrical Technology

Faith Burczek
North Dakota State University
Construction Management

Joandy Carranza Garibo
Dakota County Technical College
Construction Management

Junuh Coleman
Dunwoody College of Technology
Construction Project Management

Katherine Connor
South Dakota State University
Concrete Industry Management

Noah Donohoe
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Construction Management

Jamie Edlin
Lake Area Technical College
Building Trades Technology

Hilkiah Gilliland
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
Land Surveying/Civil Engineering

Tyler Kleinsasser
Mississippi State University
Civil/Industrial Engineering

Connor Lackas
Northern Michigan University
Construction Management

Owen Ringen
University of Wisconsin – Stout
Construction Management