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More than $200M invested in skills trades training as AI, data center buildout grows

Major corporations' push to build AI technology and data centers is prompting a nationwide investment in skilled trades training, including pilot programs in targeted states.

Published Jun 10, 2026, 10:54 AM EDT | WFMZZ

More than $200 million is being invested nationwide in skills trades career training programs as major corporations continue their race to develop artificial intelligence technology and data centers. Pilot programs are being established in key states to build the workforce needed for those projects.