barriere IS COMMITTED to the
communities of Louisiana and the Gulf South
Barriere is committed to strengthening the communities we serve across Louisiana and
the Gulf South. Through a legacy of safety, quality, and lasting relationships, we invest
in people, partnerships, and progress that support long-term community growth.
The barriere way
Our approach is rooted in partnership, professionalism, and operational excellence. We strive to be a trusted contractor, employer, and community partner – working together to deliver meaningful impact for our customers and neighbors.
A Shared Commitment to Serving Our Communities
We actively support the communities where we live and work through charitable giving, volunteerism, and hands-on service. From strengthening local infrastructure to supporting families in need, our teams are dedicated to making a positive and lasting difference.
We believe our strength comes from our people. By investing in and empowering individuals who embody our core values, we create opportunities for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions, both within our company and beyond.
Engaged and Involved
Our commitment extends beyond financial support. Employees across our organization actively participate in community initiatives, reinforcing our belief that meaningful impact comes from both giving and doing.
Developing Future Talent
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Our culture of care philosophy extends to paving the road for future talent. We support the next generation of industry professionals through educational opportunities, scholarships and hands-on experience. Our programs are designed to help students and emerging talent build skills, gain real-world insight, and grow their careers.
Charitable giving throughout
our organization
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We are consistently in the top 60 United Way givers in the entire state of Louisiana.
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Every summer our internship program participates in two volunteer days with Habitat
for Humanity to facilitate team building while giving back to the community in which
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For the past 5 years, Barriere has participated in the YMCA Corporate Cup Second Line
for Literacy, encouraging employee involvement in the need to improve adult literacy
within our community, and in the health and wellness that the 5k promotes.
scholarship offerings
We offer scholarships to anyone interested in joining the Barriere team.
Scholarship Offerings
At Barriere, we believe in investing in our future workforce. To this end, we offer scholarships to anyone interested in joining our team.
The George H. Wilson Scholarship Fund — named for and established in honor of former Barriere president and CEO George Wilson —is open to LSU students enrolled in Intro to Asphalt Mixture and Design.
The Acott/Wilson Scholarship, which was initiated through NAPA by former Barriere Advisory Board member Bob Thompson and his wife, Ellen, honors past NAPA President Michael Acott and the Wilson family, who owned and operated Barriere for 70+ years.
internships
Barriere’s Internship Program is designed for college sophomores, juniors, and seniors pursuing the following degrees, who are looking to gain valuable construction industry experience:
- Engineering
- Construction Management
- Industrial Technology
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Marketing
- Other Related Majors
