Apprenticeship 101
What is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are state-registered programs that allow you to learn trades on the job and get paid at the same time. The average Apprenticeship lasts 4 years, most of which will be spent on the jobsite honing your skills in your chosen field. At the end of your Apprenticeship, you will receive a journey-level license recognizing your proficiency. Becoming a journeyman in the construction industry offers several advantages, including job security, higher earning potential, and more opportunities for advancement.
What Apprentices Need to Know:
Know you’re ready for an Apprenticeship but not sure where to start? Download our Apprenticeship Road Map to find the path that’s right for you.
Find out what’s ahead by checking out our Apprenticeship Expectations. You can also find out more about the role of Apprentices in our Apprenticeship Policies & Procedures.
In construction, we joke that there’s nothing we love more than our acronyms. Not sure what OJT is? How about RSI? Stay on top of the lingo with our Apprenticeship Glossary.
Inland Northwest AGC Membership consists of both Union and open-shop contractors. We strongly support fair and open competition for all public projects.
Yes, Apprentices get paid while they are learning. Most begin collecting a paycheck within 2-3 weeks after starting on the jobsite.
Apprentices make 60% of journey wages while in training, which can vary by trade and region. Cost of living will be different in different cities, but wages will increase in accordance with the apprentice’s skill level and work ethic.
