6-FIGURE
CAREER
IN 4 YEARS?
THAT’S THE
UNION WAY.
Ready to start something that matters?
An apprenticeship is the first step toward a rewarding career in the construction trades. The skills you learn open the door to endless opportunities. When you’re done, you get to choose where your union career takes you: advance in your union, lead a crew, teach, or start your own business. More opportunities, real benefits — it’s the union way.
- No prior experience required
- Get paid while you learn a trade
- Full benefits
- Regular pay increases
- The opportunity to retire
- Earn national credentials
- Never apply for another job
GET SKILLS, NOT DEBT.
Today, a college degree is no guarantee of a good job or a good paycheck. You could spend two to four years paying for a degree, then struggle to find a job in your field. Or any job at all. Not with a union career. Start learning and earning on day one and never search for a job again. You’ll do work you’re proud of and gain skills that can take you places.
WORK THAT MATTERS, SKILLS THAT PAY.
THE BASICS: HOW APPRENTICESHIPS WORK
1
Requirements differ by trade. For all, you’ll need a driver’s license and reliable transportation.
2
Look at the different local unions and follow their application process. Options include electrical, plumbing, ironworking, HVAC and more.
3
Usually a skills assessment and an entrance interview.
4
Upon entering the apprenticeship program, you will be placed in a job with a union contractor to get your on-the-job hours while also attending classroom training.
5
While you’re working your way through the apprenticeship, you’ll get paid and receive benefits including health insurance, vacation pay, paid time off, and pension.
6
After completing your required on-the-job hours and classroom training, you become a qualified journeyworker with a nationwide transferable credential that can take you anywhere.