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Apprenticeship.gov

The U.S. Department of Labor's official apprenticeship finder — search Registered Apprenticeship programs by trade and location and connect to local sponsors.

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This profile is provisional — some details may have changed. Confirm specifics on the official site before applying.

Apprenticeship.gov is the federal government's official hub for Registered Apprenticeships. Its Apprenticeship Job Finder lets you search active programs by occupation and ZIP code, and the Partner Finder connects you to local program sponsors and intermediaries. Registered Apprenticeships are 'earn-while-you-learn' — you're a paid employee from day one while completing on-the-job training and classroom instruction toward a nationally recognized credential.

Why we recommend it

It's the authoritative, no-cost source for Registered Apprenticeships — every program is vetted by DOL, and it covers union and non-union pathways nationwide.

Pros

+Free and official (U.S. DOL)
+Covers union and non-union programs
+Earn-while-you-learn — paid from day one
+Nationwide search by trade and ZIP

Watch-outs

–Listings depend on sponsors keeping them current
–Application windows and waitlists vary widely by program

Before you apply

How to applyApprenticeship Application

Experience neededNo Experience Ok

ReadinessApprenticeship Application Required

Time to applyApplication windows vary by program; some open seasonally

⚠ Competitive trades (electrical, elevator) can have long waitlists and limited intake windows — apply to several programs.

Coverage

Trades

ElectricianPlumberHVACCarpenterIronworkerWelderHeavy Equipment OperatorElevator Constructor

Segments

ResidentialCommercialIndustrialInfrastructure