Apprenticeship
Carpenters and millwrights are building Michigan’s future – and you can be part of our union by becoming an apprentice today.
A professional career with superior training and a secure future
The apprenticeship school is a paid, four year program consisting of practical, on-the-job training and state-of-the-art classroom experience.
As a union apprentice you will:
- Develop the skills and knowledge to start a career today.
- Be paid good wages on an ascending scale.
- Earn a pension, annuity, and insurance benefits.
- Continually build upon your skills even after graduation.
- Earn college credits at participating community colleges.
Joint Apprentice School Admission Requirements
- Applicants must submit the following: proof of age, high school diploma, or G.E.D., social security card or U.S. work authorization document, and driver’s license or state identification.
- Applicants must be physically able to perform the work of the trade.
- Applicants must comply with applicable immigration work rules and regulations.
- Drug screen is required.
Apprentice Pay Scale
Based on journeyman scale
Select "Get Started" to begin your journey!
The apprenticeship is great. It might seem intimidating but the instructors are here to help you. Before this, I was working two part-time jobs. I couldn’t provide for my family. Now, I can.
Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights
