Applications must be filled out in person at the ABC administrative office and only during open application times.
We accept new information for applications during open application times only.
Yes, we will notify you by mailing when our Ready for Employment list changes.
Currently there is no application fee.
Yes, but only to be an applicant on the pool once you get accepted into an apprenticeship program, you will need to remove yourself from the other apprenticeship pools.
When being indentured into the program as a new apprentice you have up to a year provide on company letterhead verifying evidence of prior on-the-job experience broken down into the program work processes categories. The committee will require you to attend the meeting in order to be considered. All prior experience granted is at the discretion of the committee policy and state requirements.
Each industry establishes its own minimum age requirement, although the typical minimum age is 18. Except in very limited situations, there are no upper age limits on apprentices.
Most apprenticeship programs require applicants to have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Some occupations require completion of specific subjects such as algebra, blueprint reading or related shop work.
Anyone who meets the apprenticeship committee’s qualifications may apply, regardless of age, gender or ethnicity.
The waiting period, from the date an application is filed to placement in an apprenticeship program, varies by industry. It can last from two weeks to two years. This is a competitive process and it’s not unusual for people to apply more than once. The apprenticeship committee reviews applications to make sure the applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the program. If an applicant is qualified, the application is ranked either by a test, an interview, an evaluation of past experience and education or a random drawing. The applicant is placed on a qualified list, called a pool of eligibles, in order of their ranking. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications or if your application ranks low on the pool of eligibles, contact the committee to find out what you can do to improve your chances and try again. Employers use the list to fill apprenticeship vacancies as they become available. Some committees allow direct entry into the program under certain circumstances. Information about a committee’s selection method is included on the opening announcement for the program.
Start by learning what you can about the skilled occupation in which you are interested. Talk to people who are in the occupation, both employers and employees, counselors at your high school, or the local technical college, employers' associations, and labor unions. Remember, looking for an apprenticeship is like looking for a job. Applications should be made directly with employers or joint apprenticeship committees.
Typically, apprenticeship programs last two to five years, depending on industry requirements.
Yes, all applicants no matter their level of education must provide a diploma or GED.
No, if you haven’t receive a passing the class with a “C” or better in Algebra from high school or college then you will need to complete a math placement test.
No, you must have a grade or a placement test stating you meet minimum requirements.
No, you must possess a GED or Diploma at the time of closing.
No, unfortunately the committee will only recognize your experience on company letterhead for application points. Once you enter the program the can discuss prior experience and wither or not it would qualify as legal work in the state of Oregon.
You would need to get a class description from the high school you attended where it would clearly state if it qualifies as High School Algebra.
You could still contact the High School as see if someone could write a letter stating that the class would meet the Algebra requirements. If you are unable to get that then you have to take a math placement test or class to qualify.