Earn While You Learn — Start Your Union Career in the Trades.
No college required. No tuition.
Just training, tools, and a real career.
What Is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship is the entry point to a career in the unionized Building Trades. It combines classroom instruction with full-time paid work under the guidance of experienced tradespeople — and best of all, apprentices pay no tuition and earn full wages and benefits from day one.
Need help with a GED or driver’s license? Our pre-apprenticeship programs can help you get ready.
Get paid to train
No student debt
Learn a high-demand skill
Join a strong union with long-term benefits
Opportunities in 14 different Trades
Meet Our Apprentices
Charles Caldwell
“I am tremendously blessed to be where I am today. I am thankful to ARC, MC3, the LA/OC Building Trades and the Apprenticeship Readiness Fund for all of the support and encouragement they have provided me!”
Randi Dees
“I learned more than construction. I learned the meaning of prioritizing my responsibilities, time management, goal efficiency, and the determination to never give up. I am truly grateful and happy to finally have made my dream a reality. Work hard and stay humble.”
Stephen Hill
“The greatest thing to happen to me, was to meet you at that community presentation for Destination Crenshaw. You guys did everything you said you would do and more!”
Monserrat Roldan
“I had already wanted to change my life and I feel like this was the perfect fit for it. Being in a union has given me a chance to provide a kind of stability for my daughter that I probably wouldn’t have had for her
Find the Right Program for You
With 14 Trades and dozens of programs across LA and Orange Counties, there’s a path for every kind of learner and worker.
Need help with a GED or driver’s license? Our pre-apprenticeship programs can help you get ready.
Ready to Get Started?
Start your journey to a successful career in the building trades with an apprenticeship program. Get paid while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and receive excellent benefits.
Find out more about our apprenticeship programs and how you can apply.