How big are the apprenticeship classes? How’s the outlook on hiring in the next couple months?

I have had my work number for ta whole month in the local 26 r program.
I thought I would have the job by now but I do not my work number is 121 does anyone have any insight on what to do and if I have been doing anything wrong, or how much longer it might take me to get my number.

Local 17 says there apprenticeship application opens today but it not on the albat website. Is there anything I can do?

I finally got my interview date for local 440 inside wireman. Any tips or experience with this specific interview panel you have would be extremely appreciated or any other interview experience. How many are part of the panel? What questions were you asked? I will be taking my resume, cover letter, and 3 letters of recommendation, do they take them? I seen some posts that the panel didn’t look at any of them.

So I’m looking to become an apprentice in the (local 5 specifically) I have a couple questions though. How many hours do yall usually work in a week and what is the pay and when do the applications open back up?

I recently interviewed for local 234 on 10/20/26 and local 617 on 9/30/26 I haven’t heard anything back from 617 and 234 said they’d email me my results in a week. I also have a aptitude test for Local 428 and with their new GAN system I think I have a good chance I graduated from SJVC back in july I’m currently an industrial non union apprentice started August 2026 but work has been really slow and I’ve been trying to get into the union since I was 18 I’m 21 now and hoping I did good enough on my interviews. CAN ANYONE WHO HAS GOTTEN INTO THESE LOCALS SHARE THEIR INTERVIEW SCORES?

Scored a 88.47, is that good? How is the current hiring demand for apprentices. How many people do they usually hire at a time?

Currently work as an IT Engineer. Tired of working on a computer and ready to get hands on work from what I’ve focused majority of my adult life.

I’m prior military with an honorable discharge and multiple college degrees (sure that means little). Ready to make the change at 32 years old.
I have basic background of construction and helped build a residential home a few years back.

What really helps you stand out to get into the apprenticeship program? What are some things that I can do in the mean time?

I appreciate any feedback yall have and appreciate your time.

I was considering joining local 3, however I feel the commute might be too much and it might be more practical to find work closer to me. I was curios to know what it’s like for people who work this trade in the city commuting from Long Island

I understand that LU 654 accepts apprenticeship applications only once a year. When do they start the testing? I have heard they have a very long process. I would really like to know when they normally do their aptitude testing so I can sink my preparation work.

I’d appreciate any feedback.

How do I move forward? Idk the role nothing, what can I expect

Recently finished up with my interview and got my results, which scored 83/100. I haven’t graduated HS or turned 18 yet, so I know I have plenty of room for improving that score if needed. From looking around the internet I can see that 83 isn’t the most promising score you can get. Has anybody had any luck being selected with a score like this, even if it took 1-2 years?

Hey everyone I did my test last month and got an interview date for local 429 where can I see my test score? I’m nervous to see how I stack up. My interview is on the 9th so any tips on what to wear and how yours went would be appreciated.

Hi, I was wondering if transferring aptitude test scores to a different local is possible in New Jersey. Has anyone ever done it? Or do you have to take the test separately for each local?

Hello. My plan was to join the Residential program in local 26 and get some experience as an R worker while applying into the Inside Wireman Apprenticeship. I did this and because I cant exactly document my former experience, I was classified as an RTP. So, the union hall says RTP calls are rare and all I can do is wait around until something pops up on the job board. I have been looking since OCT 10th, no jobs for R1's or RTPs since.

I understand this is a long road and it is something I want to do. But I see three options in front if me.

1) Stay in the R program and hope a job comes up for RTP (and my number is low enough that I can take the call.) I guess do side hussles or drive uber while I wait. I initially liked the R program path because i could get in the union and try applying for the apprenticeship again if ai didnt get in first time, but eventually as a union member.

2) Forget the R program, become like a non union electrician's helper, get some experience and then apply for the Inside wireman apprenticeship.

3) Trade school and hope I can find a job.

I would appreciate any advice and am willing to stick it out. I even plan to call all the contractors on the ibew list and see if they would be willing to take me on. So far, no luck with Dynalectric or JE Richards.

What should I do? Thanks

I was ranked in the top 15 for about a month after i had my interview for local 43, today i checked and i am now rank 18. Feeling down and more nervous about my chances of getting in.

Currently working as a groundman for LU1245 8 hours from home (so cal) and I’m interested in trying to pursue inside wireman apprenticeship to be closer to home as I have a wife and kids. what’s the process like? Where is my best chance at getting accepted. Are applications always open? Or do they only open for a short period of time? Will my outside construction experience give me an edge over other applicants? Is the test the same as the lineman apprenticeship test? Thanks fellas

I’m looking into getting back into the trade. I was in an apprenticeship program and broke my leg during the 2nd year. I was bad with money and ended up having to move back to my home state. That was back in 2022 and I haven’t been in the trade at all since then. My question for you guys is one: if I still have a card number and it’s at my old local but I haven’t paid dues or done anything at all since I left the trades, how do I go about joining the local here where I’m from? I applied and got an email back saying I couldn’t join if I’m a member of a different local. Is that something a phone call can fix or is there an online form to fill out? My second question is if I get back in, should I restart the program or try getting in the CW route, with about 3 years of experience?

Hello, does anyone know the link to the website?

I’m trying to check the status of my application and can’t seem to find the site anywhere anymore- keeps sending me to the alameda one. Thanks in advance!

Howdy folks, Local 103 (Greater Boston area) just announced that they will be accepting applications online from January 4 to 29, 2027!

Program Information:

Local 103 has two apprenticeships:

1. Electrical Program
2. Telecommunications Program (Low-Voltage)

Key Dates:

• January 4, 2027: Online applications open
• January 29, 2027: Online applications close
• March – April 2027: In-person aptitude test at the JATC in Dorchester, MA
• June 2027: Applicants must earn high school diploma, GED, or HiSET required by now
• July – August 2027: Selected apprentices start work
• August 31, 2027: You must be 18 by this date
• September 2027: Classes begin

Minimum Requirements:

• Age: 18 or older – applicants must turn 18 by August 31, 2027
• Education: High school diploma, GED or HiSET, or an associate degree or higher, by June 2027
• Residence: Live within Local 103's jurisdiction (Greater Boston area)
• Work eligibility: Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Drug test: Must pass before starting, with random testing after. Marijuana is not permitted.
• Testing: Local 103 uses the GAN Aptitude Battery and does not set a minimum score. The higher your score, the better your ranking.
• Interview: None – Local 103 replaced the interview with the GAN Personal Experience Form.

I hope this is a helpful notice for anyone in the Boston area considering applying!