APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, 8AM-4PM. OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT - Please contact the Office at (989)781-0516 to schedule a time to complete the Application Process in person.

Deadline for applicants to be considered for the 2023 apprentice class is MARCH 17, 2023.

Minimum Apprenticeship Application Requirements

Application Fee $25

Applicants must supply the following documents to apply:

·         Birth Certificate-All applicants must be at least 18 or older.

·         High School Diploma, GED, or College Diploma

·         Official Transcripts - All transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Union Hall. If you choose to have them sent via email, please have the issuing institution email transcripts directly to: renee@ibew557.org.  These transcripts must show a minimum grade of a "C" for two semesters of Algebra for high school transcripts and GEDs, or one Algebra course showing a minimum grade of a "C" for college transcripts. Or, provide evidence of having successfully completed a NJATC recognized Online Tech Math Course.  

·         Valid Driver’s License - Applicants must prove residency.

• All applicants meeting the minimum application requirements will receive an aptitude test.
• All applicants receiving a passing score on the aptitude test will receive an interview with The Saginaw Electrical Apprenticeship Committee.
• Interview scores will then be tabulated and ranked for selection with all other available candidates. These scores will be valid for a period of two (2) years after the initial interview is completed.
• If not selected after your initial interview, you may submit a request for a re-interview the following year.  Further training or schooling for the re-interview is highly encouraged.

• A doctor's certificate proving physical fitness will be required after being selected.
• It is program policy to complete a drug screen upon being selected into the program.

Applicants may schedule an appointment to apply Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4pm (excluding holidays)  

at 7303 Gratiot Rd Saginaw, MI  48609.

Call (989) 781-0516 for questions regarding the application process

It is the responsibility of the applicant to immediately notify JATC of any change of address.

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