ApprenticeshipNC
Get on-the-job training and an education while earning an income through our apprenticeship programs.
Explore Apprenticeships
Find a Career in a Great Field (and Stand Out from the Competition)
Apprenticeships are the best way to acquire industry skills and launch your career while still earning credits towards your educational goals.
What You Get as an Apprentice
Our program ensures you have access to:
- Hands-on learning and job-related classroom or technical training
- Wages that increase as you learn new skills
- Courses that count towards national credentials, certifications or college degrees
- Local employment opportunities for a career close to home
Apprenticeship Opportunities
We work with hundreds of businesses and organizations to offer apprenticeships in healthcare, cybersecurity, transportation, clean energy, advanced manufacturing and more.
Apprenticeships for Veterans
Members of the military can use apprenticeships as a pathway to more challenging assignments during active duty or to a rewarding career in civilian life.
16+
Age Requirement for Apprenticeship1,000+
Active registered apprenticeship programs9,000+
Active apprenticeships in NC as of Sept 2023
“I knew when I was younger that I wanted to be an engineer and do things with my hands, and Caterpillar offered a program for engineers.”
-Brady Bartkowiak, Clayton, NC
•Caterpillar Inc
Apprenticeship in Action
