Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

External job listingat Putting Chicago to Work

No-cost pre-apprenticeship program preparing participants for a Department of Labor Registered apprenticeship in the construction and building trades.

External source - not verified8 weeks agoOpen until: Dec 2, 2026

Salary

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Location

Chicago, United States

Employment type

Full time

Workplace

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Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Chicago, United States

Job description

About the role

Putting Chicago to Work offers the Illinois Works no-cost pre-apprenticeship program for people interested in a career in construction and the building trades. The program can prepare participants to transition to a Department of Labor Registered apprenticeship in the trades.

It is open to all residents, with a commitment to advancing equitable access and opportunities for women, people of color, and veterans.

Requirements

  • At least 18 years old.
  • Possess a high school diploma, GED, or HIS.
  • Be an Illinois resident.
  • Have an interest in a career in the construction and building trades.

Benefits

  • Classroom instruction and wrap-around services support.
  • Industry-recognized certifications: ICB, NCCER CORE, Trades Futures M1, OSHA-10 Construction, First Aid, and CPR.
  • Stipends.

How to apply

Apply directly on CazVid.

Key facts

  • The no-cost program can prepare participants to transition to a Department of Labor Registered apprenticeship in the trades.
  • Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma, GED, or HIS, and be Illinois residents.
  • The program offers classroom instruction, wrap-around services support, certifications, and stipends.
  • Apply directly on CazVid.

Frequently asked questions

  • What does the program offer?

    It offers classroom instruction, wrap-around services support, industry-recognized certifications, and stipends.

  • What are the eligibility requirements?

    Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma, GED, or HIS, be an Illinois resident, and have an interest in a career in the construction and building trades.

  • How can I apply?

    Apply directly on CazVid.

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