Registered Apprenticeship Programs

Administered by U.S. Dept of Labor · apprenticeship.gov

Federally registered apprenticeships in construction, healthcare, tech, and manufacturing. Apprentices earn wages while learning — no debt, nationally recognized credentials.

Eligibility requirements

✓Age 16 or older (18+ for most programs)
✓US citizen or work-authorized
✓Meet program-specific requirements

Insider tip

Apprenticeships in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and ironwork are dramatically underenrolled. Average starting wage after completion is $60,000+. No student loans required.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at apprenticeship.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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