WA Career Paths

Apprenti

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent

Step 2: Apply

Apply

• Complete online competency assessment

- Math: 60 Questions
- Logic & Critical Thinking: 40 questions
- Soft Skills: 14 questions
* Applicants can take the assessment up to four times.

• Qualifying individuals are placed in ranked candidate pool.
• Top ranked candidates will be invited to interview with Apprenti.
  * Those who possess a security clearance can notify staff during interview to be eligible for certain positions.

• Candidates will be invited to interview with a hiring partner when apprenticeship opportunities are available.
• Once selected by hiring partner, begin training for required certification.

Step 3: Training and Certifications

Certification Training

• 12 weeks
• Certification training is unpaid unless otherwise determined by employer
• Veterans can receive GI Bill^® Housing Allowance during training
• Complete Required Certifications before beginning on-the-job training

Step 4: Begin Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship

• Full-time, entry-level position with hiring partner
• 2,000 hours / 1 year paid on-the-job training

Salary

• Start at 60% of market rate. Current minimum starting salary of $42,000. in King County.
• Increase to 70% after 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (6 months) based on improved competency.
• Receive health and dental benefits during the apprenticeship, and potentially other company standard benefits like 401k retirement savings or a health care savings account.

G.I. Bill® Housing Allowance

• Usage is optional
• Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill^® Comparison Tool
• Search School Name: APPRENTI
  * For Estimated Wage Calculator shown below, enter $20 for minimum Starting Hourly Pay