Apprenticeships in Idaho
With more than 100 apprenticeship opportunities in Idaho, employers are ready to help you launch your career.
An apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with job-related instruction. Apprentices learn specific skills necessary to perform the job, gain experience and will earn a nationally recognized certificate or credential. Average wages for an apprentice start at $15 per hour (Source: The U.S. Department of Labor).
Most apprenticeships are designed for high school graduates or job seekers with a GED, however opportunities exist for high school students prior to graduation. Contact your school counselor for details.
Whether you’re seeking an office job, something in the outdoors, in a city or somewhere in rural Idaho, there’s an apprenticeship opportunity waiting for you.
Take a look at what’s out there.
Top 5 Reasons to Pursue an Apprenticeship
Earn While You Learn – Apprenticeships are paid positions with benefits. In some cases, you may see an increase in pay as you develop your skills.
Get a Certification for Your Career – Depending on the career and necessary training, a Registered Apprenticeship can take as little as a year to complete and will result in a nationally recognized certificate or credential.
Gain Practical Experience – On-the-job training is a key component of an apprenticeship, which means you start your career with a significant amount of relevant experience already on your resume.
Start Working Immediately – Many traditional education and training options cost time and money. An apprenticeship will allow you to pursue the training you need for a successful career without taking on debt.
Mentoring and Support – Much of the on-the-job training takes place one-on-one or in a small group setting, allowing you to ask questions and learn from colleagues.
Success Story: Earn While You Learn with Electrical Apprenticeships
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Idaho launches innovative teacher apprenticeship program to fill job openings
Idaho openings for K-12 teachers remains robust, with over 1,500 unique job postings in 2023, and 2,000 in 2022 according to Lightcast data, and the demand isn’t expected to slow down anytime soon. Employment projections by the Idaho Department of Labor anticipate a continued need, forecasting 1,500 to 1,600 statewide openings annually from 2022 to 2032.
Women working in trades and transportation industries are on the rise
More and more Idaho women are achieving financial stability by holding nontraditional roles in male-dominated industries – whether it be in construction, transportation or the general trades.
“Working in transportation helped me find things I love to do,” said Idaho Department of Transportation Training Specialist Lori Copeland.
Idaho businesses focus on family with apprenticeship opportunities
Long-term staffing can be challenging for small family-owned Idaho businesses. Finding and hiring talent can also be a costly burden in a tight labor market. A fully trained candidate expects higher wages, and the cost to train a job candidate can be expensive.
Long-term staffing can be challenging for small family-owned Idaho businesses. Finding and hiring talent can also be a costly burden in a tight labor market. A fully trained candidate expects higher wages, and the cost to train a job candidate can be expensive.