Applications are accepted Monday through Friday.

Contact the office at (989) 781-0516 to schedule an appointment for completing the application process in person.

The application period for the 2025 Apprenticeship Class is currently open and submissions will be accepted through February 28, 2025.

Applicants are required to submit the following:

 Application Fee - $25 

Birth Certificate - Applicants are required to be 18 years of age or older.

High School Diploma, GED, or College Diploma

Valid Driver’s License - Applicants must prove residency.

Official Transcript - see Math Requirement*     

          Transcripts need to be dispatched from the High School or College directly to the Union Hall. Please request the issuing institution to email the transcripts to: renee@ibew557.org

Math Requirement

High School transcripts must include two semesters of Algebra with a minimum grade of "C".

 Or 

College transcripts require at least one Algebra course completed with a minimum grade of "C".

Or

Complete the NJATC Online Tech Math Course successfully.

• All applicants meeting the minimum application requirements will receive an aptitude test.
• All applicants receiving a passing score on the aptitude test will receive an interview with The Saginaw Electrical Apprenticeship Committee.
• Interview scores will then be tabulated and ranked for selection with all other available candidates. These scores will be valid for a period of two (2) years after the initial interview is completed.
• If not selected after your initial interview, you may submit a request for a re-interview the following year.  Further training or schooling for the re-interview is highly encouraged.

• It is program policy to complete a drug screen upon being selected into the program.

Applicants may schedule an appointment to apply Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 4pm (excluding holidays)  

at 7303 Gratiot Rd Saginaw, MI  48609.

Call (989) 781-0516 for questions regarding the application process

It is the responsibility of the applicant to immediately notify JATC of any change of address.

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