Registered apprenticeships for jobseekers

A Registered Apprenticeship is a paid career pathway that lets you earn while you learn. Whether you're graduating from high school, looking for an alternative to college, or changing careers, you'll gain hands-on experience, build in-demand skills, and earn an industry-recognized credential.

Whether you just graduated from high school or are looking for a new career, a Registered Apprenticeship can help you earn while you learn, build real-world skills, and prepare for long-term career success. Registered Apprenticeships combine paid, on-the-job training with classroom instruction, giving you the hands-on experience employers value and an industry-recognized credential that can support your career wherever you go.

Why choose a Registered Apprenticeship?

Every Registered Apprenticeship is designed around a specific occupation and employer, but most programs offer the same core benefits.

• Earn a paycheck starting on your first day while gaining valuable, hands-on work experience.
• Build new skills through a combination of paid, on-the-job learning and related classroom instruction led by experienced professionals.
• Advance your career by earning an industry-recognized credential that demonstrates your skills and can open the door to new career opportunities.

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Who can become an apprentice?

Registered Apprenticeships are open to people at many stages of their careers, including:

• High school graduates entering the workforce
• Adults changing careers
• Veterans transitioning to civilian employment
• College students and graduates looking for hands-on experience
• Workers who want to build new skills or advance in their field

Program requirements vary by occupation and employer. 

What industries offer Registered Apprenticeships?

Construction remains one of the largest apprenticeship industries, but employers across Massachusetts are expanding Registered Apprenticeships into emerging and high-demand industries, creating more opportunities for jobseekers to earn while they learn. These industries include:

• Advanced manufacturing
• Healthcare
• Information technology
• Life sciences
• Hospitality
• Financial services
• Clean energy
• Early childhood education

How to find an apprenticeship

If you're not sure where to start, contact your local MassHire Career Center. Career Center staff can help you:

• Explore apprenticeship opportunities
• Prepare your resume
• Improve your interview skills
• Connect with employers that are hiring
• Understand the application process

Starting your apprenticeship?

Congratulations! As you begin your apprenticeship, the Division of Apprentice Standards is here to support you. Review the Massachusetts Registered Apprentice Handbook to learn about your rights and responsibilities, understand what to expect during your program, and access resources to help you succeed.