Why do you want to go on an Apprenticeship?

Answer 1

These days, many jobs only hire people that have experience, even for entry-level positions. Taking an apprenticeship, or working as an intern, is a way to gain valuable experience in the line of work you're interested in. It can increase your chances of success once you start working in a regular full-time position in the industry. You'll also develop a network of contacts with an apprenticeship that may prove invaluable to tap into at a later point--like when looking for work or references.

Some occupations also require that you work as an apprentice for 'x' number of years before you can become certified, such as an electrician, brick-layer, home appraiser, etc.

Answer 2

There are a TON of reasons to Apprentice.

Being an apprentice might not be as fun as sleeping or goofing off with friends, but most apprentiships are fun. You get picked on an do some unwanted jobs, but expectations are low, so pressure is low and you get to learn something valuable.

The contacts you make as an apprentice will change your life. Every apprentice I've met has gone on to a successful career and got that start because of the apprenticeship. It all but ensures your success, and not a little bit of extra starting salary.

You'll see the business from a different perspective than new employees and old alike. It will make you better at your job, when you get it.

Answer 3

I know today, a college education is far to much to ask for. for a young person. What with Iraq and lives being interrupted, a higher education is just out of the question.
Although I went to college and got two of my daughters through, one grandson, the others and even I went for Apprenticeships in our old standby of the family, all grandfathers and relatives far into the past as Carpenters. We all love the trade, some being cabinet makers, floor installers, etc. I retired and built a large wood-working shop in my basement.

An Apprenticeship is a good way to start life young, my son-in-law, now a Master electrician started this way and is starting my grandson this way.


Colleges and Universities are to far away for some with tuition's and books, some semesters being as high as $8000.00 or more. A dentist I'm told can now pay as much as 2 million to just get started with what he owes. It's ridiculous.

Answer 4

so that your future can open right in front of your eyes. ppl from corporate businees will be contacting you to work for them or when you applied to get a job for w/a your position is, it will look good on your resume.

Answer 5

some trades require one before you can work independently. Examples are licensed plumbers, electricians, and real estate appraisers. there are many others.

Answer 6

You learn while sometimes getting paid... better than college where you just pay

Answer 7

So you can familiarize yourself with the company or line of work.

Answer 8

so you get the training you need for the job you want

Answer 9

so you have a better chance of getting the job you want!

Answer 10

To learn hands on from pros!