Learn from experienced union tradespeople about career opportunities in the trades. Apprenticeship-Readiness Program classes take place each month (except July and December). Classes are offered during the day and evening to allow career-seekers with different work schedules to participate.

The classes are designed to enable career-seekers to determine the trades they are most interested in and to allow trainers to determine if a participant is likely to achieve success in a union apprenticeship.

As an industry-led non-profit with a contract with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland Builds requires participants to be drug-free and gives priority to career-seekers who are under the age of 40 and are Cleveland residents. Cleveland Builds also strongly encourages people of color and women to apply.

Career-seekers who successfully complete the program, pass a drug test, have a valid driver’s license, and who have access to reliable transportation will be placed in union apprenticeships. Cleveland Builds will also provide participants with ongoing support following placement.