Direct-Entry
Direct Entry may be used by sponsors of Registered Apprenticeship programs as another way to bring apprentices into their programs. It is a tool to help sponsors reach underrepresented populations and to meet their EEO goals. Direct Entry provides individuals who successfully complete an apprenticeship preparation program, and who meet the minimum requirements for a NYS Registered Apprenticeship program, with the direct opportunity for an interview with the sponsor of a program.
The Rochester region hosts Direct-Entry programs that help connect city youth to quality paying jobs in the construction industry.
YouthBuild
YouthBuild Rochester is a Workforce Development Program of the Urban League of Rochester, NY, Inc. This program serves disadvantaged high school dropouts ages 18 to 24. The goals of the program are for participants to obtain a high school equivalency diploma and/or industry recognized certificate; increase literacy and numeracy; and employment or enrollment in post-secondary education.
For more information, view the YouthBuild Recruitment flyer.
To apply, download the YouthBuild Interest Application and return to the Urban League of Rochester as indicated on the application.
Helmets to Hardhats
NY Helmets to Hardhats is the fastest way for Active Duty Military, National Guard and Reservists to transition into a career in the NY construction industry.
Transition into the right position
Enter the construction trades at a level that fits your experience or take advantage of our free apprenticeship training; earn a wage with benefits while collecting GI Bill funds. We offer our members the best apprenticeship programs at state of the art training centers and NY construction projects.