Apprenticeship Readiness Fund

Apprenticeship Readiness Fund MC3 is a pre-apprenticeship curriculum developed by the North American Building Trades

The goal of the Apprenticeship Readiness Fund of the LAOC Building Trades Council is to expand the MC3 training programs throughout the Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

08/20/2026

Over the weekend, Executive Secretary Ernesto Medrano and Apprenticeship Readiness Fund Executive Director Ben Garcia appeared on Job Hunt Los Angeles across local news channels in LA County to discuss the current job market and how to get your career started in the Building Trades. Thanks again to Job Hunt LA for the opportunity!

You can watch the full interview here: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/community-programs/job-hunt-la?video_id=323019

05/07/2026

đźšż ARF is taking you inside UA Plumbers Local 78 to highlight one more essential pathway in the union building trades.

Plumbers Local 78 apprentices are trained to install, maintain, and repair piping systems that carry water, gas, and waste. From residential buildings to major commercial projects, their work is critical to the health, safety, and functionality of our communities.

At ARF, we’re here to help you explore programs like this and find the apprenticeship path that’s right for you.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities, and contact us today to get started.

05/06/2026

🧱 We’re continuing our tour of apprenticeship programs across LA and OC with a look inside the Cement Masons JATC, another hands-on pathway in the union building trades.

Cement masons work on everything from sidewalks and foundations to highways and large-scale infrastructure. Their work takes precision, skill, and attention to detail, and the concrete that they work with keeps our communities strong and built to last.

At ARF, we’re here to help you explore programs like this and find the apprenticeship path that aligns with your goals.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities, and contact us today to get started.

04/30/2026

🎨 As Apprenticeship Week continues, ARF is highlighting the Glaziers Local 636 apprenticeship, one of several craft apprenticeship pathways held at the International Finishing Trades Institute building.

Glaziers work with glass and architectural metal, installing systems such as windows, storefronts, curtain walls, and other glass features that shape the look and function of buildings. Each craft has its own training path and requirements, which is why ARF helps individuals explore the program that best fits their goals.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities.

đź“ŤFollow along as we continue highlighting apprenticeship programs throughout the week.

04/29/2026

🏗️ As part of Apprenticeship Week, we’re giving you a look inside the Field Ironworkers Apprenticeship & Training Program in La Palma and highlighting another strong pathway into the union building trades. From structural steel to reinforcing, Ironworkers Local 433 and 416 play a major role in building the backbone of our communities.

Ironworkers help place and secure the steel frameworks that support buildings, bridges, and major infrastructure projects, making their work essential to everything from skyscrapers to freeways. If you’re thinking about a career in the trades, tours like this can help you see what path might be right for you, and ARF is here to help guide you every step of the way.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities.

đź‘€ Stay tuned this week for more tours and highlights of apprenticeship programs across LA and OC.

04/28/2026

🔌 As Apprenticeship Week continues, we’re highlighting NetZero Plus Electrical Training Institute to spotlight one of the many pathways available in the union building trades. ⚡️

At ARF, we’re here to help you explore the right apprenticeship program for your future and connect you with opportunities that match your goals. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take the next step, an apprenticeship can be the beginning of a strong career path.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities.

Join us this week as we highlight programs, training centers, and opportunities across the trades that are helping build skilled careers and stronger communities.

04/27/2026

✨It’s Apprenticeship Week, and we’re kicking things off with a tour of SMART LOCAL 105 - Sheet Metal Workers Local 105 and giving you a closer look at another skilled trade that helps keep our communities running.

From fabricating and installing duct systems to supporting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work, sheet metal workers are an important part of residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Their work takes precision, technical knowledge, and strong attention to detail.

Exploring training centers like this can help you better understand the different paths available in the trades, and ARF is here to help connect you to programs that fit your goals.

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more about this program and other apprenticeship opportunities.

📍We’ll be featuring more apprenticeship programs throughout the week, so keep an eye on our page.

This week, the Apprenticeship Readiness Fund is showing up in your community and creating real pathways into union caree...
04/06/2026

This week, the Apprenticeship Readiness Fund is showing up in your community and creating real pathways into union careers.

Join us at our apprenticeship and career fair events this week, including the PCL Construction company Long Beach Airport Workforce Hiring Event on Monday, April 6, the California Department of Rehabilitation Apprenticeship Fair on Tuesday, April 7 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the CA Endowment, 1000 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, and the South Bay Workforce Investment Board - SBWIB / Phillips 66 Job Fair on Wednesday, April 8 from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Carson Event Center.

Special invitation to all MC3 graduates: We especially encourage you to attend the Long Beach Airport event and connect with this exciting opportunity. The flyers include event details, time slots, locations, and registration information. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

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