Carpenter at Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Millwrights JATF
at Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Millwrights JATF in Detroit, MI
About This Program
The Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Millwrights JATF sponsors a registered Carpenter apprenticeship program in Detroit, MI. This employer-sponsored program provides paid training for individuals pursuing a career in carpentry through a statewide network serving Michigan's construction industry.
The program spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain practical skills in structural framing, concrete formwork, interior systems, and finish carpentry. Classroom instruction covers blueprint reading, construction safety, building codes, and trade mathematics, preparing apprentices to work confidently on a wide range of project types.
Graduates earn journeyman carpenter status upon completing the program, positioning them for long-term careers in Michigan's residential, commercial, and industrial construction sectors. Apprentices are paid throughout training, with wages that increase as they progress and develop greater proficiency in the trade.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Carpenter Career Outlook
National Median
$25.87/hr
~$53,809.6/yr
Apprentice Start
$14.5/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Carpenter employment is projected to grow in line with construction activity. Residential building, commercial renovation, and infrastructure projects all drive demand. Carpenters with diverse skills across framing, finishing, and concrete work have the strongest prospects. The trade continues to face a shortage of younger workers, creating opportunities for new entrants.
What to Expect as a Carpenter Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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