Carpenter at North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund
at North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund in Hauppauge, NY
About This Program
The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund sponsors a Carpenter apprenticeship in Hauppauge, NY, on Long Island. This employer-sponsored, non-union program offers a well-structured path into the construction trades for individuals in the greater Long Island area looking to earn while they build professional skills.
Over four years, the program delivers 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop carpentry skills across framing, forming, interior finishing, exterior trim, and millwork while working on active construction sites. Classroom sessions address blueprint reading, trade mathematics, construction safety, and applicable building standards. Apprentices receive wages from the start of training.
Completing this apprenticeship positions graduates as journey-level carpenters ready to work across Long Island's busy residential, commercial, and institutional construction sectors. The region's consistent construction activity makes this a strong program for those seeking long-term trade employment.
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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