Free Construction Job Training Program For Youth (Ages 18 trough 24)

Start your journey toward a rewarding construction career in support of LAX’s multi-billion dollar Capital Improvement Program!

The June 18th Orientation is mandatory to be considered for the next training class. We will have about 25 slots available. We will provide information for alternative training and employment programs for those not selected.

The event will be in-person at LA Southwest College. We will cap the number of attendees on a first come, first served basis at 100, so plan to arrive early. You MUST wear a mask, worn properly, to access the campus.

**Orientation will begin promptly at 7:00 am; late arrivals will not be allowed to attend. Please plan to arrive at least 45 minutes early to allow time to park, walk to the location, and get through registration. Los Angeles Southwest College's campus is very large. Registration will begin around 6:30 am, after setup is complete.

This orientation is for the class starting July 12th, 2021 and ending September 3rd, 2021. Class is Monday through Friday, 7 am to 2 pm. You must be able to attend all classes and arrive on time.

For the Orientation, please bring your resume, California ID, proof of right to work (i.e. Social Security Card, US Passport, Legal Resident Card), proof of residence (rental agreement, government mail, etc...) and be prepared to interview.

How Do I Qualify For This Free Training?

• Strong interest in a construction career
• Ages 18 to 24 (on July 12th, 2021 be between the ages of 17 ¾ and 24 years of age)
• California ID Card
• Social Security Card
• High School Diploma or Equivalency or Current Enrollment in an Equivalency Program (bring proof of enrollment for faster processing)

Check and see if you qualify in the LAX Area Individuals residing in any of these zip codes are eligible to participate in the HireLAX ARP.

At Orientation, you will learn about the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program. You will submit your application for the program, be screened and interviewed. If selected, this 8 week training course provides everything needed to help begin your construction career at NO COST to you!

The Multi-Craft Core Curriculum, a 120 hour union-developed pre-apprenticeship course

• Orientation to Union Construction
• Construction Trade Awareness
• Heritage of the American Worker
• Basic Construction Math
• Green Construction
• Tools and Materials
• Basic Blueprint Reading

OSHA-10 and First Aid Certification

• Safety certifications needed to get a union apprenticeship

Hands-On Projects

• An introduction to working with real construction tools and materials
• Class construction projects
• Employment Development
• Develop confidence to succeed throughout the union interview process
• Create a construction-oriented resume
• Learn strategies to obtain a union construction career

It’s estimated between 15% - 30% of construction workers are already or will be eligible for retirement in the next 5 years. Enormous opportunities for those starting a career!

If you apply by June 9th, within a few days of registering, you will receive an email with further information regarding applying for the program. You will be invited to attend a pre-screening event to complete paperwork in advance and receive training on interviewing to improve your interview score at Orientation. Be sure to check your spam folder for emails from HireLAX@LAWA.org. Applications will be accepted and screenings will be conducted on June 18th for those that do not complete the process in advance, as time and space allows. This is an 8 week Apprenticeship Readiness Program. Unlike previous classes, this class will include a small stipend for students.