Michigan Carpenters and Millwrights – Detroit, MI

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Updated November 2024

Michigan Carpenters and Millwrights – Detroit, MI

Program Information

The Michigan Carpenters and Millwrights Apprenticeship Program trains individuals to work in both carpentry and millwright disciplines. Apprentices learn about rough framing, finish carpentry, and industrial machinery installation. The program also covers the operation of power tools, blueprint reading, and safety protocols. Apprentices work on projects that include residential and commercial buildings, as well as large-scale industrial installations.

Through this program, apprentices gain a deep understanding of construction and industrial machinery maintenance, making them highly skilled tradesmen ready for a variety of work environments.

Program Length

4 years (includes 1,000 hours of classroom instruction and 6,000 hours of on-the-job training)

Program Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Strong physical fitness
  • Good hand-eye coordination

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Request to Edit or Update This Trade Information. The Michigan Carpenters and Millwrights – Detroit, MI was reviewed on November 2024

Apprenticeship Cost & Career Outlook

This is a Registered Apprenticeship Program — meaning you will earn while you learn.

  • Paid on-the-job training with increasing wages
  • Classroom or technical instruction provided by the program
  • No tuition costs — apprentices are paid during training
  • Nationally recognized credential upon completion

Because apprenticeships are managed through the U.S. Department of Labor, College Scorecard data for tuition and earnings does not apply. Apprenticeships provide real-world experience and a direct path to journeyman-level wages without student debt.