Portland · NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center, PortlandClosed for now

IBEW Local 48 inside electrician apprenticeship

Q: How do I apply to the IBEW Local 48 apprenticeship?

1. Apply online: $35 fee (waivers under 150% of the poverty line). Upload PDF transcripts. (When it opens) 2. Aptitude test: Electrical Training Alliance test. (After the application) 3. Interview: Bring a resume, letters and project photos if you want them considered. (After the test) 4. Ranked on the list: The whole process takes about 2–3 months. (Wait)

The training center is closed to all applications until further notice (updated Aug 28, 2026). Openings are posted at least 30 days ahead; once you start an application you have 30 days to finish it.

Inside electricianLimited energy technicianLimited residentialRanked by interview score. You get a one-time email with your rank, and apprentices are taken from the top as work picks up.

Retest and reinterview: You can retest 3 months after your last test. A passing score of 5+ from another JATC in the last 2 years can transfer.

How to apply to Local 48

Apply online$35 fee (waivers under 150% of the poverty line). Upload PDF transcriptsWhen it opens
Aptitude testElectrical Training Alliance testAfter the application
InterviewBring a resume, letters and project photos if you want them consideredAfter the test
Ranked on the listThe whole process takes about 2–3 monthsWait

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Limited energy or limited residentialSame training center; also closed right now

IEC or ABC programsMerit-shop programs often accept within months

Local 48 apprenticeship FAQ

When does IBEW Local 48 take apprenticeship applications?

As of 2026-10-23: Applications: Closed for now. The training center is closed to all applications until further notice (updated Aug 28, 2026). Openings are posted at least 30 days ahead; once you start an application you have 30 days to finish it.

How do I apply to the IBEW Local 48 apprenticeship?

Apply online (When it opens): $35 fee (waivers under 150% of the poverty line). Upload PDF transcripts.
Aptitude test (After the application): Electrical Training Alliance test.
Interview (After the test): Bring a resume, letters and project photos if you want them considered.
Ranked on the list (Wait): The whole process takes about 2–3 months.

What is the IBEW Local 48 aptitude test like?

Electrical Training Alliance test. Timing: After the application.

Does IBEW Local 48 interview apprenticeship applicants?

Yes. Interview: Bring a resume, letters and project photos if you want them considered. Timing: After the test.

How does IBEW Local 48 rank applicants?

Ranked by interview score. You get a one-time email with your rank, and apprentices are taken from the top as work picks up.

Can I retake the IBEW Local 48 aptitude test or interview?

You can retest 3 months after your last test. A passing score of 5+ from another JATC in the last 2 years can transfer.

Are there other ways in besides the IBEW Local 48 apprenticeship list?

Limited energy or limited residential: Same training center; also closed right now. IEC or ABC programs: Merit-shop programs often accept within months.

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From a program posting · last checked 2026-10-23

IBEW Local 48 inside electrician apprenticeship

The training center is closed to all applications until further notice (updated Aug 28, 2026). Openings are posted at least 30 days ahead; once you start an application you have 30 days to finish it.

Inside electricianLimited energy technicianLimited residentialRanked by interview score. You get a one-time email with your rank, and apprentices are taken from the top as work picks up.