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IBEW Local 5 electrical apprenticeship

Q: How do I apply to the IBEW Local 5 apprenticeship?

1. Apply online: $25 non-refundable fee. You must have lived a year in one of 22 western PA counties. (When it opens) 2. Entrance test: Seniors aged 17–18 can test before graduating. (Scheduled) 3. Interview: Only once you're 18. (After a qualifying score) 4. Offer: Physical, substance test, color-blindness test and background check, paid by the JATC. (Before you start)

Applications for the 2026–27 school year are closed. The JATC will post the 2027–28 process on its website and asks applicants not to call about applications.

5-year electrical apprenticeship

How to apply to Local 5

Apply online$25 non-refundable fee. You must have lived a year in one of 22 western PA countiesWhen it opens
Entrance testSeniors aged 17–18 can test before graduatingScheduled
InterviewOnly once you're 18After a qualifying score
OfferPhysical, substance test, color-blindness test and background check, paid by the JATCBefore you start

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Military routeThe JATC runs a separate path for transitioning service members

IEC or ABC programsMerit-shop programs often accept within months

Local 5 apprenticeship FAQ

When does IBEW Local 5 take apprenticeship applications?

As of 2026-10-23: Applications: Closed. Applications for the 2026–27 school year are closed. The JATC will post the 2027–28 process on its website and asks applicants not to call about applications.

How do I apply to the IBEW Local 5 apprenticeship?

Apply online (When it opens): $25 non-refundable fee. You must have lived a year in one of 22 western PA counties.
Entrance test (Scheduled): Seniors aged 17–18 can test before graduating.
Interview (After a qualifying score): Only once you're 18.
Offer (Before you start): Physical, substance test, color-blindness test and background check, paid by the JATC.

Does IBEW Local 5 interview apprenticeship applicants?

Yes. Interview: Only once you're 18. Timing: After a qualifying score.

Are there other ways in besides the IBEW Local 5 apprenticeship list?

Military route: The JATC runs a separate path for transitioning service members. IEC or ABC programs: Merit-shop programs often accept within months.

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