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Construction & Infrastructure

Careers in construction and infrastructure are some of the longest standing apprenticeships in the United States.

Registered Apprenticeships in construction in New Hampshire provide invaluable skills and work-based training to aspiring construction professionals in the state. These programs are designed to bridge the gap between classroom-based learning and practical hands-on experience, equipping participants with the necessary competencies to thrive in a variety of occupations in construction and infrastructure.

ApprenticeshipNH works with organizations across the state to make sure apprentices learn the essential skills that employers want. These apprenticeships provide a structured framework where participants can acquire practical skills and theoretical knowledge, combining classroom instruction with on-the-job training. Apprentices in the construction and infrastructure sector gain valuable experience in areas such as carpenter, electrician, plumbing, sheet metal, welding, HVAC technician, and energy auditor.

Registered Apprenticeships set the foundation for employee success and the continued growth of organizations.

For Apprentices

Well-paying careers

Careers in construction and infrastructure are some of the longest standing apprenticeships in the United States. The skills you gain can open new opportunities within a company. Upon completion of a Registered Apprenticeship, you will have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to build the career path that best suits you!

The salary range for construction and infrastructure employees in New Hampshire:

$39,000 - $61,000 per year

For Employers

A pipeline of skilled, productive workers

Registered Apprenticeships are developing a new generation of workers to help our nation succeed in the 21st Century economy.

A skilled workforce is vitally important in growing construction businesses. Registered Apprenticeship is a proven way to increase productivity and employee retention, ensure knowledge transfer from your top professionals and improve company culture.

For every dollar spent on apprenticeship,

employers get approximately $1.50 ROI

For High Schools

Prepare students for a rapidly changing job market

Use existing courses and work-based learning experiences to build or participate in pre-apprenticeship to registered apprenticeship opportunities that can serve as the foundation for a student’s career.

  • Provide experienced-based and authentic learning experiences that lead to in-demand careers
  • Support a smooth transition from high school to both college and career options

Number of construction programs at CTE center across the state:

46

The jobs are there:

510 projected annual job openings in NH for Construction Laborer through 2028

160 projected annual job openings in NH for Construction Manager through 2028

There will be an increase of 2,016 construction jobs through 2030

Professions in construction & infrastructure

  • Bricklayer
  • Building inspector
  • Carpenter
  • Civil drafter or engineer
  • Construction laborer
  • Diesel/heavy equipment mechanic
  • Electrician
  • Elevator constructor mechanic
  • Heating and air conditioning mechanic and installer
  • HVAC technician
  • Pipefitter
  • Plumber
  • Stonemason
  • Surveying technician
  • Utility technician
  • Welder

Types of companies hiring construction & infrastructure employees

  • Construction management companies
  • General contractors
  • Land surveying companies
  • Real estate developers
  • State/municipal highway and transportation departments
  • State/municipal planning and civil engineering boards
  • Telecommunications
  • Utility companies
“Simply put - the registered apprenticeship program through ApprenticeshipNH is the most effective way to connect job seekers and employers. This connection will ensure that a continuous pipeline of highly trained and skilled workers are available to meet the increasing demand that New Hampshire’s job market will undoubtedly have for years to come.”
Eddie Curran, HVAC Department Chair, Manchester Community College

A.J. LeBlanc HVAC Apprenticeship Program

HVAC Pre-Apprentice - Noah

HVAC Pre-Apprentice - Braden

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The total funding of the ApprenticeshipNH initiative is $12.07M with 99% funded through the following U.S. Department of Labor-Employment and Training Administration grants in the amounts indicated: State Apprenticeship Expansion 2020 (SAE2020) $3.45M, State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) $2.82M, and Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) $5.8M. Additional support of less than 1% is provided by third party scholarship grants.

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