Apprenticeship Programs

Applications are available at: http://easternmillwork.com/

• Holz Technik Apprenticeship program is a 4-year Associate’s degree program leading to an A.A.S. in Advanced Manufacturing.
• Number of apprentices hired each year varies.
• Hudson County high school seniors are encouraged to apply, although college students and others are also welcome to apply.
• Applicants interested in participating, will complete a brief application and interview process (Stage 1).
  • Information sessions are provided to Hudson County district high schools during the recruitment phase.
• Students will be assessed (Stage 2) to determine their mechanical aptitude, literacy level and skills for the position.
• Those who are a fit for the program will be asked to participate in a Pre-Employment program (Stage 3). The Pre-Employment program is an opportunity for students (prospective apprentices) to learn more about the apprenticeship by spending time at Eastern Millwork and HCCC.

• Eastern Millwork will make employment offers for a July 1 start date.
• Apprentices will begin their college education in July with a College Student Success course at HCCC. In addition, apprentices will also enroll in a woodworking class located at Hudson County Schools of Technology. These courses and others required for the degree will be at no-cost to the apprentice.
• Beginning in August, apprentices will work at Eastern Millwork and attend classes at HCCC.

• Eastern Millwork will provide a starting salary of $31,500 for apprentices.
• Other benefits will include free tuition, health insurance benefits with 100% of the premium paid by Eastern Millwork, participation in the 401K retirement and profit-sharing plan, and paid holidays and vacation.
• Apprentices will work at Eastern Millwork and attend classes on designated days.
• Apprentices will receive regular salary increases based on skills acquired during the five-year apprenticeship.
• At the end of the five years, the salary will rise to $70,000, and apprentices will be elevated to the position of Engineer at Eastern Millwork.
• There are several career tracks for Engineers at Eastern Millwork, with additional earning potential.
  
  The career tracks are:
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Estimator
  • Shop Associate

Where do I get an application?
Applications are available at: http://easternmillwork.com/

What is the deadline?
The next cycle's application deadline will be Winter 2025 (January 21, 2025). Applications be reviewed on a rolling basis.

What are the next steps after completing an application?
After you complete an application, it will be reviewed by a selection committee from Eastern Millwork and HCCC. Those applicants selected to move forward in the process will be invited with parents or guardians to one of the information sessions at Eastern Millwork. Subsequently, there will be interviews with the Eastern Millwork team and a Pre-Employment program sessions following the interview for those candidates who are selected to move to the last phase of the interview process.

When can I expect to hear if I am hired?
Employment offers are typically made by April 1, 2025.

Where is Eastern Millwork located?
Eastern Millwork is located in Jersey City at 143 Chapel Avenue.

Where can I get more information about the Apprenticeship Program?
A: Please go to the Eastern Millwork for additional information. You can also speak with your high school guidance counselor or contact Albert Williams at alwilliamsFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE or (201) 360-4255.

How do I enroll at HCCC?
Visit our Applying to HCCC webpage.