Opportunity Build is an industry-certified construction training program, providing a path to union apprenticeship in the skilled trades. The program begins with 9-10 weeks of hands-on training at our Oakland facility and offers 12 months of one-on-one assistance, job placement, and job retention support.
Opportunity Build teaches skills employers look for through hands-on and classroom training.
What Opportunity Build Teaches You
You will learn the skills necessary to enter a union apprenticeship or job in construction.
Career Opportunities
As an Opportunity Build graduate, you will have job and apprenticeship opportunities in a number of in-demand fields.
Training Dates
For current and upcoming training details, click below.
THE OPPORTUNITY BUILD IMPACT
To apply for Opportunity Build, you must meet the following basic requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Have a valid CA driver’s license or the ability to obtain one
- Demonstrate an 8th grade reading, reading comprehension, writing, and math level
- Be legally eligible to work in the United States
- Be fluent in English
- Have a stable living situation
Be able to attend training every day, as required for each training date class.
- Have reliable transportation to and from training
- Express strong motivation to find a job and/or enter an apprenticeship upon completion of training
- Be willing to make a 12-month commitment to your own professional development and to Rising Sun
TO APPLY
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