Training starts with carpentry fundamentals and basic tool use, construction math, basic blueprint reading, and applied carpentry skills, and culminates with a two-week paid internship at an active construction site.

KAHULUI — The University of Hawaii Maui College is offering a new, free, eight-week carpentry pre-apprenticeship training program this summer, starting June 13, for residents interested in pursuing career pathways in the skilled trades as carpenters, drywallers and millwrights.

The successful completion of this intensive, hands-on course serves as a direct pathway to becoming a registered apprentice with the Hawaii Carpenters Apprenticeship Program.

Tuition sponsorships for unemployed and underemployed Maui residents will be sponsored by Hana Career Pathways, a statewide program offering short-term trainings that lead to industry credentials and registered apprenticeship programs.

Students will also be offered paid internship and employment opportunities. Recent high school graduates are invited to apply.

Classes will be held on campus June 13 to July 22, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Required internship placements will be scheduled for Aug. 1-12.

Visit uhcc.hawaii.edu/training to learn more and apply directly online.