Application deadlines are outlined at the bottom of this page.
The FALL application period is June 16th – September 30th, 2026. Applications OPENED by September 30th and COMPLETED WITHIN THE 30-DAY APPLICATION WINDOW will be eligible for the NOVEMBER 2026 GAN Aptitude Test. Click APPLY ONLINE to begin your application after reviewing link – Navigating the Application Process.
Minimum Requirements to Apply
- Complete the on-line application and all requirements within 30 days of opening your application. Applications are accepted year-round.
- Be a minimum of 17 years of age to apply. You must be at least 18 years of age to be hired.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Be a high school graduate or have a GED Certificate. If you have a GED, you must provide a copy of the score report from the Department of Education.
*If you have not yet graduated high school, you may submit an on-track letter from your advisor and provide a copy of your diploma after graduation. Official transcripts are not required. Copies of your documents must be uploaded directly through the GAN Personal Experience Form (PEF) portal. - Show evidence of successful completion of one full credit of algebra (or higher qualifying math) with a passing grade of C or better; or one post high school algebra course with a passing grade of C or better (i.e. Continuing Education, College Course, Trade School Course, etc.); or provide documents confirming successful completion of the Online Tech Math Course through Electrical Training Alliance available at www.electricaltrainingalliance.org
Meeting the minimum application requirements is just the first step. Because the selection process for the Local 292 Apprenticeship is highly competitive, many applicants choose to improve their application score by gaining experience in the following key areas:
- Electrical construction trade school
- Pre-apprentice electrical work experience
- Electrical construction Pre-apprentice certificate programs >125 hrs
- Electrical Training Alliance online Interim Credentials course
- Electrical Construction or IBEW letter(s) of recommendation
- Review GAN Human Resources Aptitude Test study guide
All applicants who are given a conditional offer of employment as an apprentice will be required to take a physical and drug test prior to being indentured.
Application Deadlines
GAN Aptitude Testing is held four times per year at the JATC. To be eligible for a specific test date:
- Applications must be started by the OPEN BY date.
- Applications must be fully completed and verified by within the applicants 30-day application window.
The application process may take a week or longer to complete. Give yourself plenty of time to successfully complete your application and for it to be verified. Please review the information on link – Navigating the Application Process and have your required documents ready before starting your application.
Fall Application Period
June 16th – September 30th, 2026
Applications OPENED by 9/30/2026
and completed within 30 days
Eligible for GAN Aptitude Testing
November 11 – 12, 2026
Winter Application Period
October 1st, 2026 – February 15th, 2027
Applications OPENED by 2/15/2027
and completed within 30 days
Eligible for GAN Aptitude Testing
March 24 – 25, 2027
Spring Application Period
February 16th – April 25th, 2027
Applications OPENED by 4/25/2027
and completed within 30 days
Eligible for GAN Aptitude Testing
June 3, 2027
Summer Application Period
April 26th – July 15th, 2027
Applications OPENED by 7/15/2027
and completed within 30 days
Eligible for GAN Aptitude Testing
August 25 – 26, 2027