Change The World Our program is the first-in-the-nation registered apprenticeship program in fusion energy and engineering. It is designed to equip the next generation of technicians with the skills necessary to help build the experiments needed to unlock fusion — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless source of energy. A PPPL Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway for high school graduates, veterans, and others looking to join this exciting endeavor. The only requirements are you must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent by the start of the program. The program takes at least four years to complete and it leads to a portable, nationally-recognized credential and a possible career at our national laboratory. Join us by becoming a PPPL Apprentice, as we lead the nation and world on the road to clean energy! Learn more about Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory More Program Videos How The Program Works STAGE 1 SHADOWING PERIOD 30-60 Days with skilled technicians. Details STAGE 2 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM About a 4 year term to complete the OJT and RTI hours, designated for the specific occupation. Details STAGE 3 POST-APPRENTICESHIP Career advancement support from PPPL. DETAILS Download Our InfoSheet Apprentice Occupation Descriptions How to Apply Apprenticeship RequirementsTo become an apprentice you must fulfill the following criteria:Have a high school diploma or equivalentBe at least 18 years of age Be a U.S. resident Be able to commute to our Princeton, NJ location Be willing to complete a 3 to 4 year programWork 40 hours a week in addition to completing class instruction outside your shift hours Position Openings Apprenticeship positions open on a rolling basis throughout the year. Sign up for our mailing list to stay up to date on apprenticeship position openings. View our Apprentice Occupation Descriptions for examples of roles that may become available. Mailing List Join Our Mailing List Stay up to date on our various events, apprenticeship position openings, and program announcements! SIGN UP PPPL is an Apprenticeship Ambassador for the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) apprenticeship program Apprenticeship News A proud day for PPPL’s apprenticeship program at second graduation ceremony Apprenticeship program at PPPL to expand with DOE funding PPPL’s first apprentices graduate from the program and begin new jobs as technicians Fusion Energy Caucus gets firsthand look at PPPL’s research during recent visit PPPL apprenticeship program to train highly-skilled technicians is a national model View All Apprenticeship News 1 / 5 Previous image Next image ︎ Contact Us For questions and additional info, contact our Program Manager Diana Adel at [email protected] If you would like to learn about other programs and opportunities at PPPL, please visit us at our Science Education page! Related documents Princeton Plasma Recognition Certificate
