On June 25, the Carpenters Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) proudly celebrated the graduation of 31 participants at a distinguished ceremony hosted by the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Congratulations to the 2024 graduates from CARP! The General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) and our member companies proudly support your accomplishments and look forward to working with you as you enter your apprenticeship program.

From wrbl.com:

CARP, developed in partnership with the General Building Contractors Association and the Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters’ Technical Center, addresses the growing need for skilled union carpenters. This initiative also focuses on fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce within the construction industry.

Key Benefits of CARP

1. Comprehensive Training

2. Removing Barriers

3. Pathway to Apprenticeships

4. Building a Diverse Workforce

5. Real-World Experience

If you are looking for and willing to sponsor a CARP graduate, please contact Erin Dwyer Harvard, GBCA’s Director of Public Affairs: