Any direction for apprenticeships in Philadelphia?

[Duane Stafford]

Hello All,

Im new to the forum and in need of direction. I just completed a couple classes at the PFW under Alan and Mario. I would love to attend more but I need a job to pay for it. My goal was to get employment as an apprentice/helper at a cabinet makers shop, or really anything wood, to gain experience, learn as much as I could and gather income to do more for myself. My search is still ongoing. I have been working on my own projects around the house for years. However I want to achieve more. I do have a basic knowledge on how to use most tools around a shop but it seems wook expierence is key, I want that.

If anyone has any kind of advise for me, I thank you greatly in advance!

Thanks for your time,
dj

[Rob Bodenschatz]

Jeff Lohr in Schwenksville has an apprenticeship program. Doesn't look like he has any openings now but it couldn't hurt to contact him.

http://www.jdlohrwood.com/woodworking_apprenticeship.htm

BTW, I've taken courses from both Jeff and Alan. Both great instructors.

[Jeff Craven]

This isn't an apprenticeship, but meeting with the local woodworkers guild has been very educational for me. Check out the Montgomery county woodworkers guild. We have had a few meetings at Alan's shop and one at Jeff Lohr's shop.


groups . yahoo . com / group / MCWW