For students

Get paid to learn a career you'll keep.

RVA Builds is open to Richmond Public Schools students. Earn paid hours in the skilled trades and graduate straight into a real apprenticeship, at no cost to you.

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Who it's for

If this sounds like you, you're a fit.

RVA Builds is for Richmond Public Schools students ready to start a hands-on career in the skilled trades. No experience needed.

Current RPS students

Open to Richmond Public Schools high schoolers exploring the trades.

No experience needed

You don't need a résumé full of jobs, just the drive to learn.

Built into school

Part of your RPS experience through the Passion4Learning redesign.

Ready to build

The best fit is anyone serious about a high-wage career in construction or the trades.

What you get

More than a job. A real head start.

120+ paid hours

Complete at least 120 hours of paid, work-based learning with a real employer.

A living wage after grad

Graduate straight into a registered apprenticeship at a fair, living wage.

A dedicated mentor

Learn straight from experienced people on the job.

Wraparound support

Transportation, tools, credentials, and advising to help you succeed.

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Apply to RVA Builds.

Tell us a bit about yourself and our team will reach out about getting started in the trades. Takes about three minutes.

No cost · No commitment
Letters only — first name is required.
Letters only — last name is required.
Enter a valid email address (e.g. you@example.com).
Optional, US format: (555) 123-4567. Enter a valid US phone number.
Please choose a trade.
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By submitting, you agree to be contacted by the RVA Builds team about your application.

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Thanks! Our team will be in touch about getting you started in the trades.