Trying to join a Apprenticeship for a Union (construction work, applying, degrees)

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I've been standing on lines and applying for Union apprenticeships, does anyone any have any advice on what to expect and what not to expect? I'm in NYC, is their any advantages in location? I've never done labor work at all...my last job was retail/customer service. But i have a strong work ethic and I like to work. I hear the money is good and so are some of the benefits. I have a AA degree but I don't see myself working in an office. Do Unions/locals even care if you have any degrees?

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Anyone do any construction work?