A person who is learning a trade on the job under the supervision of a journey worker is a ?

• A. Apprentice
• B. Journeyman
• C. Intern
• D. Trainee

Answer: (A)

Learning a trade through hands-on work under the guidance of an experienced worker is the classic apprenticeship path. In this setup, you actively perform tasks on the job while a journey worker teaches you proper methods, safety practices, and the specific skills of the trade. You typically earn while you learn, and you may also take related classroom instruction as part of the program. The goal is to grow from a learner into a fully competent tradesperson who can work independently and eventually supervise others.

This differs from a journeyman, who has completed the apprenticeship and is qualified to work without supervision and often to train others. The terms intern or trainee are more general and don’t specifically capture the structured, mentor-guided on-the-job training that defines an apprenticeship in skilled trades.