📍 Status: Active learning under mentor supervision
🎁 You Earned: 15+ hours contribution, positive feedback, commitment shown
The Apprentice is a member who has demonstrated initial reliability and is now learning with a mentor. At this level, you're moving beyond observation into active contribution under guidance.
🎯 Activities
Activity
Description
📚 Learn
Work alongside experienced members on real tasks
✅ Contribute
Complete assigned tasks with mentor oversight
🔧 Build skills
Develop capabilities through hands-on experience
🎯 Demonstrate
Show reliability and quality in your work
⚖️ Key Difference from Seeker
🌱 Seeker
🌿 Apprentice
Observing, orienting
Active learning with mentor
Assigned starter tasks
Works on scoped project tasks
Battle Buddy guidance
Formal mentor relationship
Exploring fit
Developing in chosen area
✅ Must Do
Complete assigned tasks to quality standards
Maintain regular communication with mentor
Document work and learning
Follow established processes
🟡 May Do
Take on increasingly complex tasks
Participate actively in working group discussions
Propose process improvements through mentor
Begin developing specialized skills
❌ Cannot Do
Submit governance proposals
Work unsupervised on critical tasks
Lead teams or approve others' work
Access sensitive data without mentor
🤝 The Mentor Relationship
As an Apprentice, you're paired with a mentor (Level 3+) who:
Mentor Role
How It Helps You
📋 Assigns appropriate tasks
Builds skills progressively
✅ Reviews your work
Ensures quality, provides feedback
❓ Answers questions
Accelerates your learning
📢 Advocates for you
Supports your promotion
Your Responsibilities to Your Mentor
💬 Be responsive and communicative
⏰ Complete tasks on time
❓ Ask questions when stuck
👂 Accept feedback constructively
⏱️ Respect their time
💰 EQTBLT Rates
Task Type
EQTBLT Range
📋 Basic tasks
12-18/hour
🔧 Skilled support
18-25/hour
📝 Documentation
15-20/hour
Rates increase as you take on more responsibility.
🗳️ Governance Access
Capability
Access
🗳️ Voting
✅ Yes, 1.00× weight
📝 Proposals
❌ No (can suggest through mentor)
👥 Working group
Active participant
🏛️ Committee
❌ No
🚀 Path to Contributor (Level 2)
Your Progress: 🟢🟢⚪⚪⚪⚪⚪⚪⚪⚪ Level 2 of 10
✅ Requirements
📋 Evidence Needed
Evidence
Purpose
📊 Task completion log with quality metrics
Shows capability
✅ Mentor evaluation form
Shows endorsement
👥 Working group participation record
Shows engagement
📝 Self-assessment of skills developed
Shows awareness
🔄 Review Process
Monthly reviews for early ranks. Your mentor initiates promotion when criteria are met, reviewed by a Level 4+ lead.
📋 Typical Tasks
Area
Example Tasks
🏗️ Construction
Material sorting, basic repairs with supervision
💻 Technical
Documentation, testing, simple bug fixes
📊 Operations
Process documentation, data entry, scheduling
👥 Community
Event support, member outreach assistance
Tasks increase in complexity as you demonstrate capability.
❓ Common Questions
Q: How long does it take to become a Contributor? A: Minimum 4 weeks, typically 6-8 weeks for active members.
Q: What if my mentor isn't a good fit? A: Request a different mentor through your working group lead. Fit matters.
Q: Can I work in multiple areas? A: Yes, but focus on one primary area for skill development.
💡 Tips for Success
💬 Communicate proactively - Don't wait until you're stuck
📝 Take notes - Document what you learn for future reference
🔄 Ask for feedback - Regular input helps you improve faster
✅ Deliver quality - Better to do less well than more poorly
🎯 Show initiative - Identify what needs doing
🚀 Next Steps
📊 Build a consistent contribution habit
🔧 Develop skills in your chosen area
🤝 Strengthen mentor relationship
📈 Prepare for Contributor level
Ready to advance? Talk to your mentor about your progress.