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Library of AIR's Apprenticeship Partners

Welcome to the AIR Source & Grow Talent Partner Directory—your gateway to a national ecosystem of over 160 partners advancing high-quality apprenticeship opportunities across a wide range of occupations. Led by the American Institutes for Research (AIR), this network includes Hire Ready multi-employer sponsors which operate as registered multi-employer sponsors operating across 30+ states.

Use this library to find partners to support your talent related goals, use the filters on the left to search by location, occupation, and partner type. To clear the filter click "reset".

As a U.S. Department of Labor-funded industry intermediary, AIR collaborates with employers, educators, workforce organizations, and community-based entities to increase adoption of registered apprenticeships. Through the Apprenticeships for Tech initiative, partners gain access to tools, templates, and guidance to source and grow talent, design multi-employer programs, and connect individuals to paid, mentored career pathways with industry-recognized credentials. Not a partner and want to join this powerful network? Learn how here. link: contact-us

Hire Ready Intermediaries - registered apprenticeship program sponsors work with employers to hire apprentices or train existing staff as apprentices, intermediaries administer the programs to relieve employers of that burden.

Employer Sponsor - registered apprenticeship programs operated and administered by the employer for their talent needs, launched and supported by AIR.

Developing- may be either a single employer or an intermediary working with AIR to design, build, launch and run an apprenticeship program. They are not yet registered.

Champions - these organizations partner with AIR to promote apprenticeship to their networks of employers, and work to expand apprenticeship as an effective talent development solution.

Collaborative TA - regional, state and national organizations that partner with AIR to deliver technical assistance to potential and current sponsors to build, sustain, improve and grow programs.

Pipeline - organizations that support individuals in gaining life and basic skills to prepare them to be ready for an apprenticeship program. They help programs source talent that is eager to learn and ready to work.

Training - these organizations are well positioned to partner with sponsors to provide the classroom (non-on-the-job), or related technical instruction (RTI) for programs. Trainers are may also be intermediary sponsors.

46 results found

North Mississippi Community Development Center

North Mississippi CDC serves as a workforce intermediary by designing and managing earn-and-learn programs in manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. The organization combines employer-paid training with classroom instruction and supportive services to strengthen regional talent.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
MS
Partner Category:
Developing

On The Right Track Systems, Inc.

On the Right Track Systems develops patented hookless cubicle curtain track systems designed to reduce labor costs, minimize infection risks, and improve patient safety in healthcare settings.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
TN
City or Region:
Memphis
Partner Category:
Developing

Opportunity Knox - Diverse IT

Opportunity Knox administers USDOL-registered apprenticeships in construction and IT. The multi-year programs combine on-the-job training with related instruction and mentorship, culminating in nationally recognized credentials.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Other
Tech Project Coordinator
State:
MI
CA
GA
City or Region:
Atlanta Metro
Lansing–East Lansing
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works to revitalize the federal government by inspiring a new generation to serve and transforming operational effectiveness.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Other
State:
DC
City or Region:
DC Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

Per Scholas

Per Scholas offers Department of Labor–registered, earn-and-learn apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity and IT support, designed to bridge the tech skills gap and promote economic mobility. Apprentices receive hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and mentorship, preparing them for full-time roles with leading employers. With a proven track record of success, Per Scholas has partnered with over 850 employers nationwide to place graduates in high-demand tech positions. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that underrepresented communities have access to quality tech careers.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
IT Generalist
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
AZ
CA
CO
FL
GA
IL
MD
MA
MI
MO
NJ
NY
ND
OH
PA
TX
WA
City or Region:
Phoenix Metro
Los Angeles Metro
Denver Metro
Orlando Metro
Atlanta Metro
Chicago Metro
Indianapolis
DC Metro
Boston Metro
Detroit Metro
Kansas City Metro
St Louis Metro
New York/Newark Metro
Buffalo Metro
Charlotte Metro
Cincinnati Metro
Columbus Metro
Philadelphia Metro
Pittsburgh
Dallas Metro
Houston Metro
Seattle Metro
Austin
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

Public Consulting Group HQ

PCG’s Apprenticeship Management Solutions team helps organizations design, register, and manage USDOL-approved apprenticeship programs by providing curriculum development, apprentice monitoring, compliance assistance, and related technical instruction support.

Occupation:
Network Support Specialist
Tech Support Specialist
Tech Project Coordinator
Data Analyst
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
FL
CA
NV
TX
WI
City or Region:
Houston Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

RapidAscent

Paid apprenticeships are the biggest change in cybersecurity hiring, filling open positions in the 3.5M hiring gap. We offer an end-to-end apprenticeship program paired with our powerful SaaS platform to help you scale hiring, fill your pipeline, and reduce risks.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
CA
CO
City or Region:
San Francisco Metro
Colorado Springs
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline

River Valley School District

River Valley School District is the first U.S. public school district to join CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech. High-school and adult learners receive paid hands-on training and certification in cybersecurity and related IT pathways.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
PA
City or Region:
Pittsburgh
Partner Category:
Developing

RTriad Enterprises, LLC

RTriad Enterprises operates a Registered Apprenticeship program for Information Security Analysts and Software Developers. The program offers free pre-training, certification vouchers, paid work, and one-year access to a career community for mentorship and networking.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
NC
City or Region:
Greensboro Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline

San Francisco, City and County of

ApprenticeshipSF coordinates more than 25 city-backed registered programs by uniting labor unions, colleges, and municipal departments. It manages candidate recruitment, earn‑and‑learn schedules, and credentialing to meet both public and private workforce goals.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
CA
City or Region:
San Francisco Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Security Industry Association

The new Security Systems Technician (SST) apprenticeship program falls under the Information Security Analysts occupation group (O*NET Code 15-1212.00) aligning with other registered apprenticeship programs that address security for computer networks and information, such as cybersecurity support technician and cyber defense analyst. Unlike other related programs, the SST apprenticeship program uniquely addresses both physical device installation for low-voltage security equipment and cybersecurity controls for safeguarding electronic infrastructure and technology.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
Natl
CA
IL
MD
PA
WI
City or Region:
DC Metro
San Francisco Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Strategic Information Resources, Inc.

Strategic Information Resources sponsors a registered apprenticeship for Computer User Support Specialists in Canoga Park. Apprentices earn wages while they receive employer-based training and related technical instruction in IT support under industry-experienced mentors.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
CA
City or Region:
Los Angeles Metro
Partner Category:
Employer Sponsor

The Cyber Guild

The Cyber Guild designs cybersecurity apprenticeship programs that combine paid on-the-job security operations roles with structured related instruction and mentor-led labs. Apprentices gain real-world threat-analysis experience to prepare for entry-level analyst positions.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
VA
Partner Category:
Champion
Pipeline

United Youth of America

UYOA is a nonprofit that serves underprivileged youth. Youth have access to supportive services and training in various occupations. Apprenticeships are currently registered in Oklahoma, Illinois, California and Georgia but they are working on a national program.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Network Support Specialist
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
CA
GA
IL
OK
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

US Department of Commerce NIST NICE

The NICE Program Office at NIST leads the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education by providing the Cybersecurity Workforce Framework and a public Apprenticeship Finder tool. NICE offers technical assistance, one-pagers, and community coordinating councils to align training with defined work roles and industry competencies.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
DC
City or Region:
DC Metro
Partner Category:
Champion