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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.

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ACI Learning

At ACI Learning, we train leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether you're starting your IT career, mastering your profession, or developing your team, we're with you every step of the way. We believe that training is not a transaction, but an ongoing essential of life-long learning and career growth. We help you choose which learning path suits you best, deliver personalized training in the way you want it, and help you find the right career opportunity. ACI is a national apprenticeship program sponsor, and is registered in several states.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Network Support Specialist
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
CO
FL
NJ
TN
TX
City or Region:
Denver Metro
Dallas Metro
San Antonio
Colorado Springs
Jacksonville
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

ActivateWork, Inc.

ActivateWork is a talent solutions organization that transforms high-potential individuals into highly skilled, valuable team members. Our unique combination of rigorous recruiting, industry-driven training, curated job matches, and professional skills coaching prepares new employees to show up ready to contribute on day one. ActivateWork coordinates the front-loaded training and brings on hiring partners to do the OJL to complete the apprenticeship program.
At ActivateWork, we’ve already built the infrastructure—so you don’t have to. Our ready-to-launch Registered Apprenticeship Programs make it easy to hire, train, and retain top talent without the cost or complexity of starting from scratch. You get a proven model that works, with hands-on support every step of the way.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Dev Ops Analyst
Software Developer
Tech Support Specialist
State:
CO
City or Region:
Denver Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Training

Arapahoe/Douglas Works

Arapahoe/Douglas Works! serves as Colorado’s Apprenticeship Hub by offering no-cost guidance on program development, USDOL registration, and employer recruitment for registered apprenticeships. The workforce center provides post-registration support, including apprentice enrollment, retention strategies, and grant coordination.

Occupation:
N/A
State:
CO
Partner Category:
Collaborative TA

Aspiritech

Aspiritech is a world-class QA testing company that empowers individuals on the autism spectrum to fulfill their potential through meaningful employment combined with social opportunity.
Aspiritech is a tech services agency providing training and employment programs for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
IL
City or Region:
Chicago Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Boost Strategy Group

Boost Strategy Group helps cities and organizations build inclusive tech talent pipelines by aligning training with employer demand in fields like software development, cybersecurity, and data analytics. We specialize in workforce strategy, employer engagement, and creating equitable pathways that connect underserved communities to high-growth digital careers.

Occupation:
AI Specialist
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Drone Technician
GIS Specialist
Mental Health
Project Manager
Tech Support Specialist
Waste Water Treatment
State:
GA
MO
NJ
NC
City or Region:
Atlanta Metro
St Louis Metro
New York/Newark Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Boulder Chamber of Commerce

The Boulder Chamber of Commerce partners with employers and colleges to deliver Registered Adult Apprenticeships that blend paid work, structured instruction, and mentor support. Each program addresses regional workforce needs and culminates in an industry‑recognized credential.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
Network Support Specialist
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
CO
City or Region:
Denver Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Building Blocks Mentoring Program

Building Blocks Mentoring Program offers six-month, no-cost technical and workplace skills courses delivered in person or online. The program pairs participants with experienced mentors and career resources through a partnership with Grow With Google.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
DC
TN
City or Region:
Memphis
Partner Category:
Pipeline
Training

Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell’s Registered Apprenticeship Program develops technical and craft talent through paid on-the-job training paired with accredited classroom instruction. Apprentices rotate through real project assignments under experienced mentors to build career-ready skills.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
IL
City or Region:
Chicago Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

Capitol Impact

Capitol Impact is a social impact consulting firm that is dedicated to forging a better future for all Californians. To achieve this mission, we partner with visionary leaders across the social sector to advance practical solutions to our state’s most pressing challenges.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Network Support Specialist
Tech Project Coordinator
Tech Support Specialist
State:
CA
City or Region:
Sacramento Metro
Partner Category:
Pipeline

Careercnx

Career CNX is a Denver-based leadership consulting firm that offers a proprietary SaaS platform and coaching services to help professionals align personal and professional goals, enhancing performance and career advancement. While Career CNX does not currently offer a registered apprenticeship program, it provides resources to support career development and job placement.

Occupation:
N/A
State:
CO
City or Region:
Denver Metro
Partner Category:
Champion
Pipeline

CCS Technology Group

CCS Technology Group’s IT Apprenticeship blends paid hands-on work in software support and networking with CompTIA-aligned technical instruction. Apprentices receive one-on-one mentorship and gain industry credentials over a 12- to 18-month cycle.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Tech Support Specialist
State:
IL
City or Region:
Chicago Metro
Partner Category:
Employer Sponsor

City Colleges of Chicago

Apprenticeship programs at City Colleges of Chicago combine classroom and on-the-job learning to make up a typical 40-hours work week.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
IL
City or Region:
Chicago Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

Code The Dream

Code the Dream Tandem Apprenticeship
A 6–12 month, Department of Labor–registered tandem apprenticeship that connects vetted junior developers—graduated from CTD’s free Code School—with partner companies (like Cisco and SAS). Apprentices remain CTD employees while working full-time on real-world projects under joint mentorship from CTD senior devs and host-company teams. This plug-and-play model builds diverse tech pipelines and delivers immediate, production-ready results, with many apprentices hired full-time upon completion.
Multiple new staff positions focused on employer engagement.

Occupation:
Software Developer
State:
NC
City or Region:
Raleigh-Durham-Cary
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Training

College of DuPage

Project Hire‑Ed places apprentices with local employers and supports college coursework for stackable certificates. Participants earn a paycheck, graduate debt‑free, and obtain industry‑aligned credentials.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Tech Support Specialist
State:
IL
City or Region:
Chicago Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

Colorado Workforce Development Council

Through Apprenticeship Colorado, CWDC oversees statewide registered apprenticeships by offering technical assistance, tax credit guidance, and equity-focused best practices. The council connects employers, sponsors, and education providers to expand high-quality programs.

Occupation:
N/A
State:
CO
Partner Category:
Champion