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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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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

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

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

City of Albuquerque

The Economic Development Department administers Job Training Albuquerque to offer no-cost, skills-based courses tailored to small businesses, resulting in over 2,600 enrollments from 320 employers, 1,225 new jobs, and $58.7 million in added earning power. In parallel, the Human Resources Department’s Employee Learning Center provides structured onboarding, leadership development, professional certification courses, one-on-one career coaching, and targeted workshops for municipal staff.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
NM
Partner Category:
Developing

City of Charlotte

The City of Charlotte’s Apprenticeship Charlotte initiative partners with local agencies and employers to offer earn-and-learn pathways in trades, engineering, and IT. Participants earn wages while completing structured instruction and advancing through wage tiers.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
NC
City or Region:
Charlotte Metro
Partner Category:
Employer Sponsor

City of Madison, WI

The City of Madison offers a youth apprenticeship program through their FLEET division for high school students to work with and be mentored by city fleet technicians.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
WI
Partner Category:
Developing

City of Riverside

The City of Riverside's Human Resources team offers a youth apprenticeship program in partnership with the LAUNCH apprenticeship network intermediary.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
CA
Partner Category:
Developing

City of St. Louis, MO

In partnership with the City Offices of Personnel and the St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment, St. Louis is exploring apprenticeship to meet critical municipal workforce needs and strengthen partnerships with education and community-based organizations. The city’s disaster recovery efforts from the May 2025 tornado have emphasized the need to develop a strong talent pipeline for skilled trade workers. Jobs with the City of St. Louis offer residents the opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
MO
City or Region:
St Louis Metro
Partner Category:
Pipeline
Developing

CompTIA INC

CompTIA serves as a National Program Sponsor for technology apprenticeships by providing curriculum development, certification pathways such as A+, Network+, and Security+, and program management support to employers across IT, cybersecurity, and networking.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Project Manager
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
Partner Category:
Champion
Pipeline
Training

Correlation One Inc

Correlation One’s digital apprenticeship programs train employees in data analytics, AI, and cybersecurity through grant‑backed curricula and related instruction. The programs help employers close skill gaps and increase retention.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
State:
Natl
CA
CO
IL
NJ
NC
TX
City or Region:
New York/Newark Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Training

DeVry University

DeVry University offers undergraduate and graduate programs onsite and online. DeVry is developing a registered apprenticeship in at least five states with plans to go national in the next two years.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Data Analyst
Network Support Specialist
Tech Project Coordinator
Tech Support Specialist
State:
CA
GA
IL
City or Region:
San Diego Metro
Orlando Metro
San Francisco Metro
Chicago Metro
San Antonio
DC Metro
Columbus Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Training

Harrison Consultants

Harrison Consultants partners with employers and training providers to design and implement custom apprenticeship solutions across technology, manufacturing, and professional services. The firm manages DOL registration, competency-based curriculum development, and progress monitoring, enabling organizations to upskill employees without student debt and achieve measurable retention gains.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
OK
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Idaho Health Care Association

The Idaho Health Care Association (IHCA) offers a Registered Apprenticeship Program designed to help long-term care facilities train and retain skilled workers while providing employees with a pathway to nationally recognized credentials. Occupations include CNA, dietary manager, activity director, resident services director, assisted living administrator, and paid feeding assistant.

Occupation:
Healthcare
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Idaho Primary Care Association

IPCA sponsors healthcare apprenticeships in Community Health Worker, Dental Assistant, and Medical Assistant tracks. Programs combine paid workplace training with Core CHW and Advanced CHW coursework to ensure competency and USDOL credentialing.

Occupation:
Healthcare
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Idaho State University

Idaho State University (ISU) offers a range of Registered Apprenticeship Programs through its Continuing Education and Workforce Training (CEWT) division and the College of Technology. These programs combine on-the-job training (OJT) with classroom instruction, preparing students for careers in skilled trades and technical fields.

Occupation:
CNA
Construction
Electrician
HVAC
Healthcare
Plumber
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training