Partners

AOT delivers paid technology apprenticeships and internships for underrepresented high-school and college students. Participants engage in hands-on software development projects, receive career coaching, and attend professional skills workshops to prepare for technology roles.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Learning Alliance Corporation (LAC) in Tampa, Florida sponsors Registered Apprenticeship Programs in IT, Telecommunications, and Renewable Energy. LAC provides employers turnkey, grant-funded solutions that blend hands-on training and classroom instruction. Programs are nationally registered, promoting diversity and helping apprentices gain high-wage, high-skill jobs while improving workforce retention and pipeline for employers.

Learning How 2 Live, a nonprofit organization based in Boise, Idaho, offers a Registered Apprenticeship Program designed to support justice-involved youth and adults reentering the workforce. Their mission is to provide workforce readiness training, mentorship, and employment pathways to underserved populations.

Marymount University partners with employers to offer credit-bearing apprenticeships in nursing, cybersecurity, and business. Apprentices combine on-campus instruction with paid on-the-job learning under faculty mentorship.

Miami EdTech, founded by Carlos Vazquez, offers a registered 12-month apprenticeship program specializing in AI and UX/UI design. Apprentices gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and industry-recognized credentials, preparing them for full-time roles in the tech industry. The program is powered by GoSprout, a platform co-founded by Vazquez, which streamlines apprenticeship management and connects employers with skilled talent. This collaboration ensures a seamless and effective apprenticeship experience

Workforce development board with dedicated staff focused on apprenticeship development. Mainly focused on non-tech occupations, but exploring/adding tech occupations.

Miller Electric Company, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a long-standing leader in electrical contracting and systems integration. They offer a comprehensive apprenticeship program through the Electrical Training Alliance of Jacksonville, providing hands-on training and classroom instruction to aspiring electricians. Additionally, Miller Electric is a proud partner of American Apprenticeship Works, contributing to innovative apprenticeship models that bridge the skills gap in various industries.