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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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TechNation Careers

TechNation Careers offers a 12‑month, Department of Labor–registered IT apprenticeship designed to launch Security+ and IT Support talent into full-time roles. Apprentices receive paid, hands-on experience, mentorship, and structured classroom training—empowering diverse, refugee, and immigrant professionals while helping employers build a skilled, cost-effective tech workforce.
Focused on expanding employer engagement.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
UX/UI
State:
CO
City or Region:
Denver Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline

The Fulcrum Group

The Fulcrum Group’s Apprentice Program provides paid on-the-job training in IT support roles combined with structured mentorship and optional college-credit pathways. Apprentices build resume-ready experience through live job simulations and earn industry certifications.

Occupation:
Network Support Specialist
Tech Support Specialist
State:
TX
City or Region:
Dallas Metro
Partner Category:
Employer Sponsor
Pipeline

Training Concepts

Training Concepts offers a comprehensive, instructor-led apprenticeship program designed to launch careers in information technology. Apprentices engage in hands-on training across various IT disciplines, including cybersecurity, networking, and cloud computing, with courses leading to certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. The program combines classroom instruction with practical experience, providing a structured pathway for individuals to develop the skills necessary for success in the IT industry. While the program does not guarantee employment, it equips participants with the knowledge and credentials sought by employers in the tech field

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
State:
SC
City or Region:
Columbia Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

Umos

Umos manages registered apprenticeships in healthcare support and community services by combining paid practical rotations with related technical instruction and mentorship. The organization works with regional employers to upskill diverse cohorts for local workforce needs.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
State:
WI
City or Region:
Milwaukee Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

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

Waubonsee Community College

Waubonsee sponsors a USDOL-approved Industrial Maintenance Registered Apprenticeship that combines paid on-the-job training with college coursework in high-growth trades. Employers provide tuition sponsorship so apprentices graduate without debt and earn competitive wages throughout the program.

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

West Michigan Works!

Local Workforce Development board with a team focused on apprenticeship expansion. Focused more in other occupations but have been trying to stand up an IT program.
Experienced and knowledgeable staff.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
Other
State:
MI
City or Region:
Grand Rapids Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

West Side School District

The West Side School District in Dayton, Idaho offers a Registered Apprenticeship Program focused on preparing students for careers in education, specifically as Preschool Teachers.

Occupation:
Teacher aide
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline

Wood River Community YMCA

The Wood River Community YMCA, located in Ketchum, Idaho, offers a meaningful and community-driven Registered Apprenticeship Program focused on preparing young adults for careers in education and youth development.

Occupation:
Teacher aide
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline