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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

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

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

Carolinas AGC

Carolinas AGC’s Construction Apprenticeship combines paid field training with related classroom instruction in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Employers benefit from workforce development support, credential tracking, and grant coordination.

Occupation:
HVAC
Electrician
Plumber
Carpenter
Residential carpenter
State:
NC
SC
City or Region:
Charlotte Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

CityLab Professional

City Lab Professional's program is for youth apprentices however they can also serve adults.

Occupation:
Network Support Specialist
State:
CA
City or Region:
San Francisco Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

College of Southern Idaho

CSI’s registered apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with flexible local instruction. Programs prepare apprentices for certification and journeyman licensing while boosting employer productivity and retention.

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

Dakota State University

DSU’s Cyber Apprenticeship for high-school juniors and seniors blends hands-on learning in cyber operations with the opportunity to earn up to 12 college credits. The program includes tuition and wage reimbursements to make participation affordable for students and host organizations.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Teacher aide
State:
SD
City or Region:
Huron
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
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

Idaho Correctional Industries

The Idaho Correctional Industries (ICI) apprenticeship program is a powerful initiative aimed at equipping incarcerated individuals with real-world job skills and industry-recognized credentials to support successful reentry into society.

Occupation:
Carpenter
Graphic designer
Production cook
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Inland Northwest AGC

The Inland Northwest Associated General Contractors (AGC) offers a robust Registered Apprenticeship Program that serves both Washington and Idaho, including the northern counties of Idaho. This program is designed to train individuals in high-demand construction trades through a combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and classroom instruction.

Occupation:
Carpenter
Construction
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline

Merced Union High School District

MUHSD’s Career Technical Education department collaborates with local employers to embed work-based learning into high-school pathways. Students participate in paid internships, industry-aligned coursework, and support services to prepare for in-demand careers.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Tech Support Specialist
Network Support Specialist
Data Analyst
State:
CA
City or Region:
Merced
Partner Category:
Developing

Michigan Works! West Central

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

Occupation:
Carpenter
CNA
Healthcare
Project Manager
Teacher aide
State:
MI
City or Region:
West Central Michigan
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

NextGen Policy

NextGen Policy offers policy fellowships and workforce development programs that immerse participants in project-based policy work, stakeholder engagement, and professional coaching to cultivate the next generation of policy leaders.

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

Nez Perce Tribe

The Nez Perce Tribe in Lapwai, Idaho, offers a forward-thinking and impactful Registered Apprenticeship Program through its Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO). This initiative is designed to empower tribal youth and community members with hands-on training and certifications that lead to sustainable careers.

Occupation:
Construction
Carpenter
Painter
Other
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

North Idaho College Workforce Training & Pre-apprenticeship

North Idaho College’s Workforce Training Center runs USDOL-approved apprenticeships in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC trades. The programs pair employer-based training with 144 hours of annual classroom instruction to meet industry certification requirements.

Occupation:
Carpenter
CNA
Electrician
Medical assistant
Plumber
State:
ID
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training