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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.

11 results found

CyBx Security LLC

CyBx Security delivers comprehensive information security and computer forensics solutions by integrating proprietary cybersecurity software into client infrastructures. The company provides continuous 24/7 monitoring and compliance support across emerging technologies such as AI, 5G, and IoT.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
PA
Partner Category:
Employer Sponsor

EmployIndy

Preparing Central Indiana high school students for the workforce with paid, hands-on experience that complements their traditional coursework.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
Tech Project Coordinator
IT Generalist
Other
Admin services
State:
IN
City or Region:
Indianapolis
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Goodwin College of Professional Studies

Goodwin College at Drexel University is creating an apprenticeship that includes college credit for RTI and OJT in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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

Marymount University

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.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
PA
City or Region:
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
Partner Category:
Training
Developing

My IT University

My IT University delivers a CompTIA-approved apprenticeship for university students. Participants earn wages while pursuing Cyber Security Support Technician or Data Analyst tracks through instructor-led courses, one-on-one mentorship, and financial support.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
Natl
MD
NC
City or Region:
DC Metro
Partner Category:
Pipeline
Training

NuPaths

NuPaths delivers paid, competency-based apprenticeship training in IT and digital skills. The program combines real-world projects with mentor-led instruction, enabling employers to gain vetted, job-ready talent through a structured placement model.

Occupation:
Tech Support Specialist
State:
PA
Partner Category:
Champion
Pipeline
Training

Per Scholas

Per Scholas offers Department of Labor–registered, earn-and-learn apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity and IT support, designed to bridge the tech skills gap and promote economic mobility. Apprentices receive hands-on training, industry-recognized certifications, and mentorship, preparing them for full-time roles with leading employers. With a proven track record of success, Per Scholas has partnered with over 850 employers nationwide to place graduates in high-demand tech positions. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that underrepresented communities have access to quality tech careers.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
IT Generalist
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
AZ
CA
CO
FL
GA
IL
MD
MA
MI
MO
NJ
NY
ND
OH
PA
TX
WA
City or Region:
Phoenix Metro
Los Angeles Metro
Denver Metro
Orlando Metro
Atlanta Metro
Chicago Metro
Indianapolis
DC Metro
Boston Metro
Detroit Metro
Kansas City Metro
St Louis Metro
New York/Newark Metro
Buffalo Metro
Charlotte Metro
Cincinnati Metro
Columbus Metro
Philadelphia Metro
Pittsburgh
Dallas Metro
Houston Metro
Seattle Metro
Austin
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

River Valley School District

River Valley School District is the first U.S. public school district to join CompTIA Apprenticeships for Tech. High-school and adult learners receive paid hands-on training and certification in cybersecurity and related IT pathways.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
PA
City or Region:
Pittsburgh
Partner Category:
Developing

Security Industry Association

The new Security Systems Technician (SST) apprenticeship program falls under the Information Security Analysts occupation group (O*NET Code 15-1212.00) aligning with other registered apprenticeship programs that address security for computer networks and information, such as cybersecurity support technician and cyber defense analyst. Unlike other related programs, the SST apprenticeship program uniquely addresses both physical device installation for low-voltage security equipment and cybersecurity controls for safeguarding electronic infrastructure and technology.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
Natl
CA
IL
MD
PA
WI
City or Region:
DC Metro
San Francisco Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

Strada Education Network

The Strada Education Foundation (formerly Strada Education Group), headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a national nonprofit focused on strengthening the connection between education and employment. While Strada does not directly operate apprenticeship programs, it plays a strategic role in expanding access to work-based learning, including apprenticeships, through funding, research, and partnerships.
Strada supports apprenticeships by:
- Funding initiatives that expand work-based learning opportunities
- Partnering with employers, colleges, and community organizations to develop scalable apprenticeship models
- Investing in intermediaries that help launch and manage apprenticeship programs
- Advancing policy and research to promote skills-based hiring and career pathways

Occupation:
TBD
State:
IN
City or Region:
Indianapolis
Partner Category:
Developing

The City of Frederick, MD

The City of Frederick is exploring apprenticeship after participating in the Good Jobs, Great Cities Academy with the National League of Cities and the U.S. Department of Labor. Frederick seeks to improve job opportunities for residents, focusing on high-quality jobs and sustainable employment. Career Connected Learning and Apprenticeship was one of four key areas Frederick identified as an area of focus and created the Office of Opportunity and Transformation to lead these efforts.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
MD
Partner Category:
Developing