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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

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

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

Learning Alliance

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.

Occupation:
Admin services
Construction
Cybersecurity Technician
Electrician
Other
Plumber
Project Manager
Tech Support Specialist
State:
Natl
AR
FL
GA
MA
MI
TX
City or Region:
Orlando Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

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

Oakland Community College

Oakland Community College sponsors registered apprenticeships across advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and IT. Apprentices combine paid on-the-job training with faculty-led related instruction while the college handles registration, curriculum, and credentialing support.

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

Opportunity Knox - Diverse IT

Opportunity Knox administers USDOL-registered apprenticeships in construction and IT. The multi-year programs combine on-the-job training with related instruction and mentorship, culminating in nationally recognized credentials.

Occupation:
Cybersecurity Technician
Other
Tech Project Coordinator
State:
MI
CA
GA
City or Region:
Atlanta Metro
Lansing–East Lansing
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary

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

Public Consulting Group HQ

PCG’s Apprenticeship Management Solutions team helps organizations design, register, and manage USDOL-approved apprenticeship programs by providing curriculum development, apprentice monitoring, compliance assistance, and related technical instruction support.

Occupation:
Network Support Specialist
Tech Support Specialist
Tech Project Coordinator
Data Analyst
Cybersecurity Technician
State:
FL
CA
NV
TX
WI
City or Region:
Houston Metro
Partner Category:
Developing

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

Think Data Solutions

ThinkData enables companies to leverage data apprenticeship to upskill existing employees and new hires. People gain invaluable hands-on experience, achieve the CompTIA Data+ certification — a unique, vendor-neutral credential in the data field — and receive unparalleled training from ThinkData.

Occupation:
Data Analyst
State:
AL
LA
SC
City or Region:
Birmingham Metro
Partner Category:
Hire Ready Intermediary
Pipeline
Training

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

VeteraNetwork

VeteraNetwork’s DOL-approved programs deliver paid upskilling in cloud networking, cybersecurity, and DevOps through remote self-paced or live-virtual instruction with mentor support. Employers engage veterans and underserved cohorts in competency-based training leading to recognized credentials.

Occupation:
Software Developer
State:
SC
City or Region:
Lexington-Fayette
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

YearUp United|YUPRO - Placement

YUPRO’s Skills-to-Staff™ Professional Apprenticeship provides a USDOL-registered pathway with 1,000 work hours and 144 hours of structured learning over 52 weeks. Employers may also choose 13- to 39-week informal tracks, all blending paid on-the-job learning with customizable upskilling curricula and professional development.

Occupation:
TBD
State:
AZ
CA
CT
FL
GA
IL
MA
MI
NY
NC
SC
TX
WA
Partner Category:
Pipeline
Developing