Apprenticeship

U.S. Department of Labor Approves Lockheed Martin National Standards of Apprenticeship

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Tuesday, November 13, 2018
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BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor (DoL) has approved its proposed National Standards of Apprenticeship, establishing a common framework for the company to develop and expand registered apprenticeship programs across its U.S. facilities.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor (DoL) has approved its proposed National Standards of Apprenticeship, establishing a common framework for the company to develop and expand registered apprenticeship programs across its U.S. facilities.
  • Establishing national standards in partnership with the Department of Labor enhances Lockheed Martin's ability to work with local apprenticeship offices, educational institutions, workforce agencies and the advanced manufacturing community to build capacity and provide greater workforce development opportunities to fill the skills gap.
  • We look forward to continuing our partnership with the Department of Labor to expand our apprenticeship programs and open up new opportunities for American workers."
  • The program was created in partnership with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and is a registered U.S. DoL apprenticeship program with Lockheed Martin's Space business area.

First Registered Tech Apprenticeship Program Expands Across U.S.

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Monday, November 12, 2018
Internships, Apprenticeship, Training, Columbus, Ohio, Ohio, Human behavior, Economy

SEATTLE, Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Apprenti , the nation's first registered tech apprenticeship program, announced today that it is expanding into Massachusetts and Columbus, Ohioboth critical tech markets in need of talent to fill a growing number of jobs.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Apprenti , the nation's first registered tech apprenticeship program, announced today that it is expanding into Massachusetts and Columbus, Ohioboth critical tech markets in need of talent to fill a growing number of jobs.
  • "Apprenti addresses the growing need for an alternative onramp into tech careers through apprenticeship in the U.S.," said Jennifer Carlson, executive director, Apprenti.
  • Although Massachusetts and Columbus reflect the program's expansion, Apprenti and tech apprenticeship is growing in other markets.
  • Apprenti is a registered apprenticeship program powered by the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA).

EmployBridge Becomes One of the Nation's First Staffing Companies to Sponsor a Temporary-to-Permanent Staff Apprenticeship Pilot in Partnership with U.S. Department of Labor

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Monday, November 12, 2018
Apprenticeship, Training

EmployBridge has been approved to conduct a one-year Advanced Manufacturing pilot apprenticeship program under a brand-new model, in partnership with its client Hypertherm Inc. of Lebanon, New Hampshire.

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  • EmployBridge has been approved to conduct a one-year Advanced Manufacturing pilot apprenticeship program under a brand-new model, in partnership with its client Hypertherm Inc. of Lebanon, New Hampshire.
  • Once the apprenticeship is complete, enrolled workers may receive a USDOL apprenticeship certificate from the Office of Apprenticeship.
  • At any time during the apprenticeship, an associate's employment status could change from temporary with Westaff to permanent employment with Hypertherm.
  • As part of the National Apprenticeship Week celebration, EmployBridge will host two signing ceremony events alongside the USDOL Office of Apprenticeship.

EmployBridge to Host Inaugural National Better WorkLife Day on November 14, in Celebration of National Apprenticeship Week

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Monday, November 12, 2018
Apprenticeship, Training

ATLANTA, Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- EmployBridge announced today that it will host its inaugural National Better WorkLife Day on November 14, aimed at improving the work lives of Americans by connecting job seekers with thousands of open positions, and offering ongoing upskilling opportunities through its Better WorkLife Academy.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Nov. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- EmployBridge announced today that it will host its inaugural National Better WorkLife Day on November 14, aimed at improving the work lives of Americans by connecting job seekers with thousands of open positions, and offering ongoing upskilling opportunities through its Better WorkLife Academy.
  • Job seekers can simply call or walk into a local office that is best suited to their skills and experience.
  • "During National Apprenticeship Week, the Department of Labor is urging employers to get involved and we are answering that call in a big way," says Brian Devine, EmployBridge senior vice president.
  • In 2017, EmployBridge provided more than 164 million work hours to 10,000 clients, generating more than $3 billion in revenue.For more information, please visit www.employbridge.com .

Unisys Teams with Augusta Technical College to Train and Hire Augusta-Area Residents to Work in Cybersecurity Jobs

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Monday, November 12, 2018
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Unisys plans to help train and hire these workers for projects in support of several U.S. state governments and to augment its cyber workforce at its growing Augusta Security Operations Center.

Key Points: 
  • Unisys plans to help train and hire these workers for projects in support of several U.S. state governments and to augment its cyber workforce at its growing Augusta Security Operations Center.
  • To kick off Veterans Day and National Apprenticeship Week, Unisys and Augusta Technical College are scheduled to provide additional details on the apprenticeship program today at an event beginning at 11:00 am ET at the Georgia Cyber Center in Augusta.
  • Planned participants include leaders from Unisys; Terry Elam, president of Augusta Technical College; William Kraus, Georgia state director of registered apprenticeship at the U.S. Department of Labor; and representatives from the Technical College System of Georgia.
  • Unisys and other Unisys products and services mentioned herein, as well as their respective logos, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Unisys Corporation.

Bombardier's Q3 announcements leave workers in the dark

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Friday, November 9, 2018
International Federation of Journalists, International Metalworkers' Federation, International Transport Workers' Federation, Canadian Labour Congress, Unifor, Bombardier Inc., Apprenticeship, Business, Economy of Canada, Economy

TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2018 /CNW/ - Unifor members at Bombardier were left in the dark when the Company announced plans to cut 5000 jobs globally.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2018 /CNW/ - Unifor members at Bombardier were left in the dark when the Company announced plans to cut 5000 jobs globally.
  • Bombardier also announced the sales of its Q Series turboprop aircraft program and business aircraft flight and technical training units.
  • Unifor is Canada's largest union in the private sector, representing 315,000 workers in every major area of the economy.
  • Unifor represents more than 50,000 skilled trades workers and apprentices in 63 types of skilled across Canada working in over 20 sectors.

Salesforce.org Announces $1 Million in Grants for the UK's Next Generation Workforce

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Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Apprenticeship, Training

Valued at $500,000 each, the grants will support the School 21 Innovative Leadership Development Programme and the Ada Apprenticeship Scheme.

Key Points: 
  • Valued at $500,000 each, the grants will support the School 21 Innovative Leadership Development Programme and the Ada Apprenticeship Scheme.
  • The grants underscore Salesforce.org's ongoing commitment to help ensure the workforce of tomorrow is equipped with the skills and experience to enter the professional workforce, especially in tech careers.
  • The grants will also complement Salesforce UK's commitment to volunteering with both organisations to support their education and apprenticeship programmes.
  • Minister for Digital, Margot James, said: "Developing the next generation of tech talent is vital if we are to maintain our position as a world-leading digital economy.

Ohio Electricians in High Demand for Massive Facebook Data Center Construction

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Human behavior, Electric power, Electrical wiring, Occupations, Employment, Electrician, Technicians, Learning, Apprenticeship, Journeyman, Construction electrician, Columbus, Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohio's electricians are critical to the construction of Facebook's new $750 million data center, located in the New Albany International Business Park.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohio's electricians are critical to the construction of Facebook's new $750 million data center, located in the New Albany International Business Park.
  • "This data center project means long-term employment for 40 to 70 hours a week at prevailing wages with employer-paid benefits, including family health care, for hundreds upon hundreds of Ohio electricians."
  • Journeyman electricians, construction electricians, apprentice electricians and construction wireman are all needed for the job.
  • Affiliated Construction Trades of Ohio (ACT Ohio) was created by the Ohio State Building & Construction Trades Council to encourage economic and industrial development and promote industry best practices for the state's public and private construction.

Randstad US to share how companies can champion diversity in a post-digital workplace

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Monday, October 22, 2018
Employment, Business, Economy, Workplace, Apprenticeship, Randstad, Randstad India

Discover real-world examples of programs employers are developing to help create a diverse workplace (e.g., "returnships" or apprenticeships, unconscious bias training, local partnerships and training programs).

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  • Discover real-world examples of programs employers are developing to help create a diverse workplace (e.g., "returnships" or apprenticeships, unconscious bias training, local partnerships and training programs).
  • Randstad North America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Randstad N.V., a 23.3 billion global provider of flexible work and human resources services.
  • Randstad's North American operations comprise 5,700+ associates and a deployed workforce of more than 100,000 in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Global concepts available to North American client companies include RPO, MSP, integrated talent solutions, payrolling and independent contractor management and career transition services.

New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, Inc. (NJMEP) Receives U.S. Department of Labor Approval to Offer Registered Technical Sales Representative Apprenticeship Program

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Monday, October 15, 2018
Apprenticeship, Training, Registered Apprenticeship

Supported by New Jersey manufactures, employers confirmed the value and need for Technical Sales positions.

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  • Supported by New Jersey manufactures, employers confirmed the value and need for Technical Sales positions.
  • Technical Sales staff is needed in the manufacturing and wholesale industry.
  • Technical Sales Representative Apprenticeship Program:
    "Apprentices are full-time employees of their employers, and participants receive a wage and enjoy the other company benefits.
  • Consultant - Apprenticeship & Training, NJMEP, is in the process of registering two additional apprenticeship programs for both the manufacturing and logistics industries.