DISCOVER APPRENTICESHIP
Employers across the country struggle to find workers with the right skills due to the growing
skills gap in the workforce. Help change that by discovering apprenticeship today. Automation or
technical innovation alone can’t overcome these challenges. American workers need to upgrade theirskills and America’s businesses must become producers of the talent they need to thrive.

WHAT IS APPRENTICESHIP?
Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop
and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom
instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Employers can choose to register
their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to show prospective job seekers that theirapprenticeship program meets national quality standards.
There are five key components of an apprenticeship. These components differentiate
apprenticeships from other types of workplace training programs in several ways:
PAID JOB
Apprenticeships are jobs!
Apprentices earn a competitive
wage from their employers during
training.

CLASSROOM LEARNING
Apprentices are provided
classroom instruction on thecritical aspects of their careers.

WORK-BASED LEARNING
Programs provide structured
on-the-job learning to prepare
for a successful career.

CREDENTIALSApprentices earn a portable,
nationally-recognized credential
within their industry.

MENTORSHIP
Apprentices receive on-the-job
learning under the instruction ofan experienced mentor.
The length of an apprenticeship program can vary depending on the employer, complexity of theoccupation, industry, and type of program.
www.apprenticeship.gov

PROGRAMS OFFERED IN MULTIPLE INDUSTRIESApprenticeship is a flexible training model that can be customized tomeet the needs of businesses across multiple industries, including:
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Information TechnologyHealthcare
Hospitality
Cybersecurity
Construction

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EnergyAdvanced Manufacturing
Engineering
Transportation
Financial Services

WHY APPRENTICESHIP?

94%of apprentices who complete anapprenticeship program retain
employment, with an average annual
salary of $70,000

GET STARTED

Apprenticeship programs benefit businessleaders and career seekers alike:

Interested in setting up an apprenticeshipprogram or becoming an apprentice?

BUSINESS LEADERS:▶ Vet workers and instill your company’s culture

BUSINESS LEADERS:
DOL’s Office of Apprenticeship can help you
explore apprenticeship program options andprovide resources to help you design and build
your program. Contact us today to:▶ Recruit and develop a diverse and highlyskilled workforce▶ Improve productivity, profitability, and yourbottom line
▶ Reduce turnover, improve loyalty, and retain
top talent▶ Demonstrate investment in your community
CAREER SEEKERS:▶ Earn as you learn with a guaranteed wage
increase as you develop new skills▶ Receive an industry-recognized andnationally-portable credential or academic
credit toward a college degree▶ Gain workplace-relevant skills andmentorship in the field of your choice▶ Receive information on apprenticeship andthe opportunities that exist.
▶ Find an apprenticeship program option thatmeets the unique needs of your business.
▶ Connect with apprenticeship experts andpartners that can provide services to help
build your program.
CAREER SEEKERS:
There are many ways to find the rightapprenticeship opportunity for you.
▶ Apprenticeship opportunities are offeredthrough an employer or the program sponsor.
▶ To become an apprentice, search for anopportunity using our Apprenticeship Finderand apply directly with the employer or theprogram sponsor.
▶ Contact the employer or the program sponsor
for more information. about a specificopportunity

DISCOVER APPRENTICESHIP TODAY!
Want to learn more or find apprenticeship opportunities near you? Visit the U.S. Departmentof Labor’s one-stop source for all things apprenticeship: www.apprenticeship.gov.
Phone: 1-877-872-5627
Speech and Hearing Impaired: 1-877-889-5627
Sponsored by the U.S Department of Labor. The U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration
promotes registered apprenticeship under the National Apprenticeship Act.
Updated September 2020