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What This Means for You The January jobs report shows 172,000 new private-sector jobs, including gains in construction trades. The Labor Department released a national framework to help workers build …
Labor Department Highlights Job Growth, AI Skills Plan, And $145 Million Apprenticeship Expansion Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Gov. Josh Shapiro today announced a new $3 million state investment to expand the Steamfitters Local Union 420 Training Center, a move state officials say will dramatically …
Shapiro Bets $3M on Apprentices as Steamfitters Program Set to Triple Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor announced a $98 million funding initiative designed to expand pre-apprenticeship programs and steer young Americans into high-demand industries as the Trump administration …
$98M Federal Push Aims to Fast-Track Youth Into High-Demand Careers Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — A new statewide survey highlights which employers Pennsylvanians believe offer the best long-term career opportunities, underscoring how workforce development and upskilling are shaping job loyalty in an era …
Pennsylvanians Reveal the 3 Dream Employers Shaping Their Futures Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced a $7.76 million investment to bolster Pennsylvania’s teaching workforce through expanded teacher apprenticeship programs. This initiative, funded entirely by the Workforce Innovation and …
Pennsylvania’s $7.76M Push to Solve Teacher Shortages & Empower Educators Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) recently announced a substantial $450,000 grant to enhance registered pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs across the state. This funding aims to …
Investing in the Future: Pennsylvania Boosts Apprenticeship Programs with $450,000 Grant Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a strategic effort to enhance workforce development and expand opportunities for Pennsylvania’s residents, the Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) recently announced nearly $5.4 million in …
Unlocking Opportunities: Discover How Pennsylvania’s $5.4 Million Investment is Transforming Apprenticeships! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration, in collaboration with the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), has unveiled a groundbreaking registered apprenticeship program. Designed to equip workers with essential skills …
How a New Program is Tackling Environmental Issues and Boosting Jobs in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration is calling on organizations across Pennsylvania to apply for grant funding aimed at developing and expanding registered apprenticeship programs. This initiative, which offers approximately …
Shapiro Administration Launches $5 Million Grant for Apprenticeship Programs Read More