Apprenticeship PHL

11/14/2025

🚨 We’re just 5 days away! 🚨

Join us for Part 2 of the ApprenticeshipPHL Accelerator Series: Effective Management Practices in Registered Apprenticeship — designed to help employers strengthen mentoring, management, and apprenticeship strategies that build sustainable talent pipelines.

You’ll hear from apprenticeship experts who are leveraging structured training models to support career growth and workforce stability.

🎟️ Tickets are available for a limited time!
📅 November 19
📍 Powered by PhilaWorks, in partnership with the The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

👉 Event info & registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apprenticeship-accelerator-series-part-2-effective-management-practices-tickets-1688575939089?aff=oddtdtcreator

Don’t miss your chance to join this important conversation!

11/13/2025

📣 Now Available: Schools-to-Work Round 6 Grants!

The PA Department of Labor & Industry is offering $3.8 million in funding to support programs that connect high school students (grades 9–12) to workforce training, partnerships, and pre-apprenticeship opportunities. Organizations can apply for up to $250,000.

🗓️ Applications are due December 22, 2025, by 11:59 PM ET.

Interested organizations can find full details, guidelines, and application instructions here:
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Grants

11/06/2025

📣 EMPLOYERS — we’re just 2 weeks away!

Join us for our November ApprenticeshipPHL Accelerator Series session: Effective Management Practices 💡

Come learn how the Apprenticeship model is being used to build sustainable talent pipelines across our region. You’ll hear directly from experts + practitioners who are leveraging apprenticeships to strengthen mentoring, improve management practices, and create long-term career pathways for apprentices. 📈

This is a must-attend for employers looking to invest in smarter talent development and future workforce growth. 💼⚙️

✅ Don’t wait — register now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1688575939089?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/24/2025

👷‍♀️ Employers!

Ready to build a stronger, more sustainable talent pipeline?

Join us for the ApprenticeshipPHL Accelerator Series, powered by Philadelphia Works in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. Hear from experts who are successfully leveraging the apprenticeship model to grow their teams and develop future leaders.

💡 Learn how apprenticeship programs strengthen mentoring, enhance management practices, and create long-term career pathways for apprentices. You’ll also gain real-world insights from practitioners who’ve used this model to uplift talent and drive organizational success.

🔗 More information and registration can be found here:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apprenticeship-accelerator-series-part-2-effective-management-practices-tickets-1688575939089?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/02/2025

🚀 Employers – Build Your Future Talent Pipeline!

Join us on October 15 for the next session in the ApprenticeshipPHL Accelerator Series, hosted in partnership with Philadelphia Works and Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.

This event is designed for middle-market employers looking to strengthen their workforce by learning about the Registered Apprenticeship model.

You’ll:
✅ Hear from experts and practitioners who are leveraging apprenticeships to develop sustainable talent pipelines.
✅ Explore how apprenticeship programs support early talent in building long-term career paths.
✅ Network with peers while enjoying a light breakfast (doors open at 8:30 AM).

📅 Date: October 15
📍 Topic: Supporting Early Talent Through Registered Apprenticeship

🔗 Registration is required – secure your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apprenticeship-accelerator-series-part-1-supporting-early-talent-tickets-1688529299589

09/23/2025

The Apprenticeship PHL team is pleased to invite you to Apprenticeship Accelerator Series – Part 1: Supporting Early Talent. This event will dive into how apprenticeship programs can bolster the public health laboratory workforce by fostering early‐career growth, skills development, and meaningful engagement.

What you’ll get:
✔️ Best practices for designing and maintaining effective apprenticeship programs
✔️ Strategies to support and retain early‐career public health professionals
✔️ Opportunities to connect with industry peers committed to workforce development

Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday 10/15
⏰ Time: 8:30 - 11am
📍 Format: In-Person (The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, 200 South Broad Street Suite 700 Philadelphia, PA 19102)

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/apprenticeship-accelerator-series-part-1-supporting-early-talent-tickets-1688529299589?aff=oddtdtcreator

We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation to help shape the future of our laboratory workforce!

08/25/2025

Philadelphia Works is hiring a Chief Operating Officer to drive operational excellence, oversee strategic initiatives, and build high-performing teams — ensuring compliance, innovation, and impact across our workforce system.
Apply here ➜ http://bit.ly/4fM4KEV

📍 Philadelphia | Hybrid schedule
🚀 Lead strategy, operations & performance
💼 Oversee budgets, compliance & partnerships
🎓 Master’s (Preferred) + 10 yrs progressive leadership experience (Workforce Development)

(Philadelphia Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer)

08/07/2025

Big news for our region’s talent pipeline!

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – Center for Workforce Information & Analysis has released the 2025-2026 High-Priority Occupations (HPO) list, spotlighting the careers that will fuel opportunity and growth over the next year.

Special thanks to our regional partners who made this collective win possible: Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery County Workforce Development Boards.

Together, we’re aligning training, funding, and employer engagement so job seekers can thrive across Southeastern PA.

Explore the full list and methodology: https://philaworks.org/2025-2026-high-priority-occupations-list/

07/28/2025

New Resource Alert!

Check out a valuable new resource developed by Safal Partners, a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship (RA) Technical Assistance Center of Excellence for Strategic Partnerships and Systems Alignment.

This guide highlights the important role chambers of commerce play in educating their members and helping employers engage in the apprenticeship ecosystem.

Want to learn more about developing apprenticeships? Explore additional resources on https://apprenticeshipphl.org/

https://apprenticeshipphl.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2025/07/RA-and-Your-Chamber-Resource-July-2025.pdf

07/15/2025

Philadelphia Works recently released new RFPs designed to engage innovative training partners who are ready to shape the future of Philadelphia’s workforce.

Whether you're looking to submit a proposal or explore other ways to collaborate, now is the time to connect.

👉 View current RFPs and additional partnership opportunities on our Provider Resources page:
🔗 https://philaworks.org/procurement-opportunities-provider-resources

Let’s work together to equip career seekers with the skills they need to thrive.

Philadelphia Works proudly partners with government, public, and private organizations. All procurement opportunities from Philadelphia Works will be listed here.

07/08/2025

Are you an apprenticeship sponsor, employer, or workforce professional in Pennsylvania?

We've developed a comprehensive resource that breaks down funding opportunities for registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships across the Commonwealth. This guide is designed to support those building pathways to sustainable careers by navigating the often-complex funding landscape.

🔍 Please note: Funding availability varies and may change over time. Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) also have unique policies and procedures that impact access.

📄 Whether you're just getting started or expanding your program, this document is a valuable reference point to guide your planning.

This and other valuable resources can be accessed at the link below!

https://apprenticeshipphl.org/resources/

07/01/2025

🌟 Exciting Collaboration Opportunity from Philadelphia Works! 🌟

We’re preparing to launch a Request for Proposals (RFP) for innovative cohort-based training programs in the Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing and Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Life Sciences industries, designed to empower adult career seekers within the public workforce system. 📚✨

📅 Stay tuned for the official announcement, which will include the full RFP, FAQs, and detailed program information.

In the meantime, we encourage interested parties to regularly check this page and visit our procurement opportunities page for updates and resources.

Let’s collaborate to create meaningful pathways to success! 💼💪

https://philaworks.org/procurement-opportunities-provider-resources/

Philadelphia Works proudly partners with government, public, and private organizations. All procurement opportunities from Philadelphia Works will be listed here.