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FTA and transit workforce partners will join the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to promote DOL’s “National Apprenticeship Week 2024: Celebrating 10 Years of Engagement, Expansion, and Innovation.” FTA invites transit agencies and FTA workforce technical assistance partners to showcase the successes and value of registered apprenticeships.
Transit apprenticeship programs are designed to leverage experienced mentors and on-the-job training to develop transit worker skills. Apprenticeships are especially valuable for frontline worker roles such as bus and rail technicians. The number of registered transit apprenticeship programs has increased from five in 2013 to 32 transit agencies hosting these programs in 2024 according to the Transit Workforce Center, FTA's technical assistance partner for workforce development. The TWC offers a map of registered apprenticeships.
Registered apprenticeships strengthen the economy by developing a highly skilled workforce to meet industry needs, creating pathways for career seekers to catapult into good jobs, supporting knowledge transfer, and advancing racial and gender equity.
To help organizations promote apprenticeship opportunities, DOL offers online resources for the event including tips for participating in National Apprenticeship Week, daily themes and messaging focusing on apprenticeships for youth, underserved populations, and other community segments.
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