“Registered Apprenticeship programs offer Amazon a multifaceted solution to tech talent acquisition and development. They provide access to broad talent pools while offering a faster way to upskill new hires and existing employees for specific IT, cyber, and technology roles. Additionally, apprentices bring fresh perspectives from their lived experiences that contribute to Amazon's innovation culture, and help address the challenge of ensuring we look to talent in all ways to help critical business areas.”
Nick Curry, Senior Manager, Emerging Talent Pipelines, Amazon
Growing Quality Registered Apprenticeship Programs through Industry Intermediaries
The U.S. Department of Labor released a Request for Proposal (RFP) announcement to seek the services of multiple offerors to grow Registered Apprenticeships (RA or RAs) in new and high growth industries and occupations through rapid development of programs and quality technical industry expertise. The following breakdown outlines the industry:
- RA is new and/or emerging (not traditionally scaled): Agriculture, Energy (including nuclear energy), Defense Industrial Base (including Aerospace/Aviation, Shipbuilding/Maritime, etc.), Education, and Financial and Insurance;
- RA is existing and in in-demand/critical sectors (established): Healthcare, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, and Advanced Manufacturing.
Additionally, the Department is interested in exploring a non-industry specific Intermediary with capabilities to support multiple industries — including, but not limited to: Public Services, Information Technology, Professional Services, Arts, Entertainment and Recreation, and Accommodation and Food Services — that are established, new and/or emerging, and not otherwise covered by the above industry list.
Learn more about the Growing Quality Registered Apprenticeship Programs through Industry Intermediaries Announcement.
Tech Registered Apprenticeship Innovation Network
On April 29, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor launched the Tech Registered Apprenticeship Innovation Network to support the expansion of Registered Apprenticeship programs across high-demand technology sectors, with a focused emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and emerging digital infrastructure occupations. Organizations can express interest by completing the form below.
The Innovation Network connects stakeholders across the tech ecosystem, including employers, sponsors, training providers, educational institutions, workforce boards, industry associations, apprenticeship grantees, industry intermediaries, Office of Apprenticeship staff, State Apprenticeship Agencies (SAAs), and other employment and training offices, to identify and advance in-demand technology occupations, develop new Registered Apprenticeship programs, and share best practices for scaling Registered Apprenticeship. The network will also include representatives from pre-apprenticeship programs focused on the tech industry such as CTE and youth programs to create on-ramps to Registered Apprenticeship program opportunities.
This work aligns with Pillar I of America’s Talent Strategy, supports the goals outlined in the AI Action Plan, and contributes to the Administration’s goal of reaching 1 million active apprentices.
As part of this effort, upcoming engagement will include sessions focused on AI workforce development, including the skills and occupations required to build, deploy, and maintain AI systems and supporting infrastructure. The Innovation Network convenes quarterly virtual meetings.
Stay tuned for details on upcoming events and networking opportunities.
Join the Tech Registered Apprenticeship Innovation Network:
High-Demand Tech Occupations
- Application Developer
- Customer Service Tech Support
- Cybersecurity Support Technician
- Data Analyst
- IT Generalist
- IT Project Manager
- Network Support Technician
- Prompt Engineer
- Software Developer
To explore more apprenticeship occupations in the tech industry, view our Occupation Finder.
Tech Resources
- Registered Apprenticeship Industry Intermediaries (including for Tech)
- NIST, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Initiative
- United Services Military Apprenticeship Program Factsheet and Guide
- Federal Resource Listing for Veterans, Military Spouses, and Transitioning Service Members Considering Cyber Careers (PDF)
Tech Highlights
The Office of Apprenticeship appreciates and acknowledges the hard workers in the tech industry.
- National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (October)
- Cybersecurity Career Week (October 19-24, 2026)
Tech Registered Apprenticeship Success Stories
From Books to Big Data: A Teacher's Journey to a Dream Tech Career through Registered Apprenticeship
Learn about how Jesse, a former English teacher, transitions from financial uncertainty to a stable, high-paying tech career as a Data Engineer through Registered Apprenticeship.
Disclaimer Statement: Technology resources and speaker presentation content in slide decks and recordings do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Training Administration, Office of Apprenticeship, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the federal government.