Maryland Apprenticeship Connector

Innovative approaches to recruitment and retention can transform your organization’s success. By building a strong, engaged workforce, you’ll not only attract top talent but also create an environment where employees thrive and grow. Explore how these recruitment and retention strategies can shape the future. Start today! ⬆️

Build the Future of Construction 🚧✨ As we wrap up 2024, now’s the time to make a lasting impact. Become a sponsor for MCCEI and support programs that connect students to careers in the built environment while driving innovation in workforce development.  Your sponsorship ensures a stronger, more diverse pipeline of talent for the future of the industry.  📧 Email invoice@mccei.org to secure your sponsorship today! #YearEndGiving #ConstructionCareers #Sponsorship

👋 𝙒𝙚𝙡𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚, 𝙑𝙖𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖! Vanessa Galloway joins us as the newest member of the MAC team, bringing a wealth of experience in workforce development and youth engagement. Her career has focused on empowering underserved communities through career readiness and educational initiatives. In her new role, Vanessa will lead our efforts under the Developing Statewide Capacity to Support Maryland Women in Apprenticeships (WANTO) grant. This program is dedicated to expanding access to Registered Apprenticeship programs for women across the state, particularly those from underrepresented and underserved communities. Vanessa will play a key part in preparing Marylanders for rewarding, equitable, and sustainable careers. Please join us in giving Vanessa a warm welcome as she embarks on this exciting journey with MAC!

Congrats to our apprentice, Tyese J., for completing her Google Certification for Data Analytics! She’s taken a step forward to advancing her career in Data Science and IT.

Apprenticeships are the gateway to thriving careers. They provide hands-on learning, skill-building, and progressive career paths across industries. Earn while you learn and discover opportunities you never thought possible. Explore how these recruitment and retention strategies can shape the future. Start today!

This unique program for high school seniors in Maryland is equipping the next generation with the skills of tomorrow. With a unique blend of business analytics, AI, and machine learning, students dive into hands-on projects that... 1️⃣ Provide Students with Practical Experience in High-Demand Fields 2️⃣ Apply Real-World Data Science Solutions to Public Health and Other Industries 3️⃣ Equip the Next Generation of Leaders with the Tools to Make a Lasting Impact

Lots of big workforce things happening here in Maryland! Check out the highlights from our recent apprenticeship celebration with Governor Moore, where we recognized stellar work and launched a brand new Apprenticeship Pledge. We’re committed to bringing on 500 employers, 5,000 apprentices and 5 new agencies between now and November 2025 because we know this model of training and education works and we want to help deliver solutions to our businesses and workers. Ready to learn how apprenticeship can help your business attract, grow and retain top talent? Tune into this Thursday’s webinar or you can always drop me a line to connect. Webinar details are linked in the comments below.

At MAC, one of our key goals is to raise awareness about apprenticeships—and make it clear they’re not internships. Apprenticeships are a career pathway, a powerful way for employers to build a skilled, dedicated workforce. We recently heard from a college student who wished she had known about these opportunities earlier. Employers, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. By offering apprenticeships, you’re not just training future employees; you’re shaping confident, well-prepared professionals ready to thrive in their careers. Let’s work together to close the gap between education and the workforce.

Howard County Public School System high school students are exploring new career possibilities through a trailblazing apprenticeship initiative supported by Health Tech Alley and the Maryland Apprenticeship Connector. This program broadens traditional apprenticeships, preparing students for roles beyond the trades—especially in fields like healthcare, tech, and finance. Designed to meet the demand for adaptable skills, this program offers: ➡️ 𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨-𝙊𝙣 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜: Students gain direct experience in high-demand fields, including patient care and medical technology. ➡️ 𝙌𝙪𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙘𝙚 𝙀𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮: Graduates are equipped to enter the healthcare sector right after high school. ➡️ 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨-𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙁𝙤𝙘𝙪𝙨: Skills gained here transfer to other high-growth fields, expanding career options. ➡️ 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘾𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙪𝙢: Includes projects on healthcare tech, such as AI applications for improved patient outcomes. This program shapes the next generation of healthcare leaders, helping close skills gaps and ensuring local talent is ready to meet today’s evolving demands. Discover more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e5WWJKaJ

Help Desk Support roles are essential to keep IT systems running smoothly in today’s tech-driven businesses. While entry-level, these roles require a strong mix of technical know-how and soft skills like communication and problem-solving. ➡️ 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣? Youth apprenticeships provide hands-on experience that not only addresses immediate support needs but also opens doors to advanced roles in network administration, cybersecurity, and system analysis. This path gives young professionals a strong foundation for a long-term career in tech. Read more from "Four tech apprenticeships we need today to future-proof Maryland’s workforce" at the link in bio. Read more from "Four tech apprenticeships we need today to future-proof Maryland’s workforce" ➡️ https://bit.ly/3BnlfXR