IT Apprenticeships

Explore the Benefits of Our Registered Apprenticeship Programs.

Launch Your IT Career with Meaningful Work Experience.

Relevant work experience is critical for success in an IT career. However, if you’re new to the information technology world, finding jobs that will offer you the experience you need for your career can be challenging.

An apprenticeship program can provide you with opportunities to gain hands-on experience, build relationships with other professionals in the IT industry, and learn from a mentor who is currently succeeding in their IT career.

What is an Apprenticeship?

Interested in building a career in the dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-growing field of technology? An apprenticeship with one of many Arkansas employers is the perfect place to start.

A registered apprenticeship is an employer-driven model that combines on-the-job learning with related classroom instruction that increases an apprentice’s skill level and wages. 

Classroom instruction is tailored to a company’s specific technologies, processes, and culture. Whether you are a new hire or a current employee, your apprenticeship training curriculum is tailored to your specific position and the technologies you need for success.

Apprenticeship Benefits

Apprenticeship IS NOT the same as Internship

Apprenticeships and internships are not the same thing. From their purpose, length of the time, pay structure, employee status and other elements – these programs have differences that employers and candidates need to be aware of. 

Apprenticeship

Purpose: IT Career Advancement

Long term: One year +

Always Paid Status: Full-time, permanent employee

Apprenticeship Commitments & Benefits

Employers and apprentices can expect these commitments:

  • 144 classroom hours
  • A mentor is provided
  • Full-time employment status
  • A raise within one year

Internship

Purpose: Initial work experience

Short term: A few months to one year

Paid or Unpaid Status: temporary employee

5 Core Components of a Registered Apprenticeship.

Business Involvement

Employers are the foundation of every registered apprenticeship program.

Structured-on-the-Job Training

Apprentices receive on-the-job training from an experienced mentor and their project teams for a minimum of one year.

Related Instruction

Apprenticeships combine on-the-job learning with technical skill-building provided by best-in-class providers, including vendors, technical consultants, community colleges, and continuing education programs (higher ed) – provided online or at the job site.

Rewards for Skill Gains

Apprentices receive increases in wages as they demonstrate competency and develop higher-level skills.

National Occupational Credential

Registered apprenticeship programs result in a nationally-recognized credential – a 100% guarantee to employers that apprentices are fully qualified for the job.

Take the Next Step in Your IT Career and Explore Apprenticeship Opportunities.