Online Event

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Join Harper College for the monthly virtual Lunch & Learn session on apprenticeships.

Explore how apprenticeships can provide a tailored workforce development solution for your business. Apprenticeships allow you to build a pipeline of skilled employees trained specifically to meet your company's needs while offering career advancement opportunities for local talent.

Harper College's program supports your business every step of the way - from recruitment and training to managing apprenticeships - ensuring you have a reliable and productive workforce.

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

https​:​/​/www​.skillsusaillinois​.org​/slsc​/2026...

State Leadership & Skills Conferences are the pinnacle events SkillsUSA student members. Each year Illinois' best career and technical education students' heads to Peoria, IL to showcase their ability to enter the workforce. More than 5,000 individuals — including students, teachers, and business partners — are expected to participate in the multi-day event.

The high-energy festivities kick off on Thursday evening. Speakers deliver powerfully memorable inspiration for students to acknowledge the strength and possibility of their skills, embrace competition, and develop a deep sense of pride in their work.

The State Leadership & Skills Conference begins on Friday with students competing across 100+ career competitions designed to test their skills. Each competition is designed and run by representatives of respective industries, allowing students to gain a high degree of experience and insight. Afterwards, students are treated to a special social event for their hard work.

The involvement of industry in the SkillsUSA Illinois State Leadership & Skills Conference program is essential. Leadership, health, trade, industrial and technical experts donate their time to serve as contest judges and as technical committee members. They assume responsibility for selecting the skills to be judged, determining the format of the contests and establishing the standards by which the contestants will be judged.

The red jackets come out on Saturday as the conference ends with an “Olympic Style” Champions Ceremony. It is truly a sight to behold as students stand tall and proud of their accomplishment, connect with their future, and prepare to represent Illinois on the national stage.

• Event Type
  Conference
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

https​:​/​/www​.skillsusaillinois​.org​/slsc​/2026...

State Leadership & Skills Conferences are the pinnacle events SkillsUSA student members. Each year Illinois' best career and technical education students' heads to Peoria, IL to showcase their ability to enter the workforce. More than 5,000 individuals — including students, teachers, and business partners — are expected to participate in the multi-day event.

The high-energy festivities kick off on Thursday evening. Speakers deliver powerfully memorable inspiration for students to acknowledge the strength and possibility of their skills, embrace competition, and develop a deep sense of pride in their work.

The State Leadership & Skills Conference begins on Friday with students competing across 100+ career competitions designed to test their skills. Each competition is designed and run by representatives of respective industries, allowing students to gain a high degree of experience and insight. Afterwards, students are treated to a special social event for their hard work.

The involvement of industry in the SkillsUSA Illinois State Leadership & Skills Conference program is essential. Leadership, health, trade, industrial and technical experts donate their time to serve as contest judges and as technical committee members. They assume responsibility for selecting the skills to be judged, determining the format of the contests and establishing the standards by which the contestants will be judged.

The red jackets come out on Saturday as the conference ends with an “Olympic Style” Champions Ceremony. It is truly a sight to behold as students stand tall and proud of their accomplishment, connect with their future, and prepare to represent Illinois on the national stage.

• Event Type
  Conference
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/www​.apprenticeship​.gov​/national-apprenticeship-week​/events​/empowering-apprentice-alumni-​drive-self-sustain...

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

https​:​/​/givebutter​.com​/DOY-NAW...

Join Developing Our Youth's (DOY) Chicagoland National Apprenticeship Week Experience. This opportunity is for individuals ready to explore employment, training, and career pathways. Connect with apprenticeship programs, workforce organizations, and employers who are actively sharing information on how to enter programs that offer hands-on learning, credentials, and opportunities for long-term advancement. This is a welcoming space to ask questions, gain direction, and take meaningful steps toward your next move.

Developing Our Youth is proud to host a dynamic Chicagoland Apprenticeship Week experience designed to connect young people and unemployed individuals with real opportunities that can lead to meaningful careers. This interactive initiative will bring together apprenticeship programs, workforce training providers, employers, and community partners in one engaging space focused on exploration, learning, and next steps.

Participants will have the chance to meet industry representatives, discover skilled trades and emerging career fields, and gain insight into pathways that offer paid training, certifications, and long-term growth. Through live presentations, resource stations, and hands-on conversations, attendees will better understand how to move from interest to action and begin building a future rooted in stability and purpose.

This experience is created for those who are ready to take control of their journey — whether they are recent graduates, job seekers, or young adults looking for direction. Developing Our Youth is committed to removing barriers, expanding access to opportunity, and helping individuals see what is possible when the right support and information are within reach.

Join us during National Apprenticeship Week and take the first step toward a career pathway that works for you.

• Event Type
  Job/Career Fair
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week Job Fair/Virtual Job Fair

Online Event

https​:​/​/www​.imec​.org​/event​/building-apprenticeship-progr​ams-structure-roi-and-implemen​tation​/...

As manufacturers continue to face workforce challenges, apprenticeship programs offer a proven way to build talent, strengthen retention, and develop critical skills from within. But many organizations are unsure where to start or how to design a program that delivers real business value.

This webinar will provide an overview of apprenticeship programs, including the registered apprenticeship model and the return on investment they can generate for manufacturers. You’ll gain insight into the essential components of a successful program and learn how to align apprenticeships with your workforce and business goals.

We will also highlight IMEC apprenticeship offerings and the range of occupations that can be supported, helping you understand how to get started and scale your efforts.

In this session, participants will learn how to:

-Understand the structure and benefits of registered apprenticeship programs

-Evaluate the return on investment of apprenticeships for their organization

-Identify the key components required to build and sustain a successful program

-Determine which roles and occupations are best suited for apprenticeship pathways

-Align apprenticeship programs with workforce development and business objectives

-Leverage IMEC resources and support to design and implement a program

Whether you are exploring apprenticeships for the first time or looking to expand an existing program, this session will provide practical guidance to help you build a stronger, more sustainable workforce.

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/illinoisstate​.zoom​.us​/webinar​/register​/WN_ocGISFdeQPyyK8bhN0fSTA...

Join Apprenticeship Illinois during National Apprenticeship Week for a panel discussion with this year's cohort of Apprentice Ambassadors and their employer sponsors. The Apprentice Ambassador program is an annual cohort housed under the Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeship (WBLA) Committee of the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board (IWIB).

Each year, apprentices from across the state, representing a wide array of industries, are selected to give voice to the apprentice perspective and advocate the win-win model to businesses and other organizations. Each ambassador is sponsored by their employer and mentored by a member of the WBLA Committee. As part of this cohort, ambassadors have the opportunity to engage in professional development, networking, and public speaking. The program, in turn, provides them with professional development to equip them with the tools necessary to tell their story with a business engagement angle. 

Hear a few representatives from this year's cohort of ambassadors speak about their paths to apprenticeship and how it has improved their lives. Hear a few representatives of their employer sponsors speak to the return on investment that apprenticeships have generated for their enterprise.

To hear more of this year’s Apprentice Ambassador’s conversations with leaders in workforce development, business, and education, stream The Apprentice Perspective podcast on all streaming services.

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

https​:​/​/www​.eventbrite​.com​/e​/apprenticeship-appreciation-r​eception-tickets-1962651699065​...

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Join local manufacturing leaders for an interactive discussion focused on the workforce challenges and opportunities facing our region's manufacturing sector. This roundtable brings together employers, workforce development partners, and training providers to share insights, identify solutions, and build collaborative strategies for building and retaining a skilled manufacturing workforce.

Discussion Topics Include:

• Current hiring and retention challenges
• Skills gaps and training needs
• Apprenticeship and work-based learning opportunities
• Workforce development funding and resources
• Best practices for recruitment and employee development
• Regional manufacturing workforce trends

Who Should Attend: Manufacturing employers, HR professionals, plant managers, operations leaders, and anyone involved in manufacturing workforce development.

Format: Collaborative roundtable discussion with opportunities for networking, problem-solving, and resource sharing. Light refreshments provided.

• Event Type
  Informational
• Field of Interest
  Manufacturing
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Parkland College will host an annual Apprentice Celebration during National Apprenticeship Week to recognize apprentices who've journeyed out of their programs over the last year. Apprentice completers are from Birkey's Farm Store, Caterpillar, and Kraft Heinz Company.

Along with apprenticeship completers, their employers, and leadership teams, the college’s faculty, staff, administrators, and local officials will recognize the growth and success of the college’s apprenticeship programs. The celebration is a highlight of the college’s commitment to preparing students for high-demand careers while strengthening its partnerships with regional employers.

Refreshments will be provided. 

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/www​.apprenticeship​.gov​/national-apprenticeship-week​/events​/embedding-apprenticeships-par​t-your-early-caree...

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Join the Chicago Apprentice Network for National Apprenticeship Week as we highlight how work-based learning (WBL) is helping Chicago residents build skills and careers. This event features local apprentices, employers, and partners who are creating clear pathways to good-paying jobs across all industries. 

During the event, we will have a spotlight on Hire Chicago, the Civic Committee’s signature employer led hiring program, designed to reduce unemployment across 20 Chicago neighborhoods facing the highest rates of joblessness. The program connects Chicagoland employers with job ready talent through a trusted network of community partners and institutions, supporting employers with custom sourcing, access to overlooked talent pools, and services to attract and retain talent.

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Join German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest in celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with an exclusive look inside one of the region’s most successful apprenticeship programs. We’re heading to HARTING to showcase how innovation and apprenticeships go hand in hand.

This event is designed for companies exploring the ICATT Apprenticeship Program, as well as stakeholders dedicated to building a high-tech workforce.

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Harper College is excited to welcome you on Thursday, April 30, 2026, for a special Employer Appreciation Breakfast honoring partners’ dedication to building a skilled workforce through Harper College’s apprenticeship programs during National Apprenticeship Week.

Join us for a morning of networking, recognition, and celebration of the invaluable contributions you make to our apprentices and programs. The event will also feature a panel discussion with industry professionals, offering insights into workforce development and apprenticeship success across multiple sectors.

Agenda

• 8:30 - 9:00 AM: Breakfast and Networking
• Enjoy a delicious breakfast while connecting with fellow employer partners, industry leaders, and interested candidates.
• 9:00 - 10:30 AM: Welcome, Panel Discussion, and Program Highlights 
• Hear from industry professionals and apprentices representing Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Business, as they share experiences, insights, and the impact of apprenticeship partnerships.

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Join Illinois Central College, employment partners, and apprentices in celebrating the signing of registered apprenticeships during National Apprenticeship Week. 

Apprentices will sign agreements with host employers and ICC, marking an important milestone in their apprenticeship journey. We will also highlight the continued growth and expansion of ICC’s apprenticeship programs into the healthcare industry, recognize our employers for their partnerships, and hear from students about how apprenticeship opportunities have shaped their lives. 

ICC is committed to improving lives in Central Illinois by providing apprenticeships that develop skills, advance careers, and strengthen the workforce. We look forward to celebrating your contribution to advancing apprenticeships in our community. 

Light refreshments will be served.

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/us06web​.zoom​.us​/webinar​/register​/WN_yQcu5FsqRSy3bTJoDbcGyA...

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, join The Alliance for an informative webinar on Registered Apprenticeships and how they can help your business build a skilled, reliable workforce. Discover how the “earn-and-learn” model benefits both employers and employees, reduces turnover, and strengthens your talent pipeline. We’ll highlight program benefits, available funding opportunities, and the key steps to design and launch an apprenticeship program tailored to your organization.

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/apprenticareers-org​.zoom​.us​/w​/82989072592​?tk=-DNrjlQch2K-3USJS3sMLMAvZI​YUTNKC03osIhAWhyk​.DQkAAAATUojA0BZRd...

• Event Type
  Informational
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

Online Event

https​:​/​/illinoisstate​.zoom​.us​/meeting​/register​/8mkWpMQ3T4ulxhLQZ1dWhw​#​/registration...

• Event Type
  Webinar
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week with LWIA 23 at the Apprenticeship Discovery Hour. This event is designed for employers and organizations in Crawford, Lawrence, Jasper, Richland, Clay, Marion, and Fayette Counties interested in building strong workforce solutions through apprenticeships.

Attendees will:

*Learn how apprenticeships can support business and workforce needs

*Explore funding opportunities available through LWIA 23

*Hear from one of our Local Training Partners, KaRissa Miller the Program Director of IECC Business & Industry

*Gain insight from Clay County Hospital, one of LWIA 23’s first funded apprenticeship programs

Lastly, we will finish with a Q&A Session to answer all of your questions!

• Event Type
  Informational
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week with Aspiritech!

The event will mark Aspiritech’s first year as a Registered Apprenticeship program, coinciding with America’s 250th anniversary and underscoring the organization’s commitment to building a more inclusive and technically skilled workforce.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with legislators, community leaders, and industry innovators, and to witness Aspiritech’s Cybersecurity Apprentices in action through live “blue hat” demonstrations. 

The event will also offer tours of Aspiritech’s sensory-friendly workspace, which is designed to support neurodivergent professionals, along with light refreshments.

What to Expect:

• Networking: Connect with legislators, community leaders, and industry innovators.
• Interactive Tours: Be among the first to see our Cybersecurity Apprentices in action with live "blue hat" demonstrations and other cybersecurity demos.
• Inclusion in Action: Experience our sensory-friendly workspace designed for neurodivergent success.
• Light Refreshments: Enjoy food and drinks while you mingle.

Check out the Aspiritech Hosting Cybersecurity Celebration For National Apprenticeship Week 2026 News Post.

Why Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a proven path to a stronger, more inclusive economy. By partnering with the Aspiritech Academy, you aren't just filling roles—you are accessing a skilled, untapped talent community ready to excel in the workforce.

• Event Type
  Informational
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

https​:​/​/shootingforpeace​.com​/usdol-simulcast1​/...

Join Shooting For Peace (S4P) during National Apprenticeship Week for a powerful LIVE event showcasing the future of workforce development through technology apprenticeships.

This dynamic collaboration between Shooting for Peace, the United States Help Desk Academy, and Tech Queen Elite Training Institute highlights how innovative training models are creating pathways into high-demand tech careers. Featuring NBA legend Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams, this event will explore how discipline, mentorship, and opportunity can transform lives—on and off the court.

Attendees will gain insights from Duana Malone, “The Tech Queen,” on how tech apprenticeships are preparing individuals with real-world skills in IT support, cybersecurity, and AI—while helping to close critical workforce gaps across industries. Designed for students, career changers, employers, educators, and community leaders, this event demonstrates how apprenticeships serve as a scalable solution to build a diverse, job-ready talent pipeline.

• Event Type
  Other
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week

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Hello!  Need Recruitment Assistance? Meet with qualified job seekers!

You’re invited to have a complimentary May 1st Hiring Event booth! 

Your booth is pre-reserved – but you need to confirm:

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• Event Type
  Job/Career Fair
• Series
  Job Fair/Virtual Job Fair

https​:​/​/www​.ajcwheeling​.com​/event​/area-wide-hiring-event-career​-minimart-in-person​/...

The goal: Get ready! Get set! Get Hired!

Find out about career paths, pre-apprentices and Registered Apprenticeship Programs for multiple industries.

Drop into the Career Mini-Mart Resource Center. Arrive up to an hour early to get help:

• Need help practicing your “elevator speech” or printing your resume?
• Want to research a hiring company?
• Printers are available to print your resume.
• Computer resources are available to research companies.
• Friendly Coaches are available to practice your “elevator speech.”

We are here to help you shine.

• Please bring 10 copies of your resume and your smile.
• Be ready to interview.

The Hiring Event

Friday May 1st from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join us for an On-the-Spot Interview – – there’s something for everyone on our team. Find out what’s best for you and your schedule.

Pre-Registration is strongly recommended – Walk-ins welcome!

• Event Type
  Job/Career Fair
• Grade Levels
  Not Applicable
• Field of Interest
  Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Information Technology Manufacturing Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics Employability Skills Standards Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications Business Management and Administration Education and Training Government and Public Administration WIOA Hospitality and Tourism
  More
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week Job Fair/Virtual Job Fair

https​:​/​/ilworkforceacademy​.com​/illinois-workforce-summit​/...

The 2026 Illinois Workforce Summit is a gathering dedicated to strengthening Illinois’ workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.

• IWIB/LWIB Business Members
• Local Workforce Innovation Board Chairs and other LWIB Staff
• WIOA One-Stop Operator
• Workforce Development (Title 1) Program Administrators/other Department Designated Staff
• Illinois Community College Board Adult Education Administrators (Title II) and other Department Designated Staff
• Department of Employment Security Managers (Title III) Department Designated Staff
• Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Managers (Title IV) Designated Staff
• Department of Human Services TANF/SNAP E&T Managers Designated Staff
• Regional and/or local economic development organizations leaders, including Department of Commerce TeamRED members
• Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Staff

Encouraged Attendees

• Business and Industry Professional Organizations, including local/regional Chambers of Commerce
• Middle School and High School Administrators/Instructors
• Community-based organizations
• Community action agencies
• Foundations and Other Interested Partners
• WIOA required One-Stop Partner Administrators
• Community College leadership, such as:
• Presidents, Trustees, Instructors, Corporate Training, and Continuing & Community Education Administrators

• Event Type
  Conference
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week WIOA Summit WIOA

https​:​/​/ilworkforceacademy​.com​/illinois-workforce-summit​/...

The 2026 Illinois Workforce Summit is a gathering dedicated to strengthening Illinois’ workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.

• IWIB/LWIB Business Members
• Local Workforce Innovation Board Chairs and other LWIB Staff
• WIOA One-Stop Operator
• Workforce Development (Title 1) Program Administrators/other Department Designated Staff
• Illinois Community College Board Adult Education Administrators (Title II) and other Department Designated Staff
• Department of Employment Security Managers (Title III) Department Designated Staff
• Department of Human Services Vocational Rehabilitation Managers (Title IV) Designated Staff
• Department of Human Services TANF/SNAP E&T Managers Designated Staff
• Regional and/or local economic development organizations leaders, including Department of Commerce TeamRED members
• Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Staff

Encouraged Attendees

• Business and Industry Professional Organizations, including local/regional Chambers of Commerce
• Middle School and High School Administrators/Instructors
• Community-based organizations
• Community action agencies
• Foundations and Other Interested Partners
• WIOA required One-Stop Partner Administrators
• Community College leadership, such as:
• Presidents, Trustees, Instructors, Corporate Training, and Continuing & Community Education Administrators

• Event Type
  Conference
• Series
  Apprenticeship Week WIOA Summit WIOA