Apprenticeships for Employers

Does your organization need a proven solution to attract and retain talent? Consider creating an apprenticeship. Registered Apprenticeship through WCC can help you recruit, train and retain skilled talent for your organization.

employer apprenticeship process

  1. Employer contacts WCC Office of Apprenticeship to discuss their Apprenticeship needs
  2. WCC Office of Apprenticeship provides information about courses, certificates or degrees that align with the occupations being considered at the company.
  1. Employer works with WCC to finalize program details:
    • Review and outline the on-the-job-training (OJT) work skills requirements
    • Finalize the related technical instruction (RTI) – support provided from WCC
    • Define the wage scale
    • Select and train the apprentice's mentor 
    • Confirm the hiring process for internal or external candidates
  1. If recruiting an external candidate, employer posts open apprenticeship position on their company careers page, WCC’s Handshake system, the MI Talent Bank, LinkedIn, Indeed, etc.
  2. Once an apprentice is hired, they will go through onboarding at place of employment and orientation at WCC.

Benefits of Apprenticeship

  • Creates a stable and reliable pipeline of qualified workers.
  • Increases employee loyalty and retention.
  • Provides training that meets industry standards and unique needs of your organization.
  • Fosters a safer workplace due to safety training.
  • Transfers important knowledge from mentor to apprentice through on-the-job training.

Schedule an Appointment

Complete the Apprenticeship Business Inquiry Form and an Office of Apprenticeship staff member will reach out to you.

Facts About WCC Apprenticeships

  • WCC has been recognized by the United States Department of Labor (USDOL) as an Apprenticeship Ambassador. 
  • WCC is an approved group sponsor (intermediary), and will support the development and management of your organization's Registered Apprenticeship Program.
  • WCC has worked with multiple companies, in a variety of industries to define cutomized programs that meet your talent development needs.

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