2. WHAT IS REGISTERED
APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP?
• A talent development training system sponsored by the
U.S. Department of Labor, enacted under the “Fitzgerald
Act” in 1937.
• On the Job Learning - Full Time Paid Employment
• Related Instruction - Relevant Theoretical Courses
3. EMPLOYERS GAIN
• A flexible systematic approach for providing ongoing
talent development and capacity building.
• An increase in the education, skill, experience and
productivity levels of staff.
• Proven strategies which prepare your workforce to
compete effectively in a global economy.
• An excellent return on talent development ensuring
consistency of training.
4. EMPLOYERS GAIN
• A valuable marketing strategy.
• An effective approach in the recruitment and retention of
a highly qualified workforce.
• Increased productivity, quality and competency by
cultivating a highly proficient and educated workforce.
5. EMPLOYEES RECEIVE
• On-the-job learning under the guidance of experienced
and qualified staff.
• Occupation specific education/technical instruction.
• Training and certifications which adhere to
industry/business standards.
• Opportunities to receive education, develop expertise
and gain experience which enable them to advance in
their careers.
6. EMPLOYEES RECEIVE
• Elimination of skill gaps.
• Support system to promote career ladders and lattices.
• A nationally recognized credential, which is a benchmark
of academic achieve and actual job experience.
7. DIVERSITY REGISTERED
APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP
• 950+ occupations in diverse industry sectors have been
recognized as apprenticeable:
Advanced Manufacturing Health Care
Automotive Homeland Security
Biotechnology Hospitality
Energy Information Technology
Finance Services Transportation
8. SIMPLE STEPS TO SET UP REGISTERED
APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS
Contact Your Federal Representative: 732-750-9191
Debra Paul: paul.debra@dol.gov
Bergen, Essex, Hudson & Union Counties
Donna Scalia: scalia.donna@dol.gov
Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset,
Sussex and Warren Counties
Joann Tomenchok: tomenchok.joann@dol.gov
Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland,
Gloucester, Monmouth, Ocean & Salem Counties
9. REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP/INTERNSHIP
WEB SITES
• U.S. Department of Labor – Employment & Training
Administration – Office of Apprenticeship
http://www.doleta.gov/oa
• Workforce3One-Community of Practice
http://21stcenturyapprenticeship.workforce3one.org/
• Workforce New Jersey Public Information Network
http://www.wnjpin.state.nj.us/
