Apprenticeships on the Move: Advancing Pennsylvania's Workforce
The Department of Labor and Industry's Apprenticeships on the Move grant funds innovative apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs to build Pennsylvania's workforce in key science and industry sectors.
Funder: Department of Labor and Industry
Due Dates: September 8, 2026 (Questions) | October 2, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: ~$4,000,000 total available; up to $249,999 per award; project period May 1, 2027–April 30, 2030
Summary: Funds the development and expansion of registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs in Pennsylvania to address workforce needs and support economic growth.
Description
This opportunity from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry supports the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs across Pennsylvania. The goal is to strengthen the state's workforce by fostering innovative, sustainable talent pipelines and expanding access to high-quality career pathways in key sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, technology, agriculture, energy, life sciences, robotics, and education. Funding is available for both new and existing programs, with preference given to projects that address workforce shortages, promote economic development, and improve access for underrepresented groups.
