Google Funds Tech Training for Apprentices at Community Colleges

Last updated Sep 27, 2023

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Google is investing $2 million into apprenticeship programs in the Carolinas through a grant to Urban Institute. The funding will provide on-the-job training, classroom education, and mentorship to assist small and medium-sized companies in recruiting and retaining personnel in tech roles, such as software development and data analytics. The program will run until 2025, with plans to hire 200 registered tech apprentices across North and South Carolina.

Google Funds Apprenticeship Programs in the Carolinas

Google has announced a $2 million investment to support apprenticeship programs in the Carolinas, with funds granted to the Urban Institute. The announcement was celebrated at Wake Technical Community College’s RTP Campus, marking a significant step in boosting the region’s tech talent pool.

John Loyack, vice president of economic development for the North Carolina Community College System, applauded the initiative as an excellent collaboration of government, academia, and business. He emphasized the mutual interest to provide local businesses with the skilled talent they need.

The grant from Google is set to provide on-the-job training, mentorship, and classroom learning to help small and medium-sized businesses. The focus will be on enhancing their ability to recruit, train, and retain people in tech roles like software development and data analytics.

Lilyn Hester, a representative from Google, stressed the importance of supporting smaller businesses. She noted that these businesses form the backbone of our economy but often lack the resources to establish comprehensive apprenticeship programs like their larger counterparts.

Rep. Deborah Ross recognized that paid apprenticeships provide a valuable pathway for those seeking to acquire new skills or change industries. She noted that the dynamism of Wake County’s apprenticeship programs promotes both the growth of the business community and individual success in emerging sectors.

The funded program will run until 2025 with a goal to hire 200 registered tech apprentices across North and South Carolina.