Jobs for the Future Secures $40 Million for Apprenticeship Expansion
Jobs for the Future (JFF) received a $40 million award from the U.S. Department of Labor. This funding aims to expand registered apprenticeship programs nationwide. The initiative focuses on critical roles in artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and nuclear energy.
BOSTON – Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit organization, announced July 10, 2026, it received a $40 million award. The U.S. Department of Labor's Pay-for-Performance program provided the funding.
JFF will use the award to increase registered apprenticeship opportunities across the country. The program targets specific industries: artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and nuclear energy infrastructure. These sectors have identified high-demand roles that require skilled workers.
“This award allows JFF to significantly grow registered apprenticeship programs,” said Maria Flynn, President and CEO of JFF. "We will create more pathways for individuals to enter these critical fields."
The initiative will focus on developing and implementing apprenticeship models designed to meet employer needs in these burgeoning areas. JFF plans to collaborate with various stakeholders to establish these programs.
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