#NAW2019

More than 1,000 events across the country celebrated the work of apprentices during the fifth annual National Apprenticeship Week. Apprenticeships are industry-driven, high-quality career pathways in which employers can develop their future workforce and individuals can obtain paid work experience, instruction, and credentials.

Women in Apprenticeship

At the Departments Summit on Women in Apprenticeship this week, U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia, Deputy Secretary Patrick Pizzella, and Womens Bureau Director Dr. Laurie Todd-Smith spoke about Administration efforts to grow apprenticeship. A panel of experts discussed best practices for raising awareness among women about the benefits of apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship and Careers

Secretary Scalia visited the Phelps ACE High School career fair in Washington, D.C., this week and spoke with students about how apprenticeship provides a pathway to high-paying careers. By encouraging cooperation between educators and the private sector, we can foster a brighter future for young workers, Scalia said.

More #NAW2019 Updates

• Blog: Apprenticeships Are Opportunities
• Blog: Creating Apprenticeship Programs that Work for Everyone
• Tweet: Womens Bureau Deputy Director Addresses the Eastern Massachusetts Girls in Trades Conference and Career Fair
• Blog: Kicking Off the Fifth Annual National Apprenticeship Week

In Case You Missed It

H-2B Rule

The U.S. Departments of Labor and Homeland Security announced a new rule to improve the recruitment of American workers for temporary non-agricultural jobs.

Wage Settlement

A Pennsylvania bar and restaurant will pay $362,988 in back wages and damages to 25 workers to resolve overtime violations.

Child Labor Violations

Department investigations found three Chicago-area companies violated child labor regulations after three minors suffered serious injuries.

Stat of the Week

#MoreApprenticeships

Employers have taken on more than 650,000 new apprentices since January 1, 2017.

Compliance Assistance Highlight

Construction Contractor Compliance Assistance

The Department has issued updates to its technical assistance guide for federal contractors in the construction industry.