Strengthening the Tech Workforce Through Apprenticeships, Skills-Based Hiring, and Disability Employment
- Aug 19, 2026
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
Overview
Information technology (IT) is rapidly transforming the way organizations operate, driving employer demand for new skills to stay competitive. As opportunities advance in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure, the IT industry is increasingly seeking qualified candidates to fill those roles. Organizations are exploring a variety of approaches such as apprenticeship programs and skills-based hiring to include workers with disabilities in the IT industry and the future of work.
Join the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN) and representatives from Apprenti for a free webinar exploring today’s technology workforce. This session will examine how employers are expanding access to tech careers and preparing disabled workers for success. Speakers will share insights from the IT sector, discuss innovative training and career-entry models, and highlight practical examples of how organizations are creating pathways into high-demand occupations.
What You Will Learn
- Current workforce trends in the IT industry, including the role of AI
- Examples of apprenticeship and work-based learning models in the tech sector
- Approaches for identifying talent based on skills and capabilities
- Practical considerations for creating accessible pathways for workers with disabilities
- Resources that support employee growth and long-term career success
Featured Speakers
- Susanne Marie Bruyère, Academic Director, K. Lisa Yang and Hock E. Tan Institute on Employment and Disability
- Jennifer Carlson, Chief Executive Officer, Apprenti
- Emma MacLean, Associate Director, Business Operations, Apprenti
Real-time captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. Please request any additional accommodations via the registration form.
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