Building New Hampshire begins by building our workforce.

From training grants to mentorship, there are resources available to help you build your workforce. Look through the information we've gathered below. Still have questions – email us and we'll be in touch. 

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Our Construction Supervision Certificate program is designed to help you better plan, organize, communicate, and monitor daily activities. 

This anonymous survey is the only one of its kind available in our area. 

Our Registered Carpentry Apprenticeship will help address a critical workforce shortage by connecting employers with individuals interested in learning a trade.

Companies may get a credit off their business profit tax for working with a CTE program.

Investing in talent is vital to sustainable business growth and employee retention.

Through ApprenticeshipNH, participants develop core skills that can be applied in a variety of professions at companies across the state.

Find ways to get involved with the future workforce.

Addressing the talent supply gap by connecting employer needs with training programs and funding resources to better prepare the labor force with job-ready skills.

Resources

FAQ: Youth on the jobsite

Frequently asked questions about employers having youth on the jobsite. Click here for this resource we put together to help employers.

Reach out to Local Schools to Make Connections

Network with Career & Technical Education Centers for future workforce needs. 
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AWATO

Are you looking to connect with your local High School and/or Career & Technical Education Centers? Visit here to learn more and to get connected.

 ON THE JOB TRAINING (OJT) 

Finding skilled workers can be a challenge. OJT provides reimbursement to employers to help compensate for the costs associated with upgraded skills training and loss of production for newly hired employees. OJT training can assist employers who are looking to expand their businesses and who need additional staff trained with job specific skills.

OJT employers may receive 50% wage reimbursements up to $3,500 during the training period (up to 6 months) of OJT trainees to help defray personnel training costs.

The Job Training Fund, the NH Department of Business and Economic Affairs team of Business Resource Specialists and the NH Manufacturing Extension Partnership can also provide assistance to train workers and create new opportunities for growth.
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TRAINING GRANTS & TAX CREDITS

Your employees are your greatest asset, and investing in talent is vital to sustainable business growth and employee retention. Whether you are looking to train new apprentices, current field employees, office staff or leadership, you can save valuable training dollars through grant opportunities. Learn how you can apply for up to 50% off your training programs and pply now for up to a 50% reimbursement on training programs!|
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WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM (WEP)

The Work Experience Program (WEP) offers work experience opportunities to individuals who are receiving financial assistance from the state.

By becoming a WEP work host, non-profit organizations, community agencies, or businesses can provide work experience to WEP participants who are looking to develop new skills. WEP participants are provided an opportunity to gain the experience needed for a successful transition to paid employment. 

As a WEP work host, your organization can provide an individual with experience needed to get a job while at the same time easing your own staff’s workload. A WEP participant can also provide you with an opportunity to observe, first hand, a worker’s skills for consideration for a future paid position. 

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WORKFORCE INNOVATION & OPPORTUNITY ACT (WIOA)

The Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) provides eligible adults with professional career counseling and access to a wide range of employment and training related services. This helps participants increase their earning potential and helps NH employers meet their workforce needs. Eligibility varies, so we encourage you to contact your local WIOA Career Navigator.

WIOA Career Navigators may provide the following services at no cost:

• Occupational Skills Training through a catalogue of over 800 classroom-based trainings that can lead to an industry recognized credential
• On-the-Job Training to create the opportunity to be hired by an employer with hands-on training, allowing the employee to “earn while they learn”
• Support Services for additional assistance such as transportation reimbursement, child care reimbursement, uniforms, tools and other emergency services may be available to help eliminate or lessen barriers that prevent participation in a full-time training program
• Vocational Assessments to help identify skills, interests, abilities and potential barriers to employment
• Job-Market Outlook on the local labor market and in-demand occupations within New Hampshire
• Career Path and Employment Plan Development to help guide that process
• Educational Services and Skills Advancement in areas such as ESOL, HISET preparation, basic reading, math, and computer literacy
• Job Search and Readiness Activities including development of interviewing skills and resume writing

Job Seeker Brochure | Employer Brochure | WIOA Website