OAI, Inc. is proud to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week by showcasing the incredible journey of our OSS Apprenticeship Program participants! 🌟 In this exclusive interview, hear from Gotion Inc. Illinois New Energy and two talented apprentices about their transformative experiences in our Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for Office Services Specialists (OSS) as well as insights from our training partner Governors State University School of Extended Learning! #NAW2024 #ApprenticeshipUSA! #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerSuccess #FutureOfWork #OSS #InnovativeLearning #ChicagoSouthland
OAI, Inc.
非营利组织管理
Chicago，IL 1,389 位关注者
Provide skills training that leads to safe, meaningful employment while helping companies and communities to thrive.
关于我们
Headquartered in downtown Chicago, OAI, Inc. is a non-profit workforce training and education agency founded in 1976. Our mission is to provide skills training that leads to safe, meaningful employment while helping companies and communities to thrive. OAI’s programs provide training for both currently employed workers and unemployed or underemployed individuals who are in need of job skills and critical worker health & safety awareness. Since its inception, OAI has helped thousands of individuals to improve their lives by effectively and responsibly managing more than $73 million in federal, state, city and foundation training program grants. Our Vision is for everyone to reach their career potential, work safely and build a good life.
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http://www.oaiinc.org
OAI, Inc.的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非营利组织管理
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- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Chicago，IL
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- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1976
- 领域
- Workforce Development、Education and Training和Environmental Health & Safety
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OAI, Inc.员工
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Thanks to Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, we successfully established our non-traditional DOL-approved Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for Office Services Specialists (OSS), bringing together talent from diverse industries!
Today on National Apprenticeship week, we are proud to spotlight The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership)! The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) is the non-profit umbrella organization that operates the largest public workforce system in the country. As the designated administrator of federal workforce development funding for the City of Chicago and Cook County, The Partnership oversees a network of approximately 70 community-based organizations, American Job Centers, satellite sites, and sector-driven centers. The organization also oversees a diverse portfolio of workforce initiatives utilizing other public, corporate, and philanthropic funds. The Partnership’s work with apprenticeships tracks that of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Registered Apprenticeship Program model, which continues to evolve and expand from a traditional workforce development trades-driven solution to include non-traditional industry sectors and occupations across the country. Over the past program year, The Partnership was awarded an 'Apprenticeship Illinois' grant. The grant funds promotion to regional industry sector business communities and employers about the benefits and value of adopting an apprenticeship career path model to develop a talent pipeline for their respective workforces. As a result, 40 career seekers were enrolled into Department of Labor certified registered apprenticeship programs; that number is expected to grow for job seekers and employers within all industry sectors. Learn more about The Partnership: https://chicookworks.org/ For Illinois apprenticeship information, visit Illinois WorkNet: https://bit.ly/3Aufjwm For more information on National Apprenticeship week, visit: https://bit.ly/3YFIdBA #Apprenticeship #NAW2024 #DecadeOfNAW #ApprenticeshipUSA! #WorkforceDevelopment #IndustrialGrowth
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Cheers to GSU's great work on apprenticeship!
Today on National Apprenticeship week, we are proud to spotlight Governors State University (GovState)! GovState was founded in 1969 and is committed to offering an exceptional and accessible education that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a global society. GovState serves as a U.S. Department of Labor Apprentice Ambassador and is an active participant on the Illinois Workforce Innovation Board's Apprenticeship Committee. Through these roles, GovState is deeply committed to advancing workforce development and promoting apprenticeship programs as a pathway to sustainable careers. GovState has successfully implemented and expanded apprenticeship programs within the supply chain sector, collaborating with businesses in the Chicago Southland and Will County regions. These partnerships help bridge the skills gap, provide workers with hands-on training, and create a pipeline of skilled talent to meet the evolving demands of local industries. To learn more about GovState’s apprenticeship programs, visit: https://lnkd.in/eJDc9EHs For Illinois apprenticeship information, visit Illinois WorkNet: https://bit.ly/3Aufjwm For more information on National Apprenticeship week, visit: https://bit.ly/3YFIdBA #GovState #Apprenticeship #SupplyChain #NAW2024 #DecadeOfNAW #ApprenticeshipUSA! #WorkforceDevelopment #IndustrialGrowth
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OAI, Inc. has launched an innovative, non-traditional DOL-approved Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for Office Services Specialists (OSS), bringing together talent from diverse industries! This unique program, in partnership with Governors State University School of Extended Learning (GSU-SXL), provides a 16-week hybrid, competency-based Related Technical Instruction (RTI) to equip participants with the skills they need to succeed. Our OSS apprentices, coming from the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, LifeHouse Group, Gotion Inc. Illinois New Energy, and OAI, Inc., are immersed in a 12-month, hands-on On-the-Job Learning (OJL) experience. After completing the program, they’ll be eligible to sit for the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) certification exam, positioning them for high-impact careers in office services! Proud to support our apprentices on their journey to certification and beyond. Special thank you to Apprenticeship Illinois and Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership🌟 #NAW2024 #ApprenticeshipUSA #ChicagoSouthland #WorkforceDevelopment #OfficeServices #CommunityImpact #OAI
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Kicking off National Apprenticeship Week, we are spotlighting OAI, Inc.! OAI’s mission is simple; Provide skills training that leads to safe, meaningful employment while helping companies and communities to thrive. The vision is for everyone to reach their career potential, work safely and build a good life. OAI, Inc. launched a non-traditional Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for Office Services Specialists (OSS) in partnership with Governor’s State University School of Extended Learning. This 16-week hybrid program brings together 11 apprentices from diverse industries for a 12-month, hands-on experience, preparing them to sit for the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam. Excited to see these future Certified Admin Professionals in action! To learn more about OAI, Inc. visit: https://oaiinc.org/ For Illinois apprenticeship information, visit Illinois WorkNet: https://bit.ly/3Aufjwm For more information on National Apprenticeship week, visit: https://bit.ly/3YFIdBA #Apprenticeship #OAI #NAW2024 #DecadeOfNAW #ApprenticeshipUSA! #WorkforceDevelopment #IndustrialGrowth #OfficeServices #CAPCertification #CommunityImpact #OAI
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As a proud grantee under the 2024 Blue Impact™ grants, OAI team members joined the FY25 Blue Impact Partnership Breakfast hosted by BCBSIL on November 12th. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow community partners, share insights, and strengthen our shared mission of advancing health equity. Thank you, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, for choosing OAI and for your dedication to building healthier communities! Together, we will improve health outcomes for all community residents💙
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This #VeteransDay, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have served in our military. But beyond the celebration, it's also a powerful reminder of the incredible potential that veterans bring to the workforce. According to The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics about 1 in 20 civilian workers in the U.S. is a veteran. Veterans possess a unique set of skills—leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience—that can be a transformative asset to any organization. As we recognize their service, let's also focus on expanding opportunities for veterans in civilian careers. Let's commit to not just thanking veterans for their service, but to actively empowering them as they continue to serve their communities and contribute to the strength of our economy. #VeteransDay #WorkforceDevelopment #VeteranTalent #Leadership #Inclusion #CareerOpportunities
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Exciting news! OAI, Inc. is thrilled to lead the manufacturing workforce training for Good Jobs Chicagoland, co-backboned with Cook County Government Bureau of Economic Development! So far eight leading manufacturers have signed on to provide essential training to 250 new and current employees. By empowering our local workforce, OAI and CMISP are building sustainable career pathways and supporting the manufacturing community in Chicagoland. “Good Jobs Chicagoland is committed to cultivating a skilled workforce that allows underrepresented persons to generate wealth for themselves and their families,” said OAI, Inc. CMISP manager Mike Gonzalez. “Additionally, the local manufacturers benefit from the program by filling skills gaps, at no cost to the employer.” #WorkforceDevelopment #GoodJobsChicagoland #CMISP
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Attention, Veterans, don’t miss the chance to explore an exciting range of employment opportunities just for you! Mark your calendars for the Southland Cook County Career Connector Hiring Event on Thursday, November 7, hosted by Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership and National Able Network. The event focuses on veterans but is open to all career seekers. Career Seekers can register by visiting: https://ow.ly/CF2H50TTBZ6 Employers, register by visiting: https://ow.ly/CulP50TTBZ7
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OAI, Inc.转发了
Barrett M. joined OAI, Inc. Electro-Mechanical Technician program, funded by a Job Training and Economic Development Program grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. With a passion for robotics, Barrett completed the two-month program gaining mechanical and electrical skills and earning a Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute certification. Now a Maintenance Technician at Sam's Club, he says, “I’ve achieved what I never thought possible, made lasting friendships, and I’m grateful for this opportunity to thrive in my career.” Thrive in your career by connecting with a local American Job Center at LevelUpAJC.org!
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