NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: April 23, 2026
Media Contact: Will.Hoenike@labor.idaho.gov

The Idaho Department of Labor and Apprenticeship Idaho is hosting its first apprenticeship- focused event, Wednesday, April 29, at the State of Idaho Chinden Campus in Boise.

The event begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m. in the conference room of Building 6, 11351 W. Chinden Blvd.

“Whether you’re exploring your first career, looking to improve your skills or trying to connect with industry partners, this is a space where conversations can turn into real career pathways,” Apprenticeship Workforce Development Programs Specialist Morgan Galway said.

Employers and programs planning to attend include Idaho Division of Career Technical Education, Coding Clarified, College of Southern Idaho, Idaho Power, Idaho Rural Water Association, College of Western Idaho, UA Local 296 Plumbers & Pipefitters, Sun Valley Culinary Institute and more.

A variety of industries will be highlighted including construction, health care, manufacturing, information technology and others. Personal success stories from employers and apprentices will also be showcased during the event to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week.

For more information about this event, visit the department’s calendar.

Customers with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to participate can email Registeredapprenticeship@labor.idaho.gov.

Registered Apprenticeships let you earn while you learn, gain valuable skills and grow a rewarding career. More information about the program is available at labor.idaho.gov.

Attending a job seeker event such as this one counts as one weekly work search action for unemployment insurance purposes.

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The Idaho Department of Labor’s Registered Apprenticeship program is 100% funded for SFY26 by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of Apprenticeship Idaho’s State Apprenticeship Expansion Equity and Innovation grant totaling $323,647.