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As Indiana's workforce needs continue to evolve, employer-led talent development has never been more important. In a recent IBJ op-ed, Arcamed - Surgical Case and Tray Systems President Jon DeSalvo highlights how apprenticeship programs are helping build the skilled workforce Indiana employers need today and in the future.

At EmployIndy, we're proud to partner with both Arcamed and INCAP to expand access to high-quality apprenticeship pathways that connect students and adult learners to in-demand careers while helping employers develop the talent they need to grow. Together, we're creating more opportunities for Hoosiers to earn, learn and succeed right here in Indiana.

Jon Desalvo: A new approach for developing home-grown talent - Indianapolis Business Journal Indiana businesses like ours need a new approach to talent development that prepares workers to meet our current and future needs.

Artificial intelligence is changing how work gets done across nearly every industry.

EmployIndy President + CEO Ken Clark shared with IndyStar how AI is reshaping far more jobs than it is replacing.

"It'll definitely change our work but, in many ways, it's integrated in as just another skill enablement that we'll need to be focused on to make sure that our workforce is ready."

As employers and industries continue to identify and define the AI skills needed for tomorrow's workforce, EmployIndy is committed to listening, adapting, and helping Indianapolis prepare for the future of work.

Demand for AI skills is limiting new grad employment. How local organizations are adapting Recent data shows entry-level unemployment is partially due to heightened job requirements from AI.

For nearly two decades, JAG Indy has helped change the trajectory of thousands of young people.

Since 2006, the program has supported students in staying in school, graduating, and accessing career-connected learning that leads to postsecondary success and career advancement. It achieved a 98% graduation rate among participants.

As our Jobs for America's Graduates program officially ends today, we remain committed to expanding opportunities for youth across Marion County.

Interested in what’s next? Explore work-based learning and job opportunities through Project Indy and our youth apprenticeship programs: employindy.org/explore-services

Students have more career pathways than ever before, but too many still lack the guidance to navigate them. At EmployIndy, we see this gap firsthand and know how critical strong career navigation is to building a future-ready workforce.

A new report from FutureEd, Future Shock: The Crisis in Career Navigation, highlights the challenges young people face and the innovative solutions emerging to support them.

Future Shock: The Crisis in Career Navigation Policymakers have invested heavily to create new career pathways for the nation’s high school students. But many students lack the guidance they need to take advantage of these expanding opportunities.

We're thrilled to announce Jimmie McMillian as our keynote speaker for the 25th Annual Mayor’s Celebration of Diversity Awards!

Jimmie McMillian serves as vice president of external affairs and senior corporate counsel for Penske Entertainment Corp. Jimmie has shown a tireless commitment to improving the lives of young people and motivating them to succeed despite life’s various obstacles through leadership and mentorship.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Jimmie’s story, insights, and perspective on sparking collaboration and driving workforce progress.

Learn more and get involved: https://employindy.org/mcod-2026