California Department of Industrial Relations
04/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/27/2026 16:54
California celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
NEWS RELEASE
Oakland - The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and its Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, April 26 to May 2, 2026. California continues to expand apprenticeship opportunities across the state, and this week highlights the success of these programs and the strong partnerships that support them.
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following proclamation:
About National Apprenticeship Week
National Apprenticeship Week is a celebration held annually in partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor. DAS helps to lead California's apprenticeship efforts by providing funding, maintaining apprenticeship standards, ensuring that workers are being trained properly, paid fairly, and working under safe conditions. The division works closely with community-based organizations, labor partners, educational entities and industry leaders to build and sustain high-quality apprenticeship programs across the state.
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