Jobs at AFL-CIO Tech Institute

Supports the Program Manager in implementing apprenticeship and other workforce development programs. Responsibilities include developing work plans, tracking milestones, processing applications, managing grant compliance data and files, tracking budgets and invoices, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing reports and communications, and maintaining databases. The role requires strong organization, communication, technology, time management, and collaboration skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, project management tools, and spreadsheets.

Leads national deployment, expansion, licensing, maintenance, and improvement of the Manufacturing Core Curriculum. Manages project strategy, workplans, budgets, grant compliance, partner relationships, training implementation, communications, fundraising support, and project staff or contractors. The role works with unions, employers, workforce organizations, training providers, government, and funders to scale manufacturing pre-apprenticeship programs.

Direct collective bargaining and policy work related to AI and emerging workplace technologies. Research labor and technology issues, develop bargaining resources and contract language, produce policy analyses, testimony, regulatory comments, and legislative documents, and advise unions, policymakers, partners, and management. The role also supports internal bargaining, contract administration, grievance resolution, and organizational relationship management.

Lead a national nonprofit workforce development organization affiliated with the AFL-CIO. The Executive Director will set strategy, expand fundraising, oversee apprenticeship and training programs, manage finances and staff, strengthen operations, and represent the organization externally. The role requires deep labor movement knowledge, workforce development experience, board engagement, strong relationship-building, and the ability to address AI, automation, and technological change through worker-focused programs and partnerships.