Business Partnership Portal
Welcome to the Department of Career and Technical Education (CTE). The purpose of the CTE Business Partnership Portal (BPP) is to enable the business community to partner with us to fulfill the mission and vision of CTE department for student success. We welcome business partners from all industries to connect with us to provide students with internships, apprenticeships, employment, mentorship and to support department initiatives. Please complete the information at the link below.
Apprenticeship Funding Opportunities
CTE Business Partners,
Please consider the following options for funding to support a Registered Apprenticeships through the Maryland Department of Labor.
The available programs include:
Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program: Reimbursements of $3,000–$7,500 for training, recruitment, and mentorship costs.a new funding program for employers and sponsors of Registered Apprentices. Eligible applicants can seek $3,000-7,500 in reimbursement payments to support training, recruitment, mentorship, and accommodation costs associated with Registered Apprenticeship. Full program details and terms are on our website.
- Applications are open now and will be accepted on a rolling basis as long as funds remain available
- An informational webinar is scheduled for March 6th
Apprenticeship Industry Accelerator Program: Grants ranging from $250,000 to $2.5 million to support new apprenticeship intermediaries and sponsors. A new competitive grant program, the Apprenticeship Industry Accelerator, supports the creation of new apprenticeship intermediaries and sponsors, particularly in industry sectors where apprenticeships are not currently common or well-supported. Full program details and solicitation are on our website.
- A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for March 9th
- Proposals will be accepted until May 9, 2026
- Awards made by June 2026Award amounts will range from $250,000 to $2.5 million
- Period of performance June 1, 2026 - May 31, 2029
2026 Maryland Apprenticeship Awards: Nominations are open until March 27th to recognize exceptional apprentices and partners.
National Apprenticeship Week 2026 will take place during the week of April 26th. As part of Maryland's celebration we are accepting nominations for the 5th annual Maryland Apprenticeship Awards. The awards honor the exceptional apprentices, mentors, businesses, sponsors, and champions that are at the heart of Maryland's apprenticeship system. Labor will accept award nominations until March 27th.
- Use this form to submit a nomination
- Self-nominations are permitted
- Please share with your employers and partners
Winners will be recognized at a statewide celebration event during National Apprenticeship Week 2026. Event details will be announced at a later date.
