AMIIC is hosting a Lean Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 series, with the first workshop on August 1.
This workshop will be beneficial for manufacturers looking to enhance their operations through Lean practices and Industry 4.0 technologies.
We encourage you to register now, as space is limited.
The second workshop will be held on September 4, and we will share that information when it is released.

Don't miss ...
Upcoming UNA Career Fairs

September 17, 4 - 6 p.m.
Accounting Career Fair

September 18, 3 - 5 p.m.
Business Management, Marketing & Sales Career Fair

October 4, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Computing Career Fair

Recruit talented students eager to find
internships and full-time positions.

Employers Register Here





 

NEW!
Alabama Childcare Tax Credit

an employer tax credit, a childcare facility tax credit
and a nonprofit childcare provider grant program 

As part of the "Working for Alabama" workforce legislation, Alabama's new Childcare Tax Credit was signed into law in May.   

(from AlabamaReflector.com and APNews.com)   
The tax credit is part of a package of bills designed to address low workforce participation in the state. Alabama’s workforce participation rate in March 2024 was 57.7%, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. The national rate in April was 62.7%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.   Experts have cited a lack of access to child care as one of the reasons for the low rate. 

The Childcare Tax Credit (HB 358) establishes an employer tax credit, a childcare facility tax credit and a nonprofit childcare provider grant program which aims to encourage employers to help fund childcare for employees. The bill passed 31-0 in the Alabama Senate. 

The proposal also would provide tax credits and grants to providers, with incentives aimed at expanding the availability of care and improving quality.

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Attention Students & Job Seekers!

Using your skills, credentials, and experiences to match you to the next step in your career pathway.

All it takes is one decision to register for a state-funded program that can ensure learning and employment opportunities as long as you’re willing to participate. It doesn’t take much to get started. Take a look at these short, informational videos to see what you’ll gain from the Alabama Talent Triad.

Alabama's Skills-Based Hiring Economy Explained

Introduction to the NEW Alabama Talent Triad

Alabama Registered Apprenticeship
(non-union)

Why would an employer be interested in an apprenticeship?

• Availability of skilled workers is low.
  • Apprenticeship can help you create workers with exactly the skills needed.
• Candidates lack real-world experience.
  • Apprentices get direct experience with your company.
• Consistency of worker training is low.
  • Employers drive the work processes and standards apprentices must meet.
• Skill requirements for workers continues to increase.
  • Learning in your facility means learning on exactly the equipment and processes used in your business.
• Recruiting workers is difficult.
  • Letting workers know you are going to grow them into a career employee encourages positive culture and applications.
• The most skilled and experienced people on the job are reaching retirement age.
  • The mentorship associated with an apprenticeship program connects veteran workers directly with the next generation.