Apprenticeship Specialist

Trades-For-Tomorrow; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Ontario is seeking an enthusiastic Apprenticeship Specialist to support apprentices and employers across Ontario. Hybrid work in Mississauga combines in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, and you’ll manage a portfolio from registration through certification.

You’ll build relationships, coach apprentices, engage employers, and contribute to the Merit Ontario Group Sponsor Program while advancing apprenticeship outcomes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in apprenticeship, workforce development, employment services, education, or HR.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Provide support from registration through certification for apprentices and employers.
• Own a strategic portfolio to grow the Group Sponsor Program.
• Coach apprentices throughout their journey and connect them with resources.
• Build strong relationships with employers and industry partners.
• Collaborate with partners to improve apprenticeship outcomes.

Skills

Apprenticeship experience

Workforce development

Employment services

Education

Human resources

Program coordination

Tools

Outlook

Word Processing

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

SharePoint

AI

Job description

Apprenticeship Specialist

Location:

Mississauga, Ontario (Hybrid)

Position Type:

Full-Time

Build Careers. Support Employers. Make an Impact.

At Merit Ontario, we believe apprenticeship changes lives. Every day, our team helps apprentices build rewarding careers while supporting employers in developing the skilled workforce Ontario needs.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, relationship-focused Apprenticeship Specialist who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and making a difference. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and your work has a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As an Apprenticeship Specialist, you'll be the trusted resource for a portfolio of apprentices and employers, providing support from registration through certification. You'll also take ownership of a strategic portfolio that helps strengthen and grow our Group Sponsor Program.

Your work may include:

• Coaching and supporting apprentices throughout their apprenticeship journey.
• Building strong relationships with employers and industry partners.
• Connecting apprentices with the resources they need to succeed.
• Leading initiatives in areas such as apprentice success, wrap-around supports, OYAP, events, employer engagement, assessments, government reporting, or other exciting projects.
• Collaborating with Skilled Trades Ontario, educational partners, and the Merit Ontario team to improve apprenticeship outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years of experience in apprenticeship, workforce development, employment services, education, human resources, program coordination, or a related field.
• A passion for helping people succeed.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities while providing exceptional service.
• Knowledge of Ontario's apprenticeship system is an asset.
• Comfortable with technology, including but not limited to Outlook, Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, AI, etc.

Why Merit Ontario?

We're a team that believes great ideas can come from anyone. We support one another, celebrate successes, embrace innovation, and are always looking for better ways to serve employers and apprentices.

When you join Merit Ontario, you'll enjoy:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference across Ontario's skilled trades.
• Opportunities to lead projects and bring new ideas to life.
• Professional growth and continuous learning.
• A hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in the Mississauga office, 2 days remote)
• Monday to Friday with flexible working hours
• Occasional travel, evening, and weekend events
• Valid Ontario driver's licence and reliable transportation required

Ready to help shape the future of apprenticeship in Ontario?

We'd love to hear from you.