Training the manufacturing workforce of the future

About iTEC

The Industrial Training and Education Consortium of the Lehigh Valley (iTEC) is a regional apprenticeship program established to provide industrial skills training and talent development to meet the needs of the Lehigh Valley’s growing manufacturing sector.

Public/Private Partnership

iTEC is a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation in the process of applying for 501(c)(3) status with partners across industry, education, government and community groups in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley.

Benefits for Companies

  • Access to continuous pipeline of talent
  • Ensure high training standards are met
  • Build a loyal workforce
  • Train company mentors

Benefits for Apprentices

  • Develop high-demand skill sets 
  • Earn while learning
  • Potential to obtain a debt-free degree
  • Pursue a career with competitive pay, benefits and upward mobility

Many of the top manufacturers in the Lehigh Valley participate in iTEC

B.Braun
Lutron
Heidelberg Materials
OraSure Technologies
Bracalente Manufacturing Group
HCSC
Keurig Dr Pepper
Julabo Temperature Control
Thread Bioscience
Old Castle APG
Tyber Medical

What Leaders in the Lehigh Valley are Saying about iTEC

“The Lehigh Valley is home to more than 700 manufacturers making everything from medical devices to industrial equipment to food products and nearly everything in between. Our manufacturing renaissance is driven by the skilled employees in the region. As we grow, it’s critical to continue that talent pipeline. The iTEC apprenticeship program is a fantastic vehicle to continue the growth of skilled manufacturing in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.”
Don Cunningham, President & CEO
Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation
“The iTEC apprenticeship training program provides alternative career pathways for students, parents, and the entire workforce through registered pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs. While learning or upgrading their skills, participants earn a salary on the job with the opportunity to earn a tuition-free college degree. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for a dynamic, rewarding career in advanced, diversified manufacturing.”
Nancy Dischinat, Executive Director
Workforce Board Lehigh Valley
“The skilled workers that come from the iTEC apprenticeship program are essential for B. Braun to continue manufacturing life-sustaining medical devices right here in the Lehigh Valley. We are proud to partner with other manufacturers, training providers and community organizations to advance this important workforce development program.”
Morten Rasmussen, Corporate Vice President, Operations HR
B. Braun Medical Inc.
“The iTEC apprenticeship training program will allow employers in the Lehigh Valley to attract talented individuals who think differently, and equip organizations with a range of diverse, talented individuals.”
Ayesha Herrera, SPHR, Director, Human Resources
OraSure Technologies, Inc.

Manufacturing is the TOP contributor to the Lehigh Valley’s economy

in total economical output
of the Lehigh Valley’s private sector output
of U.S. metro regions for economic output
manufacturing workers in the Lehigh Valley

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News & Events

iTEC is Publicly Announced at October 3rd, 2023 Lehigh Valley Manufacturing Forum

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