Ten years ago, John Williams was in Accenture’s office for a mock interview as a part of a youth internship program. Today, he works at Accenture as a senior analyst, an example of how early exposure, skills development, and opportunity can help shape a career.

Accenture's apprenticeship program helps individuals build skills, gain practical experience, and pursue careers in high-demand fields. By creating pathways for people to develop their potential, programs like these contribute to a stronger workforce and create new opportunities for talent to grow.

World Business Chicago is proud to support companies like Accenture that invest in people’s development as part of Chicago's core economic strategy. The city's workforce is one of its greatest assets, and programs that expand access to skills, experience, and career opportunities help strengthen that foundation.

If your organization is exploring workforce development programs, we'd love to connect and share ideas.