What to Know before You EEO: Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors' Equal Employment Opportunity Responsibilities

Registered Apprenticeship program sponsors must comply with US Department of Labor (DOL) regulations on Equal Employment Opportunity. The rules set expectations for sponsors related to apprentices’ recruitment and training. Although the EEO rules may appear complicated, they are similar or identical to many employers’ existing practices, policies, and legal requirements and help ensure programs access and retain diverse talent. This fact sheet is a quick guide to help clarify EEO regulations for sponsors.