Partner With Us V2
Partner With Us
Our solutions are designed not only to meet the balance of short-term operational goals but also to build long-term solutions aligned with employers’ individual objectives.
Solutions built for your goals
Whether you’re looking to hire, develop your workforce, support employees through a transition, or refer talent — there’s a way to partner that fits.
Hire our alumni
A simplified, scalable talent pipeline
Partner with us at no cost to hire from our pool of alumni trained in UX Design, Project Management, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, IT Support, and more. Our qualified and vetted candidates are ready to interview, allowing you to spend less time searching for talent and more time meeting them.
- Diverse and qualified talent. Alumni earn industry-recognized certificates from third-party providers like Google (through Coursera). Over 70% have 6+ years of workforce experience, and 91% have worked in roles requiring strong communication.
- Scalable pipeline. A nationalized, year-round talent pipeline that complements traditional hiring systems. For high-volume needs we can develop a customized blended learning program aligned to your specific skill requirements.
- Customized placement. Our placement team provides access to a curated pool of candidates and identifies those who are the best fit for your specific requirements and company culture.
Upskill and reskill
We develop talent so you can focus on business
Our programs are tailor-made for the workforce, offering accessible technical training, one-on-one coaching, and peer support to working adults who are often hindered by cost and time constraints. We partner with enterprise companies to create cultures of opportunity that help attract and retain top talent.
- Cutting-edge talent development. 300+ hours of technical training from third-party providers like Google (through Coursera) in UX Design, IT Support, Cybersecurity, Project Management, and Data Analytics.
- Increased retention. Flexible programs create accessible paths for career development, fostering loyalty and reducing turnover — without requiring employees to leave their current roles or commit to rigid schedules.
- Enhanced productivity. 80+ hours of professional skill-building and 1:1 coaching from Merit America career coaches.
Outplacement support
When transitions happen, make them count
Traditional outplacement services often miss the mark for frontline and entry-level workers, leaving impacted employees with generic resume templates and little real direction. We provide accessible technical training, one-on-one career coaching, and peer support — designed for working adults with family obligations, time constraints, and real lives.
- Reskilling programs. For impacted employees who want to change fields entirely. They earn industry-recognized certificates in high-demand tracks like IT Support, Data Analytics, and UX Design.
- Career transition support. For impacted employees ready to find their next role using existing skills. Experienced coaches combine hands-on guidance with industry-leading career development tools.
- Affordable and flexible. No placement fees. No long-term contracts. A virtual model that scales for companies large and small without locking you in.
Pathway Partners
Refer learners, amplify impact
Pathway Partners are the catalysts for opportunity, bridging the gap for communities to attain career and economic mobility goals. These strategic partnerships are crafted to meet the needs, resources, and aspirations of organizations aiming to transform workforce development into a competitive advantage.
- A dedicated partner manager. Each partner collaborates with a dedicated partner manager who thoroughly understands your organization and your goals.
- Joint incentives. Together, we create personalized joint incentives that align positive outcomes to address your key impact goals.
Not sure which one fits?
Tell us what you need and a member of our partnerships team will be in touch within one business day.
Partnerships that deliver at scale
Five years of upskilling with Amazon
Launched in 2019 with a small cohort of 12 learners at a fulfillment center in Dallas, this collaboration has grown significantly over five years. Over 2,000 Amazon Associates nationwide have received more than 500,000 hours of technical training, Google Career Certificates through Coursera, and personalized career coaching.
- Associates trained
- 2,000+
- Hours of training
- 500K+
- Independently measured
- 68% higher wage gains per learner
Compared to similar initiatives, as reported by the Bridgespan Group in their 2023 Merit America SROI Review.
Hiring without four-year degrees, at scale
When Infosys established itself as a major employer in the Connecticut region, they committed to hiring talent in the area — specifically without a four-year degree. Infosys partnered with Merit America and collaborated with the state to create a mutually beneficial alliance, ensuring a steady supply of qualified talent.
- Alumni hired
- 133+
- Wage gains for the state
- $1.8M+
- Hiring requirement removed
- No four-year degree
A model built with the State of Connecticut that delivers for employer, learner and community alike.
All programming is virtual, but we build deep partnerships in communities across the country — with institutions like Austin Community College, funders including the Crankstart Foundation, and community organisations such as UnidosUS, the YMCA and World Relief.
Trusted by leading employers and funders
“It has been such an honor to be a part of the program with Merit America. In all of the 57 hires I’ve made this year, these 10 have been THE BEST!”
“We have seen the impact that Merit America has made on the people that have joined the firm through our Emerging Talent Software Engineers program.”
“Our partnership with Merit America has helped us continue to push the needle in our mission of serving underrepresented communities in technology.”
“Merit America’s ability to offer upskilling and mentorship helps create pathways to economic mobility for hundreds of thousands of Americans.”
“Through our partnership with Merit America, we are investing in the career growth of our employees and overall community by providing a new pathway.”
“It has been an enormous pleasure partnering with an organization that shares the same values, and desire to invest in the growth of others.”
“Merit America has demonstrated a deep commitment to expanding opportunity for low-wage working adults — a goal we share.”
“Through our partnership with Merit America, we are breaking down barriers and providing life-changing opportunities for the workforce.”
“This partnership is about redoubling our efforts to accelerate opportunities for Black workers around the country.”
Our alumni work for the world’s top companies
Frequently asked questions
Everything partners need to know about working with Merit America.
Four different needs, four different approaches:
- Retraining: Learning new skills to switch to a completely different role or task.
- Reskilling: Acquiring new skills to adapt to a changing market, especially when a previous role becomes obsolete.
- Upskilling: Enhancing current skills to perform better or take on advanced tasks in the same field.
- Career support: Building confidence in core job-search areas — resume, interview, networking — to land a new role using an existing skillset.
Ready to build something together?
Whether you’re hiring, training your workforce, supporting employees through a transition, referring talent, or investing in our mission — tell us what you need and a member of our partnerships team will be in touch.
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