How we’re building tomorrow’s tech force, today with Camden Dream Center
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How we’re building tomorrow’s tech force, today with Camden Dream Center

Cisco Blogs
September 15, 2025

Summary

Cisco has partnered with the Camden Dream Center to create apprenticeship opportunities in technology for students, addressing the digital divide in education and career access. The program allows students to gain hands-on experience and skills in engineering and cybersecurity, supported by state approval and a significant grant.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This partnership exemplifies how targeted apprenticeship programs can bridge the gap for vulnerable communities, providing pathways to meaningful careers in technology. It highlights the importance of collaboration between organizations and community centers to foster workforce development and skills training.

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Organizations
San Francisco J.A.T.C. For The Electrical Industry - Inside WiremanCity College of San Francisco Cyber Security Apprenticeship ProgramCiscoCisco Systems, Inc.Camden Dream Center Technology Training SchoolSan Francisco Peninsula Automotive And Machinist Joint Apprenticeship Committee  www.autoapprenticeship.comSan Francisco J.A.T.C. For The Electrical Industry - Inside Wireman  www.sfelectricaltraining.comThe City And County Of San Francisco  www.sfgov.org/dhrCity & County Of San Francisco/Laborers Local 261 Gardener-Horticulture Joint Apprenticeship Program  www.sfgov.org/dhrCity College Of San Francisco Information Security Analyst Apprenticeship Program - Sentinelone City College Of San Francisco Information Security Analyst Apprenticeship Training Committee City And County Of San Francisco It Operations Support Joint Apprenticeship Committee  www.sfdhr.org/apprenticeshipsfCity College Of San Francisco Early Childhood & Special Education Apprenticeship Program  https://www.teachforthebay.com/City and County of San Francisco Office of Economic & Workforce DevelopmentSan Francisco Peninsula Automotive And Machinist Joint Apprenticeship CommitteeSan Francisco Hotels, Clubs & Restaurants & Local 2 Cooks J.A.C.City & County Of San Francisco Office Of Economic & Workforce DevelopmentThe City And County Of San FranciscoCisco Heating and Cooling Pros, LLC224 Tara StreetSan Francisco, VAIntl. Assoc. Of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental & Reinforcing Ironworkers Local 377 San Francisco J.A.T.CCity & County Of San Francisco/Laborers Local 261 Gardener-Horticulture Joint Apprenticeship ProgramCity College Of San Francisco Information Security Analyst Apprenticeship Program - SentineloneCity College Of San Francisco Information Security Analyst Apprenticeship Training CommitteeCity And County Of San Francisco It Operations Support Joint Apprenticeship CommitteeCity College Of San Francisco Early Childhood & Special Education Apprenticeship ProgramA&T State University-Cisco Academy
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