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Meta's $115M Academy Fights Skilled Trades Gap With New Training

In just seven days, Meta's Level-Up fiber installation training program received 35,000 applications.

Rick Donovan·June 27, 2026

A visual representation of AI and skilled trades, showing advanced technology alongside skilled workers building infrastructure, symbolizing the growing demand for trades.

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AI Won't Replace Skilled Trades: Demand Soars as Training Lags

Meta is pouring $115 million into a roughly five-week program that guarantees graduates a job in skilled trades, a stark contrast to the uncertain job market facing many four-year degree holders, acco

Ben Foster·June 19, 2026

Young adults receiving vocational training in a high-tech data center environment, learning to become data center technicians.

Trades

Meta's New Academy Trains for Data Center Tech Jobs

In 2026, Meta is committing $115 million to provide free training, including tuition, housing, and a daily stipend, for a five-week program with a guaranteed job upon completion, according to...

Rick Donovan·June 16, 2026

Diverse group of construction workers building a high-tech data center, showcasing Meta's investment in workforce development for critical infrastructure.

Trades

Meta Launches Academy to Train Data Center Construction Workers

Meta is investing $115 million to launch a five-week workforce academy.

Rick Donovan·June 12, 2026

Diverse group of apprentices learning fiber optic installation and electrical wiring in a modern training facility, symbolizing workforce development.

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Apprenticeships Address Skilled Trades Labor Shortage

CBRE and Meta are launching a multiyear initiative called LevelUp to recruit and train thousands of fiber technicians for U.

Rick Donovan·May 2, 2026