The mission of Indiana's initiative surrounding the Employer Training Grant (ETG) is to help fill over one million job vacancies expected in the next decade. This effort is aimed at bolstering the state's workforce by providing financial incentives to employers for training, hiring, and retaining workers in high-demand fields, thereby addressing critical labor shortages across various industries.
The Employer Training Grant (ETG) program is designed to assist Hoosier employers in filling over one million job vacancies forecasted for the next decade in Indiana. It specifically aims to reimburse employers for the cost of training, hiring, and retaining new or incumbent workers. The grant focuses on bolstering workforce capabilities in six priority sectors, providing substantial financial support of up to $5,000 per employee and a maximum of $50,000 per employer to ensure skilled personnel fulfill in-demand positions and support Indiana's economic development.