Technology Apprenticeship Program

Paid work experience + fully covered associate degree! Consumer Credit Union's (CCU’s) Technology Apprenticeship Program provides a paid, full‑time opportunity to launch your technology career while earning your Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration—with 100% tuition, books, and fees covered. Apprentices gain hands‑on experience supporting CCU’s technology and digital operations at our Lake Forest corporate office.

We are seeking high school graduates (including upcoming 2026 grads) and career changers who have not yet begun—or have completed only limited—college coursework.

Program Details

• 2-year paid program (6 semesters, including summers)
• Attend classes to earn your Associate of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Degree at College of Lake County (CLC)

• Start working July 2026 ; classes begin August 2026

• Work 40 hours per week split between work and college classes
• Gain hands-on work experience. You will develop technical, analytical, and professional skills while assisting with IT support, systems, and digital banking-related activities in a collaborative corporate environment.
• Earn hourly pay + eligible for benefits and an annual bonus opportunity
• Tuition, books, and fees covered in full

• Receive mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for increased responsibility

• Must maintain passing grades of 'C' or higher and meet job performance expectations

• The program is designed to prepare you for long‑term roles in areas like IT support, systems administration, digital banking, and other technology specialties within CCU.

About the Technology Apprentice Role

As a Technology Apprentice, you will rotate through key technology functions gaining exposure to:

• End-user support (hardware, software, connectivity, account access, digital banking)

• Support ticket triage, documentation, and resolution

• Device provisioning, onboarding/offboarding, and asset management
• Troubleshooting, patching, and system monitoring
• Business application and enterprise system support and maintenance
• Network, server, and storage maintenance (Windows & Linux)
• Cybersecurity activities including vulnerability assessments and incident response
• Digital banking platform support, testing, and issue tracking
• As a condition of employment, a background check will be re-verified on an ongoing basis as determined by Consumers Credit Union.

Apprentices work closely with Technology team members to deliver reliable technology services, resolve technical issues, and support the secure operation of CCU’s technology environment. This is an ideal position for someone eager to begin a career in technology, develop a broad technical skill set, and learn through hands-on experience in a collaborative, real-world environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Age 18+ by July 1, 2026
• 1 year of customer service and/or IT experience
• Strong interest in building a career in banking/financial services and technology
• Intermediate computer skills (MS office, email, data entry)

• Communication, multitasking, teamwork, and learning mindset

• Ability to commit to Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week for work and school
• Acceptance into CLC's Associates of Applied Sciences program

Compensation & Benefits

Starting rate is $20.50/hour. Eligible for an annual bonus opportunity and merit increases.

Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible, HMO and PPO), dental, vision, spending accounts, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and other plans effective date of hire. You will be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan at any time. You will be automatically enrolled in the pension plan following six months of employment and 1,000 hours of service and reaching age 20.

Apprenticeship Open House!

Meet current CCU Apprentices, Tech Leaders, and Recruiters.

Thursday, March 5 ; visit with us between 4-7 PM
CCU Corporate Office at 300 N. Field Drive, Lake Forest, IL

Reserve your spot by joining the guest list.

Apply Soon! Interviews begin in early April. Hiring decisions made by May1.

About CCU

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, Consumers Credit Union (CCU) has $4.4 billion in assets and serves more than 275,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact our Human Resources team at: [email protected] or 877-275-2228.