The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program is a part of FHWA’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and procedures as set forth in FHWA regulations at 23 CFR Part 230, Subpart A. The OJT Program is an essential element of the Federal-aid Highway Program. The successful implementation of OJT by a State Department of Transportation (State DOT) helps develop a competent and diverse workforce to meet current and future hiring needs for highway construction. In addition, the successful implementation of the FHWA OJT Program supports the Department’s focus on workforce development, particularly with respect to the Program’s primary objective of recruiting, hiring, and advancing traditionally underrepresented individuals in the highway construction workforce.

FHWA issued guidance on State DOT implementation of the OJT Program on October 19, 2023. This guidance can be found in the “Tools” tab to the left of this page. Please check this page regularly for the latest tools, training, and guidance for implementing the OJT Program.

Points of Contact

David Pinckney
National DBE/Contractor Compliance/On-the-Job Training Team Lead
David.Pinckney@dot.gov

Stephanie James
DBE/Contract Compliance Program Analyst
Stephanie.James@dot.gov