Estimate training costs and financial support
For each group you could recruit from: what training them would cost compared with paying more for someone already qualified, after on-the-job training reimbursement and the federal hiring tax credit.
Built from Feeder-pool wage gaps against the ready-made hire, with Indiana OJT reimbursement and federal WOTC netted in
Answers build-versus-buy in dollars rather than in principle. Subsidies are netted at the point of comparison, which is where most build-versus-buy analyses quietly overstate the cost of training.
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Programs that fit this work
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Power Up Indiana DWD State
Reimburses companies up to $5,000 per trainee ($50,000 max per company) for employee training that results in industry-recognized credentials, cross-training/reskilling, leadership development, or registered apprenticeships. Minimum starting wage: $23.50/hr.
Who qualifies: Indiana employers registered with Secretary of State, with physical IN location, current DWD unemployment tax account. Nonprofits NOT eligible.
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Skills Enhancement Fund (SEF) IEDC State
Reimburses businesses (typically 50%) for eligible training costs over 2 years. Training must lead to postsecondary credentials, industry credentials, or specialized training resulting in wage increases. Tied to new capital investment.
Who qualifies: Indiana businesses supporting training tied to new capital investment. Training must lead to credentials or specialized skills resulting in wage increases.
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Employer Training Grant (Next Level Jobs) DWD State
Reimburses Indiana employers up to $5,000 per employee ($50,000 max) for training that results in industry-recognized credentials. Covers 6 priority sectors plus early childhood education.
Who qualifies: Indiana employers registered with Secretary of State, with physical Indiana location, current DWD unemployment tax account. Must train in priority sectors: adva…
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Section 127 Employer Educational Assistance IRS Federal
Employers can provide up to $5,250 a year tax-free per employee for tuition, fees, books and student loan payments. The student loan part was made permanent by P.L. 119-21 (July 2025).
Who qualifies: Any employer with a written Section 127 educational assistance plan. Employees receiving the benefit. Cannot discriminate in favor of highly compensated employe…
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Indiana R&D Tax Credit DOR State
State tax credit of 15% on the first $1 million in qualified research expenses plus 10% above $1 million for companies conducting R&D in Indiana.
Who qualifies: Indiana businesses with qualified research expenses (QREs) in Indiana. Generally follows federal IRC Section 41 definitions.
Built by Alex, the Hamilton County Data Hub, from BLS wage records, Census commuting and business patterns, O*NET skill profiles, and licensed Lightcast postings. Wages are set by employers. Ranges, never promises.