What Houston’s Latest Jobs Report Means for Job Seekers
Houston's job market is still growing, but at a slower pace than many workers have become accustomed to over the past few years. According to the latest labor market report from Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast, the region added 5,000 jobs in April. While that...
Discover What’s New in Workforce Solutions Newsletter Issue 8
Want to stay updated on workforce news, hiring events, career resources, training opportunities, and community programs across the Gulf Coast region? Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast invites community members, employers, and partners to explore the latest edition of the...
Build Your Future: June Job Fairs and Hiring Events
Job seekers across Texas will have several opportunities this June to connect with employers, explore career pathways, and apply for open positions. From community job fairs to specialized hiring events, organizations throughout the region are actively recruiting...
Shaping the Future: Why Early Childhood Education Matters
The first years of a child's life lay the foundation for future learning, communication, and personal development. From recognizing familiar faces to learning how to speak, solve problems, and interact with others, early experiences help shape the skills children will...
Powering the Future of Healthcare: Texas Gulf Coast Workforce Summit
The Texas Gulf Coast Workforce Summit continues its regional series with a special focus on life sciences and healthcare, bringing together employers, educators, industry leaders, and community partners to explore workforce solutions for two of the region's...
New Podcast Episode Explores Economic Mobility and Career Pathways
What does it take to build long-term financial stability in today's economy? Episode 5 of the Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast podcast takes a closer look at the workforce trends shaping opportunity across the region. In this episode, Regional Economist Parker Harvey...
Empowering the Next Generation Through Summer Career Opportunities
This May, Workforce Solutions brought together young adults, employers, and community partners through multiple Hire Gulf Coast Youth Summer Jobs Initiative events held at the George Memorial Library in Richmond and the Alief Community Center. Designed to help youth...
Seniors, What’s Next? Explore Your Future at This Special Career Event
Graduation is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with an important question: What's next? Workforce Solutions invites graduating seniors to attend Seniors What's Next, an in-person event designed to help young adults explore opportunities, discover valuable...
Shaping the Future: Where the Education Jobs Are
The education industry plays a critical role in preparing the future workforce and strengthening communities. From early childhood classrooms to colleges and universities, educators and education professionals help students build the knowledge and skills needed for...
Chambers in Action: Business Growth Summit Strengthens Regional Partnerships
Business leaders, workforce partners, and community organizations recently gathered in Wharton for the Chambers in Action: Business Growth Summit, a collaborative event focused on supporting business growth and strengthening workforce development efforts across the...
Practice Makes Progress: Prepare for Success with Mock Interviews in Huntsville
A great interview can open the door to new career opportunities, and preparation is one of the best ways to build confidence. Workforce Solutions invites job seekers to strengthen their interview skills through the Workforce Solutions Workshop Series, a free community...
Meet Shareen Larmond: Strengthening the Gulf Coast Workforce
Shareen Larmond brings a unique industry perspective to the Gulf Coast Workforce Board through her leadership in the maritime sector. As President of the West Gulf Maritime Association, she works closely with employers across the Gulf Coast to support one of the...
Powering the Future: Texas Gulf Coast Workforce Summit
The future of the Texas Gulf Coast economy depends on a strong, skilled workforce, and collaboration is key to making that happen. The Texas Gulf Coast Workforce Summit brings together employers, educators, industry leaders, and community partners to explore...
From Classroom to Career: Education Pathways Supporting Houston Schools
Preparing students for success after graduation requires more than classroom instruction. Across the Houston region, education pathways are helping bridge the gap between learning and employment by connecting students with career exploration, workforce resources, and...
Discover What’s New in Workforce Solutions Newsletter Issue 8
Want to stay updated on workforce news, hiring events, career resources, training opportunities, and community programs across the Gulf Coast region? Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast invites community members, employers, and partners to explore the latest edition of the...
Take the Next Step: Youth Job Fair Connects Young People with Career Opportunities
Summer is a great time for young people to gain work experience, explore career options, and prepare for future success. The Next Step Youth Job Fair brings together employers, workforce professionals, and community partners to help youth discover opportunities and...
A New Spanish Podcast Episode Connects the Community to Career Resources
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast invites the community to tune in to a newly released Spanish-language podcast episode featuring Dr. María Franco, who shares information about the many free services and workforce resources available to individuals and families across...
Your June Guide to Job Fairs and Hiring Events in Texas
Job seekers across Texas will have several opportunities this June to connect with employers, explore career pathways, and apply for open positions. From community job fairs to specialized hiring events, organizations throughout the region are actively recruiting...
Connecting Youth and Opportunity: American Legion Youth Job Fair
Finding the right opportunity starts with making meaningful connections. The American Legion Youth Job Fair brings together young job seekers, employers, and workforce professionals for a community event focused on career exploration, employment opportunities, and...
New Funding Opportunities Support Workforce and Economic Growth
Greg Abbott and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) have announced the opening of applications for nearly $17 million in state grants to support short-term workforce education and training programs in high-demand fields. The funding will help...