Jacob Kovar Builds Confidence Through Work Experience

by Staff Writer | Sep 3, 2026 | Success Stories

Reading Time: < 1 minuteFor Jacob Kovar, his experience working at CVS has been about more than learning how to complete a shift. Through the Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s Summer Earn & Learn (S.E.A.L.) Work Experience program, he has gained hands-on work...

From Welding to IT, Gulf Copper Offers Veterans a Range of Career Paths

by Staff Writer | Sep 2, 2026 | Resources

Reading Time: 2 minutesFor veterans leaving military service, finding a civilian career that fits their experience can sometimes mean looking beyond job titles that closely match their military roles. At Gulf Copper Davie, the opportunities span several areas of...

Early Childhood Education and the Importance of Qualified Educators

by Staff Writer | Sep 2, 2026 | Resources

Reading Time: 2 minutesChildren begin learning from the moment they are born. As they grow, the people teaching and caring for them play an important role in shaping how they understand the world. With support from Workforce Solutions, you can take control of your job...

Meet Tanya Makany-Rivera: Bringing Lived Experience to the Workforce Board

by Staff Writer | Sep 1, 2026 | Meet the Board

Reading Time: 2 minutesTanya Makany-Rivera brings two decades of experience in local government and politics to her role on the Gulf Coast Workforce Board. As Director of External Legislative Affairs for AT&T, she works in a field where understanding communities and...

September Job Fairs and Career Events to Check Out Across Texas

by Staff Writer | Sep 1, 2026 | Opportunities, Upcoming Events

Reading Time: 2 minutesSeptember brings several opportunities for Texans looking for work, exploring career options, or preparing for their next job. From healthcare and energy hiring events to youth career fairs and resume workshops, these free events can help job...