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Workforce Solutions Heads to the Build Freedom Summit in Galveston
Next week, Galveston hosts a national conference on who will fill the jobs behind American manufacturing and defense, and Workforce Solutions will be part of it in three ways. At the Build Freedom Summit, Oct. 20–21, Workforce Solutions team members will present a...
White Cane Safety Day: Building More Accessible Communities and Workplaces
Observed each year on October 15, White Cane Safety Day recognizes the independence of people who are blind or have low vision and raises awareness about safe, accessible travel. The day is also an opportunity to consider how accessibility affects people beyond public...
Veterans Can Bring Their Skills to New Careers at Hiring Red, White & You!
For veterans and members of the military community, the skills gained through service can open doors to new career opportunities. Ahead of Veterans Day, Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast is joining the Texas Workforce Commission for Hiring Red, White & You!, a...
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Houston Adds 44,700 Jobs Over the Year as August Hiring Slows
Houston-area employers added 900 jobs in August, a slower month than the region typically sees at the end of summer. Houston has historically added about 7,400 jobs in August, according to Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s latest Houston Area Employment Situation....
Six Houston Industries to Watch for Job Growth in 2026
Houston employers added 14,400 jobs in June, bringing the region’s job gains for the first half of 2026 to approximately 24,000. As hiring continues, several industries stand out in the region’s latest employment forecast. The Workforce Solutions’ Employer Forecast...
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Earn While You Learn: Galveston College and Gulf Copper Build a New Pathway Into Shipbuilding Careers
A new apprenticeship program is bringing together Galveston College and Gulf Copper Davie to prepare students for careers in shipbuilding while giving them...
From Skilled Trades to Houston’s Job Market: Explore Workforce Newsletter Issue 9
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s latest newsletter brings together updates on workforce programs, labor market trends, community partnerships, and upcoming...
From Welding to IT, Gulf Copper Offers Veterans a Range of Career Paths
For veterans leaving military service, finding a civilian career that fits their experience can sometimes mean looking beyond job titles that closely match...
Who’s Hiring Looks at the Changing Face of Manufacturing at SEG Solar
Manufacturing supports roughly a quarter-million jobs across the Gulf Coast Workforce Board’s 13-county region, and the work itself is changing as automation,...
What’s Inside Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast Newsletter Issue 9
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s latest newsletter brings together updates on workforce programs, labor market trends, community partnerships, and upcoming...
Explore Workforce News and Opportunities in Newsletter Issue 9
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s latest newsletter brings together updates on workforce programs, labor market trends, community partnerships, and upcoming...
From the Assembly Line to Skilled Manufacturing: How Daikin Trains Employees for Career Growth
What does it take to start a career at one of the world's largest HVAC manufacturers? According to Daikin Texas Technology Park, the answer isn't previous...
How Child Care Support Can Help Employers Attract and Retain Talent
Hiring and retaining qualified employees remains one of the biggest challenges for many employers. While wages, benefits, and career advancement often receive...
Your Monthly Workforce Update Is Here: Newsletter Issue 9
Looking for the latest workforce news, hiring events, career resources, and success stories from across the Gulf Coast region? Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast...
