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Fall Into a Fresh Start: Your Next Job Awaits
Ready to make a fresh start this fall? Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast is teaming up with World Harvest Outreach Church for Connect to Careers, a free community hiring event where you can meet employers, explore job opportunities, and connect with resources to help...
Meet Mike Webster: From Workforce Development to the Classroom
Mike Webster has spent much of his career working at the intersection of education and workforce development. As president of Houston City College Southwest, he brings 10 years of experience at HCC, along with a long history with HISD and workforce development. He...
Crystal Perez Builds Workplace Experience Through Summer Earn and Learn
Crystal Perez has found a worksite where she can contribute, learn, and take on tasks that match her abilities through Workforce Solutions’ Summer Earn and Learn program. Crystal, who is blind, is working at the Cleveland Senior Citizens Organization this summer. For...
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Houston’s Job Growth Is Expected to Broaden in 2026
Houston’s labor market has picked up pace in recent months, with employers adding 14,400 jobs in June and approximately 24,000 jobs during the first half of 2026. Now, a 2026 employment forecast offers a look at what could come next. According to Workforce Solutions’...
Houston’s Updated Employment Forecast Points to Continued Job Growth in Key Industries
Houston employers are expected to add approximately 30,000 jobs by the end of 2026, according to Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast's updated employment forecast. In a recent discussion, Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast Executive Director Juliet Stipeche and Economist...
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Apply Now: Child Care Assistance Can Help Parents Work, Train and Build Their Careers
For parents, finding reliable child care can be an important part of being able to work, pursue training, or look for a new job. Workforce Solutions Gulf...
Childcare, Career Pathways and Workforce Trends: Explore Newsletter Issue 9
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s latest newsletter brings together updates on workforce programs, labor market trends, community partnerships, and upcoming...
Dr. María Franco Cortes Shares Workforce Resources for Parents Returning to Work
As children return to school, some parents may be preparing to reenter the workforce, increase their work hours, or explore a new career. Workforce Solutions...
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...
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...
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...
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?...
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...
Job Shadowing Helps Youth Explore Careers Before They Commit
Choosing a career path can feel overwhelming for many young people. While classroom learning and online research can provide valuable information, sometimes...
