Jun 17, 2022 | In the News |
Since December, Austin’s unemployment rate has returned to pre-pandemic levels and job growth has exceeded norms. However, this quick economic recovery has created a skills gap, which is generated from a mismatch between the skill level job seekers have and what...
Jun 1, 2022 | In the News |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area on May 31 announced a plan to offer 1,000 free training scholarships to local workers. The nonprofit workforce development organization intends to help recent graduates and other Central Texans train for new roles in manufacturing,...
Jun 1, 2022 | In the News |
Workforce Solutions Capital Area announced its “Hire Local” plan this week, which includes 1,000 free training scholarships for Central Texas residents. These scholarships are available for recent graduates exploring post-high school career plans or others looking to...
Jun 1, 2022 | In the News |
Local officials announced a new plan Tuesday to address Central Texas’ rapid growth, which has widened the gap in the number of available jobs and the workers qualified to fill them. State of play: Austin Mayor Steve Adler and leaders from Workforce Solutions...
Jun 1, 2022 | In the News |
The city of Austin is digging into a plan to help residents fill numerous positions with 1,000 scholarships for those trying to climb up in their careers. Khalyl Woodson is a recipient of the scholarship that’s part of the “hire local” plan the city is teaming up with...
