Across industries, employers are facing a frustrating paradox: There are open jobs, yet too few candidates with the right skills to fill them. As companies adapt to rapidly changing technologies, demographics and workplace expectations, it’s clear that traditional hiring methods are no longer enough. One proven, but often overlooked, solution is apprenticeship. Long … [More]
Why Apprenticeship Is the Workforce Strategy More Businesses Need
Achieving outcomes that are difficult to achieve through traditional hiring alone
Nonprofit Unveils New Identity, Renewed Focus on Workforce Empowerment
St. Joseph the Worker, Arizona’s leading employment-focused nonprofit, has officially rebranded as The Worker, a name that better reflects its mission to eliminate barriers to employment and connect individuals with quality jobs across the Valley. The rebrand, publicly unveiled at a celebratory open house on May 1, includes a modernized identity and updated program names … [More]
Generational Divides about Workplace L&D
The annual L&D benchmark report recently released by TalentLMS, an award-winning SaaS training vendor, uncovers how four generations of employees view workplace learning and development programs and what they expect from them. The TalentLMS 2024 Annual L&D Benchmark Report found a generational divide: Millennials are the most satisfied generation with training, with … [More]
New Accelerator to Provide Hands-On Battery Training
The Arizona Commerce Authority has opened Future48 Workforce Accelerator, a battery-focused accelerator to provide workforce training focused on the manufacturing process of cylindrical batteries used for electric vehicles and other applications. Specifically, as the program is designed to develop regional talent who will join LG Energy Solution’s Queen Creek facility after … [More]
Chandler Workforce Collaboration Brings Feedback to Create East Valley Job Opportunities
In partnership with Chandler Unified School District, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, and the City of Chandler, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Chandler4Workforce: a quarterly collaboration between four of the city’s largest workforce development organizations. Leadership from each group meets in-person to discuss their upcoming programs and … [More]
1 in 4 Companies Say AI Skills Protect Workers from Layoffs
As companies navigate economic uncertainty, many are making tough workforce decisions — including hiring freezes, slowdowns, and layoffs. To better understand how businesses are approaching staffing changes and the role of AI skills in job security, AI Resume Builder surveyed 1,000 U.S. managers in March 2025. Key findings: 17% of companies have implemented a hiring … [More]
Phoenix Debuts New Mobile Career Unit
The City of Phoenix premiered its new Mobile Career Unit (MCU) on Wednesday, with a ribbon-cutting celebration at Cesar Chavez Library. The state-of-the-art, 38-foot-long RV is designed to connect employers with residents seeking job opportunities. One of the key features of the MCU is that it is fully equipped with technology that provides hands-on resources to support job … [More]
EMT Training Program Ramps Up in Arizona to Beat Shortage
In response to the critical shortage of emergency medical technicians (EMTs), Unitek EMT moved to a larger campus and added more starts dates for its 14-Day EMT Boot Camp. This year, Unitek EMT launched a Basic EKG Class and a seven-week evening course to provide more opportunities for aspiring EMS professionals. "Unitek's dedication to initial and continuing education is … [More]
Arizona Launches Aerospace & Defense-Focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator in Mesa
The Accelerator at Chandler-Gilbert Community College will offer hands-on training in aerospace and defense manufacturing
With a growing and skilled workforce, top education institutions and global industry leaders, Arizona launched the latest training facility for its nationally-recognized workforce development program. Joined by industry, education, and government leaders, Governor Katie Hobbs today announced the launch of an aerospace & defense-focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator at … [More]
ASU and MLB Announce Educational Partnership for Athletes
The Partnership will allow MLB players to earn GED, degrees and certificates to provide skills for post-baseball careers
Arizona State University has announced a new educational partnership with Major League Baseball that will offer professional athletes the opportunity to succeed in their post-baseball careers. Through the new MLB +ASU Education Partnership, players can pursue online education in any state through ASU and its partners, including English proficiency via Global Launch. High school … [More]
Alliance Formed to Strengthen Arizona’s Workforce Ecosystem
Collaboration expands career pathways and industry engagement to prepare Arizona’s future workforce
The Arizona Education Economic Commission (AEEC) announced a strategic alliance with Pipeline Connects, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing career pathways and workforce development in Arizona. This collaboration will strengthen efforts to bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring students and job seekers can seamlessly transition into high-demand careers. The … [More]
New Nonprofit Centralizes Access to Arizona’s Workforce Ecosystem
Pipeline Connects, a new Arizona nonprofit, has been established to support the mission of the trusted career and employment platform, PipelineAZ, to empower Arizona’s workforce by bridging talent, education, industry and community within the state’s career ecosystem. The PipelineAZ platform serves as a single point of access and awareness of in-demand career pathways and … [More]
High School District and Nonprofit Partner to Launch Innovative High School Model
Junior Achievement of Arizona and Phoenix Union High School District will hold a press conference on Feb. 12 at 9:30 a.m. at Cesar Chavez High School, to 3921 W. Baseline Road, Laveen, AZ 85339, to announce a new educational instructional model for students and educators at Cesar Chavez and Alhambra High Schools set to begin in the 2025-26 school year. Called 3DE by Junior … [More]
Survey Finds 1 in 4 Hiring Managers Say Recent Grads Are Unprepared for the Workforce
Negative perceptions of recent college graduates persist, with concerns about work ethic, preparedness, and professionalism
Intelligent.com, a platform dedicated to helping young professionals navigate the future of work, has released findings from a December 2024 survey examining hiring managers’ attitudes toward recent college graduates. The survey of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers involved in entry-level recruitment reveals significant skepticism about recent grads’ readiness for the workforce, with … [More]
Hybrid-Remote Workers: Arizona among the Best States to Live
New research has revealed the best states for hybrid-remote workers, with Arizona ranking second. Work management experts at Asana analyzed 16 factors across six categories in each state: internet access and affordability, hybrid-remote work opportunities, cost-of-living, housing expenditure, access to amenities, and commuting factors, to create an index revealing the best … [More]
Investing in Arizona’s Workforce: Weatherization as a Business Opportunity
Arizona is at a crossroads of opportunity. As energy demands rise and sustainability becomes a priority, the Arizona Department of Housing’s (ADOH) longstanding Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) presents a unique avenue for workforce development and business growth. The WAP has been in play since 1977 and has been the driver for energy efficiency standards and practices … [More]
New Commercial Refrigeration Training Course in Phoenix Launches to Meet Growing Industry Demand
National Technical Institute (NTI), a state approved trade school offering training programs in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, announces the official launch of its Commercial Refrigeration Training program at its Phoenix location. This specialized course is designed to prepare students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills essential for successful careers in the … [More]
Financial Struggles Stop 40% of Arizona Residents from Pursuing Dream Job
Our survey uncovered that one in three Americans face economic barriers in pursuing their ideal careers, with 33% naming financial constraints as the top obstacle when chasing their dream. For many, the price tag attached to achieving their dream job – whether it's the cost of education, business startup costs, or unpaid opportunities – is too steep. But what else is holding … [More]
