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How Advanced Manufacturing is Spurring Portland’s Economy
October 24, 2024
Advanced manufacturing is a cornerstone of the Portland-Vancouver metro area’s economy and a source of high-quality jobs for workers across the region. The advanced manufacturing sector includes high tech, [...]
Worksystems Remembers a Beloved Colleague and Friend
June 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we share with you that our beloved friend and colleague, Sheryl Dorton, has passed. She was a bright star in the Worksystems sky, and [...]
Worksystems Duo to Present at SHIFT Conference
May 15, 2024
Substantial recent investments in public infrastructure have created an unprecedented demand for skilled workers across a range of trades. This historical time in public investments has create a once in [...]
Quick Start Program Graduates its 22nd Cohort
May 2, 2024
“A friend sent me the link to apply for this course,” said Daniel Rojas at last week’s graduation ceremony for the Quick Start to Semiconductor training program. “And now, hopefully, [...]
Interstate Bridge Replacement Study Released by Columbia-Willamette Workforce Collaborative
April 16, 2024
The Interstate 5 Bridge provides a critical connection between the states of Washington and Oregon that supports local jobs and families and is a vital trade route for regional, national [...]
Worksystems Takes Part in Panel Discussion With U.S. Sec. of Labor on Diversity in the Trades
March 1, 2024
Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su joined U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) in Portland last week to discuss an issue that has long been front-and-center for Worksystems and our network [...]
Next Washington Co. CLEAR Clinic Session Coming March 11
February 14, 2024
The CLEAR Clinic, a popular and effective way for people to expunge non-violent offenses from their criminal record, as well as access other free or low-cost legal services, is now [...]
West Side Works Graduates its First Paid Intern
February 13, 2024
The West Side Works program is taking on the shortage of early-childhood educators in Washington County by creating paid-internship opportunities for Early Childhood Education (ECE) students. The program reached a [...]
Here for Portland Paid Worker Program Leads to Full-time Job, Financial Stability
January 18, 2024
In the bustling city of Portland, Kaleb found himself standing at the crossroads of despair and opportunity. The journey from Nashville to Los Angeles and finally to Portland drained every [...]
Next Washington Co. CLEAR Clinic Session Coming Dec. 11
November 30, 2023
The CLEAR Clinic, a popular and effective way for people to expunge non-violent offenses from their criminal record, as well as access other free or low-cost legal services, is now [...]