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Success StoriesBehind every statistic is a person with a story. Meet three BridgeWorks graduates who turned training into opportunity and opportunity into lasting careers.
Employer ResourcesInclusive hiring is not just good ethics. It is good business. Learn how forward-thinking employers are building stronger teams by expanding their talent pipelines.
ProgramsIn today's job market, digital literacy is not a bonus. It is a baseline requirement. Here is how BridgeWorks is ensuring every participant graduates with the digital skills employers expect.
CommunityNo workforce development organization succeeds alone. Here is how BridgeWorks partners with local organizations and employers to create pathways that work.
CommunityIf the idea of networking makes you anxious, you are not alone. Here are strategies that work for people who prefer depth over small talk.
Industry InsightsYoung people are rediscovering the skilled trades, and the reasons go beyond economics. Here is what is driving the revival and why it matters.
Success StoriesMaria Gonzalez went from ESL classes to managing a medical office in two years. Her story shows what happens when language support and career training work together.
Employer ResourcesHiring through workforce programs is good for your community and your bottom line. Here are the tax credits and incentives available to employer partners.
Industry InsightsGig work offers freedom and flexibility, but the trade-offs are real. Here is what workers need to know to make informed decisions about non-traditional employment.
CommunityAs 2024 comes to a close, we are sharing the numbers that define our impact this year. The results reflect the hard work of our participants, staff, and partners.
ProgramsVeterans are among the most skilled and disciplined workers in the country. Here is how BridgeWorks helps them translate military experience into civilian career success.
CommunityGetting a good job is just the beginning. Without financial literacy, even well-paying careers can leave workers trapped in cycles of instability.
ProgramsFall brings new opportunities at BridgeWorks. Here is what is new in our programs, partnerships, and support services this season.
Employer ResourcesOur annual diversity hiring report reveals encouraging trends alongside persistent challenges. Here is what the data shows and what employers can do about it.
Success StoriesAfter four years of incarceration, James Chen was determined to rebuild his life. BridgeWorks gave him the tools and support to build a career in IT.
Industry InsightsAI is changing work faster than most people expected. Here is what workforce development programs need to do to prepare workers for an AI-influenced labor market.
ProgramsYour summer internship is more than a line on your resume. Here is how to turn a short-term placement into a long-term career opportunity.
CommunityCareer transitions take a toll on mental health. Here are the resources and strategies that can help workers navigate the stress of building a new career.
Industry InsightsOur employer partners consistently tell us that soft skills matter as much as technical qualifications. Here are the ones they prioritize and how to develop them.
Employer ResourcesTechCorp dropped degree requirements for entry-level roles and partnered with BridgeWorks. The results challenged assumptions about what qualified candidates look like.
ProgramsAfter reviewing hundreds of resumes this year, our career coaches identified the most common mistakes and the fixes that make the biggest difference.
Success StoriesPriya Patel arrived in the U.S. with a pharmacy degree she could not use. Through BridgeWorks, she found a new career path in healthcare administration.
Industry InsightsThe green economy is not just an environmental story. It is a workforce story. Here are the career paths emerging from the transition to sustainability.
Industry InsightsCareer resolutions fail when they lack structure. Here is a practical approach to setting goals that will actually move your career forward this year.
Industry InsightsThink hiring stops during the holidays? Think again. Here is how to use the season to your advantage in your job search.
Employer ResourcesExit interviews reveal consistent patterns about why employees leave. Here is what employers can do differently to retain the talent they have worked hard to recruit.
Success StoriesDavid Martinez spent a decade in warehouse work before BridgeWorks helped him launch a career in web development. His story shows what is possible with the right support.
ProgramsApprenticeships are back in a big way. Here is why this centuries-old model is more relevant than ever for modern workforce development.
Industry InsightsThe shift to remote and hybrid work is not slowing down. Here are the skills workers need to stay competitive in this evolving landscape.
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