Portland Workforce Alliance

Check out the highlights from the 20th Anniversary NW Youth Careers Expo! The students had a BLAST engaging in all the opportunities from the day and networking with local professionals.👏 Thanks to everyone who showed up in support of our students and future workforce! #PWAExpo

Shoutout to our amazing Expo Breakfast speakers: Dr. Ann E. Cudd, President of Portland State University, and Andrew Colas, President & CEO of Colas Construction. You owned the stage! #PWAExpoBreakfast

The Careers Expo is less than a week away, and we're getting pumped! This event is made possible through support from our sponsors. Here's a spotlight on our Diamond sponsors for this year, thank you for supporting our students! @MtHoodCommunity @OnPointCU @PortlandGov @USArmy

The 20th Anniversary NW Youth Careers Expo is next week! We're excited to reconnect with everyone at the Breakfast and on the Expo floor. Check out the highlights from last year to get you pumped! youtu.be/9xRZnKhOms0

Today we take comfort in knowing that Kevin Jeans Gail, PWA’s founding director and a mentor to so many, is at peace. We love you, Kevin. oregonlive.com/living/2023/12…

In November and December our Career Day students explored careers including tech and engineering with @MicrochipTech and @awscloud, retail and design with @UnderArmour, journalism with @Oregonian and public service @MultCoElections. Thank you to our Career Day hosts and students!

Thank you to @Boeing for their generous grant and support of PWA's work! Through this partnership, Portland-area students can experience valuable learning opportunities and continue working towards their career aspirations. #PWA #BoeingPartner

PWA is seeking a student-centered Communications & Program Coordinator to join our team! ✨ Click the link in our bio to learn more and apply! Application period will close when position is filled.

Special thanks to @helloupswell @wearefine @WiedenKennedy @zibapdx @instrument for coaching and inspiring high school students this summer. #mentorship #CreativeCareers

Highlights from the Creative Careers Mentor Program! 🎨 Students had a blast visiting different agencies and seeing the behind-the-scenes work of professional creatives. Thank you to all our educators and volunteers for making this program a success! #PWA #CreativeCareers

@PortlandCCwill host their Trades Career Fair next week Thursday on May 25th from 11-1pm! Employers are looking forward to meeting with students (new upcoming talent)!

Join us for our end of the year celebration at @Oakshire! 🍻 All day $1 from every pint sold and 10% of all online sales will be donated to PWA. Raffle tickets will be available for a chance to win a package worth $600 in prizes. Purchase tickets using the link in our bio! #PWA

Paid summer opportunity 🚨 Applications for PWA's Summer Career Academy are now open! During this mentorship, students will connect with inspiring women from multiple career pathways and develop advanced job skills. Apply by May 31 for priority consideration. Link in bio!➡️

Paid summer opportunity 🚨 Applications for PWA's Creative Careers Mentorship are now open! During this four-day mentorship, students will experience the behind the scenes at Portland creative agencies. Apply by May 31 for priority consideration. Link in bio! ➡️

Highlights from yesterday's Career Day at @ZGFArchitects! Thank you to all the ZGF employees who helped make this day a success and for inspiring our young prospective architects.🎨 #PWACareerDays

Are you excited for the upcoming Career Days? We have an exciting lineup for the next two months, and you can check them out + register here: portlandworkforcealliance.org/events/

Shoutout to our Diamond sponsor @PortlandCC! At the Expo Breakfast, PCC President Dr. Adrien Bennings shared inspiring words to attendees. On the Expo floor, PCC was there with their teal banners, swag, and even a balloon arch. Thank you PCC for your support at the Expo! 🥳🙌

Exciting news! We've got a great Career Day lined up with @hyattregency on April 11th! Learn more and register at the link: tinyurl.com/56zmyswc

Women in Construction Career Panel with @ACEMentorOregon is tomorrow! Sign up and learn more here: portlandworkforcealliance.org/event/women-in…

We asked Aida once for the best career advice she ever received. She said, "It is difficult to choose! This one has stayed with me: ‘Don’t be afraid to try something new, give yourself a chance and it will open many doors.’" Learn more about Aida here: portlandworkforcealliance.org/meet-a-board-m…

PWA is mourning the community's loss of Aida Aranda, training director of OSILETT. She was a PWA board member, longtime Careers Expo volunteer and tireless advocate of career exploration, apprenticeships and hands-on learning. We will miss you, Aida.