Quarterly Philadelphia Labor Market Report
By Fall 2023, Philadelphia’s economy has emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic tasked with navigating the “new normal”. While overall employment has recovered at or beyond
November 14, 2023
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2023-2024 High Priority Occupations List
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Workforce System has established High Priority Occupations (HPOs) as one component of Pennsylvania’s industry-driven approach to workforce development. The purpose of
September 28, 2023
When To Apply for a Union Apprenticeship?
Just like colleges, many unions have deadlines to apply for their apprenticeship programs, so plan ahead! Use this chart to see the best month to
December 8, 2022
The Apprenticeship Landscape in Philadelphia: Successes, Inequities, and Recommendations for Improvement
In this brief, apprenticeships that were started between the beginning of 2015 and the end of 2021 in Philadelphia are discussed. The Registered Apprenticeship Partners
November 8, 2022
Leveraging Investments Increase Access to Opportunities for Philadelphia Residents
William Penn Foundation awards Philadelphia Works and the City of Philadelphia’s Adult Education Division $2.5M to build an integrated adult workforce/education system Philadelphia, PA —
September 20, 2022
Good Jobs Challenge Overview Webinar
About this event Philadelphia Works (PhilaWorks) and the Southeastern PA Workforce Development System extended an invitation for all stakeholders to attend the Good Jobs Challenge
September 13, 2022
Good Jobs Challenge Grant Presents Southeastern Pennsylvania with Unique Opportunity for Equitable Growth
How $22.8 million will change the narrative for thousands in our region Philadelphia, PA — On August 3, when the US Economic Development Administration (EDA)
August 23, 2022
2021-2022 Recovery Occupations: Our Strategy for Investment
Based on labor market analysis and current conditions, our strategy for investment during recovery.
July 29, 2021
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local and Regional Plan for Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Program Years 2021-2024
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) establishes an integrated workforce system designed to meet the needs of businesses and job seekers. In accordance with
July 9, 2021
Philadelphia: An Executive Summary of Economic and Demographic Trends
The economic and demographic characteristics of Philadelphia residents have shifted rapidly over the past decade. Population and employment growth, increases in educational attainment, and decreases in the overall poverty rate have all transformed the way our city functions.
May 10, 2021