Our work together is about connections: The handshake. The hands-on. The in-person, real-world experiences that create “a-ha” moments for high school students searching for career inspiration.
PWA April 2020: Students need support more than ever
Applications Open Soon for Kaiser Permanente’s Youth Exploration Academy in Healthcare
Are you a high school student interested in a career in the health care industry? Do you want to earn money while gaining exposure to Kaiser Permanente’s integrated healthcare system?
Meet a PWA Board Member: Petra Callin
Petra Callin has served as a board member of the Portland Workforce Alliance since 2016, where she has worked diligently to connect students and teachers to career-learning experiences.
A Moment in Time: Oregon’s Challenges and Opportunities
Oregon faces many challenges. However, there are many opportunities for improvement. Career learning, both in the community and in Career Technical Education classes, is proven to help students graduate, continue their education after high school, and find their footing in the world of work.
We’ve moved! PWA has new offices
Our new offices are in Northeast Portland, next door to the fantastic community nonprofit Schoolhouse Supplies.