Are you a recent graduate wanting to connect directly with local Oregon employers or training programs this spring? Portland Workforce is opening individual registration for select young adults ages 16-24 to attend the annual NW Youth Careers Expo during afternoon hours on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center.
Meet Our Exhibitors: Expo 2025

Thank you to all of our our 2025 NW Youth Careers Expo exhibitors who have already registered! The Expo features employers and postsecondary partners representing every major sector, including health care, business, technology, manufacturing, construction, design, energy, public and human
Meet Our Sponsors: Expo 2025

Thank you to our 2025 NW Youth Careers Expo early sponsors! Your support helps further the PWA mission year-round, connecting students and teachers to career-exploration opportunities. Learn more about sponsoring the Expo. See below for our 2025 sponsors. Click here for a printable
2024 Expo Breakfast Speakers Announced

Two local leaders will take the podium at this year’s PWA Expo Breakfast on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the Oregon Convention Center. The speakers include Andrew Colas, president of Colas Construction, and Dr. Ann Cudd, President of Portland State University.
Meet Our Sponsors: Expo 2024

This post is for the 2024 Expo. The early 2025 Expo sponsors will be posted soon! Thank you to our 2024 NW Youth Careers Expo early sponsors! Your support helps further the PWA mission year-round, connecting students and teachers to career-exploration