A skilled workforce with 21st Century skills is critical to our region’s well-being and business success. In today’s innovation-driven, knowledge-based economy, access to a highly educated, skilled, and trained workforce is vital. Therefore, the quality of our education system is of the utmost importance and developing a talented workforce begins in our classrooms.
Skills in Scranton seeks to align and connect business and industry leaders with local school districts to provide students with career readiness and resources designed to develop a strong talent pipeline pathway.
Educator in the Workplace is a flagship program for career readiness and talent pipeline development. This program connects educators to local businesses and economic development partners, to gain exposure to diverse workplaces, and develop an understanding of current and future workforce trends.
Participating educators are provided experiences interacting directly with industry and business leaders to learn about industry trends, needs and opportunities to enhance their classroom instruction, student learning and career readiness.
Learn MoreEach week member businesses are interviewed on their open positions, company culture, benefits and more. Workforce Wednesday is free to all Chamber members, live streamed and shared across social media.
Watch recordingsThe Workforce Summit develops skills, educates current openings, and provides network opportunities to job seekers, students, and seasoned professionals in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Learn MoreInternships play a critical role in a business’s ability to access and build the talent pipeline. The Small Business Internship Fund was launched in 2019 to establish a college internship program designed to place our “best and brightest” students in Chamber member businesses. Through the Fund, eligible small business participants can receive matching funds per student for both Traditional and Micro Internships. If you are a student looking for a paid internship opportunity, Skills in Scranton can connect you with a member business.
Learn more hereApprenticeships are innovative training programs that allow employers to develop and prepare their future workforce while providing individuals with a learn-while-you-earn approach to career development. The benefits from apprenticeship programs are immense and widespread. Apprenticeship improves the skills of the American workforce and enhances the efficiency and productivity of American industries.