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Mar 6, 2024

Robert Cherry, the CEO of the Pittsburgh region’s workforce development agency, has been appointed by the U.S. Department of Labor to chair a national committee.

Source: Pittsburgh Business Times

Partner4Work NewsMar 6, 2024

The U.S. Department of Labor today announced Rob Cherry to chair the 30-members Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship to advise the Secretary of Labor on issues related to the national apprenticeship system. Through their work on the committee, members will leverage their knowledge and experience to provide advice and recommendations on ways to use the apprenticeship training model to improve equitable access to career pathways for America’s workers and jobseekers.

Source: US Department of Labor

Press ReleasesMar 1, 2024

PITTSBURGH – County Executive Sara Innamorato, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, and other speakers kicked off the 10th anniversary of the Learn & Earn summer youth employment program with a call to action to the region’s business community to get involved. The announcement came as the Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program accepts applications for this year’s program, until June 7.

Press ReleasesFeb 9, 2024

In an unprecedented collaboration, Partner4Work (P4W) and Neighborhood Learning Alliance (NLA), have joined forces with renowned leadership training organization, Dale Carnegie, and community-focused financial institution, Dollar Bank, to launch an innovative initiative aimed at transforming the lives of underserved teenagers in Pittsburgh.

Press ReleasesJan 27, 2024

Partner4Work, the workforce development organization for Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh, Auberle, Goodwill of Southwestern PA, and Pittsburgh Public Schools proudly announce their acceptance into the prestigious Department of Labor's Youth Systems Building Academy. This recognition underscores the region’s commitment to shaping the future of workforce initiatives for young adults.

Press ReleasesNov 28, 2023

County Executive Fitzgerald announces 4Healthcare UPMC, UPMC Health Plan, Partner4Work collaboration

Source: Allegheny County

Partner4Work NewsSep 19, 2023

Gov. Josh Shapiro appointed Debra Caplan, Executive-in-Residence, The Forbes Funds, and Darrin Kelly, President, Allegheny-Fayette Central Labor Council, are appointed to the Pennsylvania Workforce Development Board. 

Press ReleasesAug 31, 2023

PITTSBURGH— The 2023 Bridge to Work Job and Resource Fair, sponsored by Partner4Work and PA CareerLink®, will feature more than 100 employers from the Greater Pittsburgh area from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  September 5 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Partner4Work NewsJun 29, 2023

Source: Pittsburgh Business Times

Press ReleasesMar 22, 2023

PITTSBURGH – County Executive Rich Fitzgerald, City of Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey, and Partner4Work CEO Robert L. Cherry were joined today by Pittsburgh Public Schools leaders, a former student intern, and other speakers to encourage area youth to apply for the Learn & Earn summer youth employment program. The event at Perry Traditional Academy highlighted the value of workforce development and retaining qualified youth to fill Pittsburgh area jobs.

Press ReleasesMar 20, 2023

Partner4Work, with Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Public Schools, will recognize the ninth anniversary of the county-wide, Learn & Earn Summer Youth Employment Program with a press briefing and open application period. Learn & Earn, a $4.5 million program, aims to prepare qualified young people, ages 14 through 24, for a successful future through six weeks of paid summer employment.

Success StoriesMar 20, 2023

Mr. Hernandez joined Landforce in March 2022 to grow his skills and establish his career interests. Through Landforce's transitional job program, which combines workforce development trianing with land stewardship employment, Mr. Hernandez cultivated his hard and soft skills and set his sights on the future, including his goal of obtaining a CDL.

Partner4Work NewsMar 20, 2023

Partner4Work News Brief for the week of March 20th, 2023. Read more about Labor Market realities, success stories, job openings and upcoming events!

Success StoriesMar 20, 2023

Ms. Zoie Pitzarella is a 31-year-old single mother of two children.  She enrolled with EARN in February 2021. Ms. Pitzarella chose to participate in the EARN program during the COVID Pandemic even though there were opportunities for her to opt out of participation. During her enrollment, Ms. Pitzarella experienced some housing barriers which required her to move.  She was able to get the resources and guidance necessary from Goodwill’s EARN case management staff to overcome housing barriers. She also found the in-house counseling program beneficial, participating in individual and group sessions throughout her enrollment. Additionally, Zoie  consistently attended the Goodwill EARN family events, and the Team always appreciates her positivity and enthusiasm!