Imagine...
...a unique and immersive experience unlike any other workforce initiative inspiring students, educators, employers and families.
...empowering students from all abilities & backgrounds.
That’s Career Jam™ the most powerful workforce solution.
Check out scenes from Career Jam!
Watch as over 2,000 eighth & ninth graders explore local careers pathways through hands-on skills demos!
Highlighting career pathways early influences courses of study and shapes the ed-to-workforce pipeline.
School Districts
Dynamic and unforgettable career exploration & enrichment programs to inspire your students' imaginations regarding what careers are possible in your region.
Employers
Shape & Build
YOUR FUTURE WORKFORCE!
Career Jam provides unique opportunities for students, educators and families to learn about diverse career pathways in your community.
Economic & Workforce Development Organizations
Build a sustainable workforce pipeline to promote business retention and expansion (BRE)
Provide a fresh approach to immediate job and training needs.
Goals
RETAIN
young talent by exposing all students to diverse local career paths.
BUILD
a sustainable ecosystem of students, employers, trades, and educators to develop workforce pipelines.
MEASURE
reach and impact to help deliver improved skill & career awareness
"We learned about new jobs and careers in the community we've never heard of before. We also learned about what it is like in the workplace, more specific than a job description. Thank you again for making such a good experience for us to learn!"
Alexis, 8th Grade
Hear from Community Leaders...
“WDI has a mission of “Growing and Keeping Good Jobs in New York.” In order to do that we must be working to engage, educate and inspire the next generation. Being a part of Career Jam allows us to do just that. Workforce development is tied to economic development and Career Jam helps to improve our region's stability and prosperity.”
Statewide Pre-Apprentice Program, Workforce Development Institute (WDI)
Crickett Thomas-O'Dell
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