“Since starting my internship at GIS I have begun training using arcgisPro. So far I’ve been watching tutorials and creating mini projects to practice. I’m excited to continue learning more about GIS and begin work on our projects.” -Dasia Wright
Dasia was introduced to Hopeworks while working at Adventure Aquarium. The night of our Annual Dinner, Dasia decided she wanted to learn more about Hopeworks and ended up starting her training right away! This month, she started her internship within our GIS department and has already proved to be a valuable asset to the team. Dasia balances her new internship with her classes at Rutgers University, as she works towards her goal of becoming a software developer. We look forward to supporting Dasia with all that she continues to strive for.
In this series, Michelle Cheang, director of Catalyze, sat down with alumni and current participants of Catalyze-supported career-connected learning programs. Through in-depth conversations, Michelle and the learners discuss their experiences, growth and career goals. In the following videos, we'll hear directly from EJ Garcia, a learner at Hopeworks, about how he has developed his career […]
This episode of The Water Online Show focuses on the water industry's workforce shortage. Hopeworks, a training organization, is addressing this challenge by partnering with utilities like American Water. Hopeworks identifies employer needs, trains young professionals, and places them in well-suited roles. This innovative approach is helping to bridge the skills gap and ensure a […]
Grace Manning leads a program helping land young professionals work at companies like Subaru. Grace Manning is director of employer and alumni relations at Hopeworks, a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia and South New Jersey, offering workforce development programs to young adults. Through training programs, paid internships, and placement services with local employers, Hopeworks helps young, diverse […]
