The jobs just keep rolling in! GIS Team member Thalia recently started a teaching position at Respond, Inc. in Camden, NJ. Respond, Inc. is a charitable organization created by community residents to enhance and promote the economic independence and general welfare of individuals and families residing in Camden City and county.
Before joining Hopeworks, Thalia was a Dietary Aid at Lutheran Crossing until May 2021. From there, she successfully completed the Hopeworks training along with her 6-month GIS internship. During this time, she worked directly with clients like Virginia American Water collecting, processing, and analyzing data.
Thalia says “colleagues and supervisors have always described me as being empathetic, compassionate and maintaining excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills”.
We couldn’t agree more! We’re confident that she will be successful in this next role and any endeavors she decides to pursue in the future.
Helping disadvantaged young adults in the U.S. to overcome barriers to economic opportunity and secured sustained long-term employment Hopeworks was founded in New Jersey in 1999 to help young adults overcome barriers to economic opportunity and build sustainable futures. Most participants do not have college degrees, and 99% of them are unemployed when they join […]
$1.2M Commitment from The Hg Foundation Enables Hopeworks’ Expansion into Two New Cities The Hg Foundation, a grant-giving charity focused on improving tech education and skills, today announced a new $1.2 million partnership with Hopeworks, a U.S. social enterprise that supports young adults into long-term living wage careers. The partnership will enable Hopeworks to expand its […]
Check out our Camden office full of energy, creativity, and hustle at our Pop-Up Shop Lunch Event! Our incredible young adults showcased and sold their original art, handmade jewelry, delicious food desserts, and so much more. From eye-catching booths to mouthwatering treats, every table told a story of passion, talent, and entrepreneurship. Proud to support […]
