When Devin found Hopeworks, he was in search of two things: financial stability, and a way to display his gifts of empathy, passion, and creativity. He wasn't able to finish his college degree because of the high cost, and he was in dire need of an opportunity to change careers from the service industry.
That was less than a year ago. Since then, Devin has transitioned from a Hopeworks trainee to a Web Intern, and has now been offered a full-time position with Softerware as a Technical Support Rep!
”When I started Hopeworks, I struggled to believe that I could make a better future for myself. Being at Hopeworks quickly changed that. Everyday you're coming into an environment where everyone is doing everything they can to be a resource to you and to let you know they believe in you.
My dream for the future is to be able to spread the knowledge and encouragement Hopeworks was able to give me. I want to show people what is possible when they set their sights on a goal and never give up.”
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 […]
