Employers will benefit by gaining direct access to local talent pipelines.
The platform makes it easy to connect with teachers, share opportunities, and shape the future workforce.
Through the hub, employers can:
- Promote careers and opportunities by posting internships, job shadows, tours, and other work based learning activities.
- Build relationships with educators to ensure classroom learning aligns with real industry needs.
- Engage students early by inspiring interest in high wage, high demand careers and developing a stronger, better prepared applicant pool.
- Strengthen community visibility by showing commitment to education, workforce development, and local partnerships.
- Support recruitment and retention by connecting with students who are motivated to enter their field.
The hub is a simple, centralized tool that saves time for employers while expanding their impact on both education and the regional economy.
Straightforward Engagement
Easily offer job shadows, internships, mentorships, and events that give students and educators a window into your industry.
Open Access
Participation is free for businesses, with regional connections made possible through Northwest Connect Career Hub.
Workforce Impact
Connect directly with students and educators exploring careers in your field, building awareness, sparking interest, and developing a strong pipeline of future talent.
Community Investment
Strengthen the local workforce by keeping talent close to home and expanding opportunities for rural and historically underserved students.
The Bottom Line
Northwest Connect Career Hub provides a simple, practical way for businesses to support students while shaping the region’s workforce, at no cost to you.
Resources
- Database of Schools and Career Technical Education Programs in Oregon
- Employer Guide to Structuring a Successful Work-Based Learning Program (PDF)
- Strategies to Get the Most Out of a Career Fair (Google Doc)
- Career Connected Learning Guide for Industry Partners [PDF]
- Oregon Career Connected Learning Website for Industry Partners
Videos – coming soon!
Video: How to sign up for NW Connect Hub
Video: How to add general company information to your directory page
Video: How to edit your directory page