How is technological advancement changing the labor market?
Millions of jobs could be lost as a result of new technologies, but millions of jobs will also be created.
New competency-based frameworks can help fill the manufacturing skills gap
Through apprenticeships, manufacturing employers can produce the skilled workers they need.
Five elements of a good job
As the economy continues to add jobs, not all are high-quality.
New data shed light on why some workers prefer non-traditional employment
Around 80 percent of self-employed independent contractors prefer their current employment arrangement.
Child care support is critical for advancing job training and workforce development
A new survey shows how local workforce development boards are aiming to help low-income parents.
Four ideas to help America prepare for the future of work
How can we help Americans who may feel intimidated by technological and economic change?
How new competency frameworks can help US policymakers and employers boost apprenticeships
Well-defined occupational frameworks can simplify the development and approval of apprenticeships.
Using evidence to accelerate solutions
Researchers must advance evidence-based solutions to the challenges facing our changing workforce and social fabric.
How three states are supplementing federal funds for workforce development
Massachusetts, Texas, and Washington have diverse funding structures for job training programs.
How local workforce systems can support lifelong learning
The demand for skilled workers is surging in industries like health care and advanced manufacturing.