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National Apprenticeship Week. Nov 17-23, 2024

Registered Apprenticeship: 10 Years of Engagement, Expansion and Innovation

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Start making better, faster hiring decisions in under 15 minutes

Several workers sit and talk with Acting Secretary Su at The Venetian Resort. One worker’s red shirt, seen from the back, has the words “Culinary Union #226. Unite Here! Bartenders Union #165.”

New data shows workers want unions – and we support them

President Joe Biden, flanked by union members and labor leaders, signs an Executive Order to promote good jobs. Signs around him say "Investing in America" and "Good jobs, better pay." (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz)

Why workers and employers needed a Good Jobs Executive Order

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Regardless of the Super Bowl Score, We’re Making Sure Arizona’s Workers are Winners

Eric Murray - Feb 07, 2023
Big sporting events create opportunities to take advantage of vulnerable workers, so we must stay vigilant to uphold their rights.

Ron Vargas, smiling, with manufacturing machinery and tools behind him

I am DOL: Ron Vargas on Helping Workers Train for Good Jobs

Office of Human Resources - Feb 06, 2023
Meet Ron Vargas, a federal project officer who helps make sure that workers have access to the education and training they need for family-sustaining careers.

January 2023: +517,000 jobs added. 3.4% unemployment rate. BLS | dol.gov

January 2023 Jobs Report: More Strong, Steady Growth

Secretary Marty Walsh - Feb 03, 2023
With 12.1 million jobs added since President Biden took office and a monthly average of 356,000 jobs over the past three months, we began 2023 with more strong, steady job growth that benefits workers and their families.

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Joint Workforce Investment: The Transit Industry Taking Labor-Management Partnership Programs on the Road

Andrew Hasty, Darnice Marsh - Feb 02, 2023
We sat down to interview Jamaine “G” Gibson and Lisa Vickery about their experiences with Joint Workforce Investment.

Black History and Labor History – Test Your Knowledge

Office of Public Affairs - Feb 01, 2023
Test your knowledge with our Black History Month labor trivia challenge.

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How We're Protecting Miners - in 2023 and Beyond

Chris Williamson - Jan 31, 2023
A look at our major initiatives in 2022 to protect miners' safety and health and a look at what's coming up for 2023.

A Recipe for Success

Office of Public Affairs - Jan 31, 2023
We recently spoke to Gomol, a graduate of STRIVE Future Leaders at Café Reconcile in New Orleans, on his experience becoming a professional chef.

What the Headlines Don't Tell You About Union Membership

Secretary Marty Walsh - Jan 30, 2023
Union membership grew in the U.S. last year by more than a quarter of a million workers. Here's what the numbers mean.

An open laptop, with job search icons hovering around it: a magnifying glass, a resume, a mortarboard.

Engaging the Workforce System to Enhance Job Quality

Brent Parton - Jan 27, 2023
Our workforce system can be a valuable partner in developing good jobs – and our new guidance can help them do so.

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