Workforce Colorado Rural Alliance: Northwest

05/28/2026

Summer is here — find a career!☀️

Summer cash, resumes that pop, and a career game plan—all in one place.💲

If you’re ready to level up your summer, the Youth Career Program is your golden ticket! We’re not just talking about finding a random job. We’re talking about getting paid, gaining real-world experience, and mapping out your future.💰

Here is how to get started:

Explore the options. Head over to ConnectingColorado.gov to check out available summer job opportunities near you.

Connect with a career coach. Get personalized, 1-on-1 support to help you prep for interviews, build your resume, and unlock exclusive training opportunities.

Don't let summer pass you by! Click the link in the comments to connect with us.

05/22/2026

Summer is here, and jobs are waiting! If you are ages 16-24, get free local job referrals through the Governor's Summer Job Hunt. https://cdle.colorado.gov/jobs-training/youth/gsjh

Looking for a summer gig? ☀️ The Governor’s Summer Job Hunt (GSJH) is here to help! Our free referral service connects young adults (ages of 16 - 24) with employers across dozens of industries across Colorado. Find remote or local openings that fit your interests at: https://cdle.colorado.gov/jobs-training/youth/gsjh

05/14/2026

As a young adult, moving from needing help to thriving is a journey of small steps.

Our career services team can help you identify and clear the potholes—like lack of housing or transportation—so you can focus on training. Training at no cost to you.

Contact your local workforce center in rural Colorado to connect with a career coach who will help you work on these steps together!

Take that first step. Connect with a career coach by registering in Connecting Colorado, or by contacting your nearest workforce center https://wcra.colorado.gov/contact-us

05/06/2026

You have the opportunity to help shape the future of Colorado’s workforce! 🏔️We want to hear from Coloradans aged 50 or better. 😉 Your experience is one of our state’s greatest assets!

Take our Older Adult Survey today to help design future workforce support programs and opportunities across the state. Whether you are currently working, looking for your next chapter, or planning for the future, your input ensures Colorado remains a great place to work at every age.

🎁 Bonus: As a thank you for your time, survey respondents will be entered into drawings to win gift cards!

👉 Take the survey here: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8699370/Older-Adult-Survey-Colorado-2

05/06/2026

Due to weather conditions, the Leadville and Frisco Workforce Centers is closed to walk-ins today, Wednesday, May 6. You can schedule virtual appointments by clicking the link in the comments. We look forward to connecting with you!

04/24/2026

Searching for your next opportunity in Wyoming or Colorado? The Wyoming and Colorado Regional Job Fair is here!

This unique hybrid event is taking place on Thursday, April 30th. Choose to network in-person at one of 8 locations across Wyoming or Colorado, or connect with employers virtually.

Register today: https://app.premiervirtual.com/events/8d75750d-5fe0-443f-9c9a-dc3ae96db1c2/wyoming-colorado-regional-job-fair-spring-2026/attendee

We welcome and reserve the first 30 minutes of each event for Veterans, Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, and their spouses.

04/23/2026

Internships are a great opportunity for students to learn soft skills, explore careers and get real-world experience. Encourage your high schooler to apply.
For employers, providing an internship leads to increased productivity, innovation, brand reputation and provides meaningful leadership opportunities for existing employees. There is always a need for employer sponsors in all industries and for all occupations.
Connect with YVPS3 and learn how you can get involved.

Summer 2026 is your chance to earn real money, build real skills, and explore a career you actually care about.

YVPS3 is hiring paid interns this summer across 11 tracks in the Yampa Valley — from tiny home construction to coffee shops to municipal government to food systems. We want Routt County students at the table.

💰 $20/hour (up to 40 hrs/week)
🧠 Paid Intern Boot camp before you start
🤝 Matched with a real local employer
🎯 One application. Every opportunity.
🎉 End-of-summer celebration

Open to all high school students in the Yampa Valley (Hayden, Soroco, Steamboat YVHS and Moffat County)

📅 Apply by May 1 for priority placement and interviews
Final application deadline is May 10th
🔗 yvps3.org/what-we-do/student-opportunities/

04/22/2026

We are proud to recognize businesses that go above and beyond to strengthen our local workforce and communities.

Our latest Employer Spotlight recognizes for their outstanding commitment to workforce development, community partnership, and the creation of quality employment opportunities that strengthen Colorado’s workforce and local economy. Their dedication to building accessible employment pathways helps connect individuals to meaningful careers and long-term success.
Signature Aviation continues to play a vital role in growing and sustaining a strong talent pipeline.

Want to be featured?
If your organization is making an impact and would like to be considered for an upcoming Employer Spotlight, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to your local Workforce Center to get started!

04/20/2026

Our workforce centers will be closed tomorrow morning, on Tuesday, April 21, for an All-Staff Meeting.

We will open at 10:30 AM and look forward to connecting with you!

Visit our website at wcra.colorado.gov for workforce center locations and hours.

03/12/2026

Hey, local businesses! Have you signed up for Work Week 2026? It's right around the corner, and it's not to be confused with Shark Week! Attendees will include high school students, graduating seniors, college grads, and seasonal/local workers all searching for job opportunities.
Meet the candidates:
Tuesday, April 7 | 2 – 5:30 p.m. @ Gypsum Recreation Center
Thursday, April 9 | 2 – 5:30 p.m. @ Edwards Field House
Learn more and register. It's not Shark Week, it's Work Week!
>> https://tinyurl.com/3tbvj3t9

Hey, local businesses! Have you signed up for Work Week 2026? It's right around the corner, and it's not to be confused with Shark Week!

Join VVP and Eagle County School District to find local talent to fill your open positions. Attendees will include high school students, graduating seniors, college grads, and seasonal/local workers all searching for job opportunities.

Meet the candidates:
Tuesday, April 7 | 2 – 5:30 p.m. @ Gypsum Recreation Center
Thursday, April 9 | 2 – 5:30 p.m. @ Edwards Field House

Learn more and register. It's not Shark Week, it's Work Week!

>> https://tinyurl.com/3tbvj3t9