Connect Tri-Cities – At a Glance
The Tri-Cities is full of exciting opportunities to build careers! Connect Tri-Cities 2019 will bring job seekers, policy makers, educators, labor, Tribes, veterans and industry together to build the local workforce of the future.
Connect Tri-Cities 2019 is designed to enable career paths and job connections through:
EDUCATORS
Representing regional high schools, community colleges and state-wide universities. Understand STEM-related initiatives and access to Washington State Opportunity Scholarships.
ORGANIZED LABOR
16 labor unions with over 20 real-world interactive trade / craft displays. Understand apprenticeships and a wide range of specialized jobs.
VETERANS
Leadership from groundbreaking veterans organizations. Understand how to translate military training to industry job needs through Helmets to Hardhats and more.
EMPLOYERS
A wide range of community employers. Understand opportunities with the Hanford cleanup mission, careers in manufacturing, national laboratories, small businesses and more.
TRIBES
Leadership from four local Tribes. Understand their experience with Hanford cleanup and environmental compliance while leveraging specialized skills and partnerships.