AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorkforce Training & Youth Pathways: Lac Du Flambeau’s nonprofit Seek to Learn is filling a local skills gap with free computer, trades, and pre-apprenticeship training. Career Exploration for Students: Qatar’s QCDC opened the seventh Career Village at KidZania Doha, bringing 40+ employers to help high schoolers map education-to-work pathways. Hiring & Skills Gaps: Arizona @ Work reports Cochise County unemployment at 6% in early 2026, with employers still needing credentials and specific skills. Paid Internships: Punjab’s CBD Youth Career Program 2026 is taking applications for a three-month paid internship across HR, IT, finance, operations, and more. Education-to-Work Funding: Connecticut won a $4.7M federal grant to expand registered apprenticeships for special education teachers and early intervention staff. AI in Hiring: A new perspective piece argues AI resume screening can undervalue human effort and authenticity in job applications. Public Sector Careers: ACT Public Service head Kathy Leigh announced retirement after 12+ years leading the agency. Employee Confidence: Glassdoor’s Employee Confidence Index hits another record low as layoffs and hiring slowdowns weigh on workers. Local Job Fairs: Costco’s Windsor job fair drew massive lines for hundreds of roles.
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