Author: Chalesah Gonzales

On September 16, 2025, as part of Workforce Development Month, workforce centers across the Metro area hosted a multi-county in-person career fair with four locations: Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, Adams County, Boulder/Broomfield, and Jefferson County.

At the Arapahoe/Douglas Works! location, there were 20 employers and over 150 job seekers that participated. Both employers and job seekers shared positive feedback about the event, with many new connections made and opportunities explored.

Career fairs like this showcase the strength of regional partnerships and the commitment to building thriving communities by connecting businesses with the talent they need.

Thank you to all who participated and made this event such a success!

This year’s Parents to Work Accomplishment Ceremony was nothing short of inspiring, joyful, and memorable. The evening came alive with an introduction from Workforce Director and Division Manager, Sasha Easton, whose remarks highlighted the program’s purpose, impact, and unwavering dedication to participants. 

Check out the latest job openings in Arapahoe and Douglas Counties! These jobs were posted in the last two weeks, so don’t miss your chance to find a great opportunity near you. There are over 500 jobs on this list.

From June 2 to June 5, nearly 30 young adults took part in an impactful four-day Summer Boot Camp hosted by Arapahoe/Douglas Works! as part of the Governor’s Summer Job Hunt initiative. Focused on equipping 14–18-year-olds with the tools to find, land, and thrive in their first jobs, the camp was a powerful blend of career exploration, skill building, and hands-on experience. 

On Wednesday, February 12, in Aurora, CO, the Parents to Work (PTW) team hosted its Coffee with PTW event, designed to equip unemployed participants with essential workforce insights, direct employer connections, and strategies to overcome barriers. This event provided participants with key job search tools to enhance their career prospects.

On October 18, 2024, at the Carriage House at the Governor’s Mansion to recognize outstanding employers and young adults from workforce centers across Colorado! Each year, workforce center staff nominate employers who provide high-quality summer jobs and internships along with young adults who make an impact in their roles.

Evans’s journey from Ghana to the United States was marked by determination and resilience.

In an era where traditional print media is facing challenges, one publication in the Denver metro area is defying the odds through collaboration and innovation.  OutFront Magazine (OFM), a free printed publication dedicated to local events, current topics, and issues impacting the Denver metro area and the LGBTQ+ community, found itself in a predicament familiar to many print publications: the need for additional writers, editors, and staff positions without the funding to support it.

April is Financial Literacy Month!  That means it’s a special time to learn more about money.  Financial literacy is all about understanding how to use money wisely.

The second quarter 2024 labor supply/demand report delivers a comprehensive overview of the employment landscape in the Metro Denver area. The report analyzes job hires, separations, and layoffs in the U.S. and Colorado, emphasizing trends like new unemployment trends claims and business applications. It sheds light on a labor supply deficit, featuring top hard skills, certifications, software skills, and companies in demand.