Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas

06/12/2026

☀️ Flashback Friday: Summer Kickoff Edition

We kicked off a busy start to summer! From a rural community hiring event in Comanche 🤝, to the Summer Youth Workforce Academy helping young people build pathways to success 🎓🚀, and a 3-day Summer Industry Experience bringing educators and employers together to bridge the gap in building tomorrow’s workforce 🏭👩‍🏫👨‍🏭—summer started strong.

Our team has also been out in the community and beyond Texas 🌎, sharing the success of our initiatives and learning from innovative workforce strategies in other regions to strengthen our local impact 💡📈.

Behind the scenes, we’re working every day to build connections, support employers, and create opportunities for job seekers across the region 💼✨.

Stay connected—follow our social channels 📲 and sign up for alerts and our newsletter 📨 so you don’t miss upcoming events and opportunities! 🔗www.wfswct.org

06/11/2026

🚨 Thinking about attending the Oracle Information Session?

If you haven't registered yet, now is the time!

Explore career pathways with Oracle and learn about opportunities in Data Center Support & Security while connecting with recruiters from a leading global technology company.

📅 Wednesday, June 17
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 500 Chestnut St., Abilene, TX 79602

📲 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. **Oracle will review all registrations and provide additional event details following that review.**

⚠️ This is an informational event only and not a hiring event.

⏰ Registration closes June 16 at midnight. Space is limited! 🔗Registration: https://eeho.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/.../events/725001/

06/11/2026

🎉 Big news!

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas has been awarded a $176,188 grant through the Texas Internship Initiative from the Texas Workforce Commission.

This funding will help place 40 participants in paid internships focused on healthcare (LVN/MA) 🩺 and construction equipment operation 🚜, providing valuable hands-on experience and industry-recognized training.

We're excited to continue creating pathways to in-demand careers and strengthening the workforce across our region. 💼

A special thank you to our employer and training partners who help make these opportunities possible and invest in the future workforce of West Central Texas.

Big news for the ! 🚀 TWC announced more than $1.3 million in grants awarded to eight local workforce development boards through the Texas Internship Initiative (TII).

These grants will create new, paid opportunities in high-demand fields like healthcare, IT, advanced manufacturing, and education.

Learn more 🔗 https://pulse.ly/avsamlmjvz

👏 Congratulations to grant recipients: Workforce Solutions Coastal Bend | Workforce Solutions Cameron | Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas | Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas | Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast | Workforce Solutions Borderplex | Workforce Solutions of Central Texas | Workforce Solutions for the Heart of Texas

06/10/2026

Ready to kickstart your career with competitive pay, fantastic benefits, and the chance to make a real impact? Join the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) as they recruit new talent at our upcoming hiring event in Abilene!

📅 Mark your calendar: June 16, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Workforce Solutions
500 Chestnut St., Suite 1100
Abilene, TX 79602

✅ Apply early and seize the chance for an on-site interview during the event!

Whether you're a job seeker, veteran, transitioning service member, or military spouse, this is your chance to explore rewarding careers with one of Texas' largest employers.

📞 Need more info? Call us at 325-795-4200
💻 Discover careers and benefits: TDCJ.Texas.gov
💻 Find job openings: WorkInTexas.com (Employer #1012090)

06/09/2026

🌟 Connecting Classrooms to Careers!

Last week, over 20 passionate educators from West Central Texas embarked on a transformative journey through the Summer Industry Experience, gaining invaluable insights into the careers, skills, and opportunities that are shaping our regional workforce.

This inspiring week featured a diverse group of employers and visionary guest speakers, delving into regional services, entrepreneurship, and work-based learning. Educators had the chance to explore employer worksites, engage with industry leaders, and discover the rich tapestry of skills and career pathways available right here in West Central Texas.

By uniting education and industry, the Summer Industry Experience paves the way for bridging the workforce gap, empowering educators with real-world knowledge to inspire their students and connect learning with local career opportunities.

A heartfelt thank you to our employer hosts, guest speakers, and dedicated educators for investing in the bright futures of West Central Texas! 🌟

06/08/2026

**Coming Up: Serving Those Who Served**

Veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and military families are invited to attend this resource and employment event designed to connect you with local employers and support services.

📅 **Wednesday, June 10, 2026**
🕙 **10 AM – 2 PM**
📍 **VFW Post 6873**
1049 Veterans Drive
Abilene, TX 79605

Know someone who could benefit? Share this opportunity!

06/05/2026

🚨 Oracle Event Information is live!

Explore career pathways with Oracle in this informational session for prior/transitioning military, early career job seekers, and experienced professionals, including opportunities in Data Center Support & Security and insight into building a career with a leading global technology company.

📅 Wednesday, June 17
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 500 Chestnut St., Abilene, TX 79602

⚠️ This is an informational event only, not a hiring event.
📲 Registration is mandatory.
⏰ Registration closes June 16 at midnight.
Space is limited!

🔗Registration: https://eeho.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/jobsearch/events/725001/?utm_medium=eventshare&utm_source=Event

06/05/2026

We’re proud to see the impact of career advising come full circle as Dr. Amelia Reeves and Amanda Elston, now Director of Pathway Initiatives and formerly Dakota Boles’ career advisor, helped share the importance of investing in rural students and communities in Washington, D.C.

Hearing Dakota share how career advising helped him navigate his path from Eula High School student to educator is a powerful reminder that these investments make a real difference.

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06/04/2026

Looking for a career that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a difference? The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is recruiting and will be conducting on-site interviews at an upcoming hiring event in Abilene.

📅 June 16, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Workforce Solutions
500 Chestnut St., Suite 1100
Abilene, TX 79602

✅ Apply early for the opportunity to interview on-site during the event.

Whether you're a job seeker, veteran, transitioning service member, or military spouse, this event is an opportunity to learn about rewarding careers with one of Texas' largest employers.

📞 For more information: 325-795-4200
💻 View careers and benefits: TDCJ.Texas.gov
💻 Search openings WorkInTexas.com (Employer #1012090)

06/02/2026

🏢 Hiring in West Central Texas?
Workforce Solutions is here to help! We provide no-cost recruitment assistance, including job postings, candidate referrals, hiring support, and access to valuable workforce resources.

Let’s connect:
📞 (800) 457-5633
🔗 wfswct.org/contactus