Partner In Employment

Partner In Employment Partner In Employment serves refugees and immigrants in South King County by tailoring its programs

Partner in Employment (PIE) serves the Somali, Burmese, Bhutanese, Rohingya, East African, West African, Central African, Iraqi, and Afghan communities living in Seattle. Refugees and immigrants are faced with the overwhelming challenge of learning to operate professionally in a culture often vastly different from their own. The US job market can be a confusing barrier as one learns how to apply f

or jobs, interview, and accept positions. These challenges have been found to result in many immigrant communities being left behind, financially. Data on foreign-born adults (aged 18-64), living in Seattle, indicates that, of those who have Limited English Proficiency (LEP), only 14.2% are actively employed. At the same time, one-half of King County population growth is driven by foreign-born individuals. The fact that many of the businesses Washington State residents depend on are owned by immigrants and refugees, yet their contribution to the economy continues to go unrewarded is a major indicator that barriers to a successful, empowered adjustment to life in America are still present.
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For this reason, PIE is committed as ever to its mission of providing culturally relevant assistance to its clients. Additionally, PIE prioritizes working with ethnically diverse business owners, and community members, to create opportunities for King County's Emerging Communities.

Weโ€™re excited to share that PIEโ€™s Executive Director, Hien Kieu, was invited to the latest All In podcast! ๐ŸŽคHien shares ...
08/31/2026

Weโ€™re excited to share that PIEโ€™s Executive Director, Hien Kieu, was invited to the latest All In podcast! ๐ŸŽค

Hien shares how Partner in Employment creates pathways to good jobs for immigrant and refugee communities across the Seattle/Tacoma area, including our dynamic pre-apprenticeship partnership with Machinists Institute, which has helped prepare many clients for registered apprenticeships and machining careers.

She also highlights the importance of strong partnerships and putting learners at the center of the work. ๐Ÿ’™

๐ŸŽง Listen to the episode:

In this episode, host Marc Goldberg interviews two dedicated apprentices with the Machinists Institute โ€” Tristen Herbig and Kristin Mayer โ€” along with Shana Peschek, Machinists Institute's founding Executive Director and current Training & App...

Our team had a wonderful day at Vashon Island enjoying great food, team games, lots of laughter, and beautiful views. ๐ŸŒŠโ˜€...
08/24/2026

Our team had a wonderful day at Vashon Island enjoying great food, team games, lots of laughter, and beautiful views. ๐ŸŒŠโ˜€๏ธ

Taking time to step away from our daily routines and reconnect as a team reminded us how important it is to support and appreciate one another. These moments help us recharge, strengthen our connections, and come back ready to do what we love mostโ€”serving and supporting our community. ๐Ÿ’š

Grateful for our incredible team and the work we get to do together! ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

๐ŸŒŽโœจ Happy International Youth Day! โœจToday, we celebrate the dreams, talents, and potential of young people โ€” including th...
08/12/2026

๐ŸŒŽโœจ Happy International Youth Day! โœจ

Today, we celebrate the dreams, talents, and potential of young people โ€” including the many young immigrants who are building new futures in our communities. ๐Ÿ’™

At PIE, we are committed to supporting immigrant youth with opportunities, employment services, and the resources they need to thrive. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’ผ

Together, we celebrate their potential and the bright future ahead! ๐ŸŒŸ

Last week, our RYMP youth had an incredible day at the Museum of Flight! From a guided tour and virtual reality to watch...
08/04/2026

Last week, our RYMP youth had an incredible day at the Museum of Flight! From a guided tour and virtual reality to watching the Blue Angels practice, it was a fun day of learning and new experiences.

Want to help create more moments like this? Become a volunteer mentor with the Refugee Youth Mentorship Program (RYMP)!

โœจ Support a young person as they navigate school and life in the U.S.
โœจ Build confidence and lasting connections.
โœจ Make a meaningful impact with just a few hours each month.

Mentor Requirements:
โœ”๏ธ 21+ years old
โœ”๏ธ Fluent in English
โœ”๏ธ Meet with your mentee once a month in person and check in weekly by text
โœ”๏ธ Reliable transportation
โœ”๏ธ 6-month commitment

๐Ÿ“ฉ Interested? Contact Jennifer at [email protected] to learn more or apply!

๐ŸŒฟ Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers! ๐Ÿ’šA huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Summer 2026 Environmental Vol...
07/29/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Thank You to Our Amazing Volunteers! ๐Ÿ’š

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Summer 2026 Environmental Volunteer Event!

Together, we removed approximately 500 square feet of invasive species, helping protect and restore our local natural spaces. Your hard work and dedication made a real impact, and we couldn't have done it without you.

Thank you for being part of this important work and for caring for our community and the environment.

We look forward to seeing you at our next volunteer event! ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ’ช

Looking for a job or ready to take the next step in your career?Partner in Employment offers employment services designe...
07/21/2026

Looking for a job or ready to take the next step in your career?

Partner in Employment offers employment services designed to help refugees and immigrants achieve their career goals. Our team can assist with job search support, resume development, interview preparation, career guidance, and connections to training and employment opportunities.

Whether you are looking for your first job in the U.S. or seeking a new career path, we are here to help.

Contact us today to learn more about our Employment Services Program!

Support Our Mission ๐Ÿ’™Every donation makes a difference.Your support helps immigrant and refugee families access employme...
07/17/2026

Support Our Mission ๐Ÿ’™

Every donation makes a difference.
Your support helps immigrant and refugee families access employment services, training opportunities, mentorship, and resources that help them build a brighter future.

Together, we can create opportunities, strengthen our community, and help families thrive.

Donate here ๐Ÿ‘‰https://www.partnerinemployment.org/donate/

Housing Stabilization Services ๐Ÿ A stable home is the foundation for success.Our Housing Stabilization Services help indi...
07/15/2026

Housing Stabilization Services ๐Ÿ 

A stable home is the foundation for success.
Our Housing Stabilization Services help individuals and families connect with resources, navigate housing challenges, and work toward long-term stability.

If you or someone you know could benefit from support, we're here to help.

07/10/2026

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19530 International Boulevard South Suite 108
Seatac, WA
98188

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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