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PHILADELPHIA

Brighten Your Future

Explore local career and training opportunities—and get the tools and guidance you need to build a brighter future in Philadelphia.

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  • Philadelphia Works

Reach a brighter future—right here in Philadelphia

Exciting things are happening in Philly—and that means new opportunities for all. So how can you find and connect to a more rewarding career? You can start right here!

Get inspired by advice from real people who overcame obstacles and built the skills they needed to thrive in Philadelphia's growing industries. Then, use our tools and resources to start down your own path to success.

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Here's how you can get started:

Explore in-demand careers in Philadelphia

See which industries are hiring locally, and get a sense of what your day-to-day work could look like.

Explore Careers

Hear stories from people who’ve been in your shoes

Hear how people in Philadelphia found fulfilling work—and overcame obstacles you may be facing.

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Take the next step on your career path

Once you know what you want out of your career path, it’s time to find your next opportunity.

Find Training & Job Opportunities

Explore in-demand careers in Philadelphia

Which industries are hiring near you—and what does a typical day look like in these fields? Watch the videos below to get an inside look at local opportunities.

Hear career stories from people who've been in your shoes

We asked Philadelphians to share their advice on how to navigate tough times, find the right career path, support a family, and more. Their stories will show you how your unique experiences can help you reach a brighter future.

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I lead a nonprofit specializing in teaching young people trade skills with an emphasis on entrepreneurship.

Jordan Parisse-Ferrarini, Founding Executive Director, Trades for a Difference

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I manage the overall operations and resources for a home health care agency.

Shani George, Founder & CEO, Delta Excellence Home Healthcare

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I work to strengthen our community in Philadelphia through restorative justice initiatives.

Dawan Williams, Restorative Justice Program Manager, Mural Arts Philadelphia

Janine Spruill headshot

I lead an organization that teaches young people to use film and media to tell their story.

Janine Spruill, Founder & Executive Director, Lil' Filmmakers

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I manage communications around the priorities of Philadelphia Councilmember Isaiah Thomas and the City of Philadelphia.

Max Weisman, Communications Director, City of Philadelphia

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I'm a program operations director for a community seafood program based in Philadelphia.

Feini Yin, Assistant Director, Fishadelphia

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I teach art to middle and high school age students through a public art program in Philadelphia.

Sarah Kolker, Project Manager & Artist, Mural Arts Philadelphia

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I manage program operations for a nonprofit that works with middle school girls to keep them engaged with technology.

Danica Pascavage, Program Operations Manager, TechGirlz

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I'm the campaign manager for Nicolas O’Rourke's run for City Council.

Andre Carroll, Political Campaign Manager

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I help immigrants and refugees with ESL classes and also help recruit and train volunteer teachers.

Daniela Romero, ESL Coordinator, Nationalities Services Center

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I lead a minority-controlled accounting firm that provides assurance, tax, and advisory services.

Michael Horsey, Chairman & CEO, Horsey, Buckner & Heffler, LLP

Katherine Kuchenbecker headshot

I am an engineer and professor working on incorporating the sense of touch directly into virtual objects.

Katherine Kuchenbecker, Associate Professor, University of Pennsylvania

Take the next step on your career path

You’ve explored your interests, you’ve seen what’s possible—now it’s time to find your next opportunity in Philadelphia, and start taking steps toward your goals.

Find Work Opportunities Connect with a PA CareerLink® Youth Navigator Get Free or Low-Cost Skills Training

Local resources to help you reach the next level

Provided by your local workforce development board, these resources can help you get the training, education, and support you need to tackle your future.

Your Next Step

An interactive toolkit to help connect our community to education and employment programs.

PHL Career Portal

An online learning and resource hub to help career seekers build skills, explore jobs, and connect to training.

WorkReady

Find a summer job! Explore summer employment opportunities for over 8,000 youth and young adults.

Map out your road with the Brighten Your Future Activity Guide

This guide will help you (or your classroom!) engage with the stories on this site—and start planning out career goals and dreams.

Download Activity Guide

More ways to discover who you are—and what you want out of your career

The Roadtrip Nation Experience: An online self-discovery course

A five-lesson course for students and young adults, helping you discover your interests, explore career possibilities, and connect with potential mentors. Educators & facilitators: To implement the Roadtrip Nation Experience with your learners, please reach out to support@roadtripnation.org.

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Made possible by:

Philadelphia Works