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
Reach a brighter future—right here in Philadelphia
Take our quiz to discover your skills and find education, training, and career opportunities.
What do you need to take the next step on your career path? (Pick one.)
Find new opportunities and gain new confidence
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Identify your skills—and get connected to education and training that can help you build new ones
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Learn about in-demand local careers and industries through the eyes of people just like you
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Get the tools you need to take action and continue down your career path with confidence
Get an inside look at high-demand jobs in Philadelphia—from real people like you
Dig into job market data and picture what’s possible for your future
Through current workforce data and trends, you’ll uncover careers that fit your skills, desired salary, and more.
Watch candid interviews with people who’ve found their path in Philadelphia—and see where your skills could take you
I manage the overall operations and resources for a home health care agency.
Shani George, Founder & CEO, Delta Excellence Home Healthcare
I work to strengthen our community in Philadelphia through restorative justice initiatives.
Dawan Williams, Restorative Justice Program Manager, Mural Arts Philadelphia
I lead an organization that teaches young people to use film and media to tell their story.
Janine Spruill, Founder & Executive Director, Lil' Filmmakers
I manage communications around the priorities of Philadelphia Councilmember Isaiah Thomas and the City of Philadelphia.
Max Weisman, Communications Director, City of Philadelphia
I'm a program operations director for a community seafood program based in Philadelphia.
Feini Yin, Assistant Director, Fishadelphia
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
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
I'm the campaign manager for Nicolas O’Rourke's run for City Council.
Andre Carroll, Political Campaign Manager
I help immigrants and refugees with ESL classes and also help recruit and train volunteer teachers.
Daniela Romero, ESL Coordinator, Nationalities Services Center
I lead a minority-controlled accounting firm that provides assurance, tax, and advisory services.
Michael Horsey, Chairman & CEO, Horsey, Buckner & Heffler, LLP
I am an engineer and professor working on incorporating the sense of touch directly into virtual objects.
Katherine Kuchenbecker, Associate Professor, University of Pennsylvania
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About this project
This project was created by Roadtrip Nation, a career exploration nonprofit that aims to help everyone define their own roads in life.
Through our award-winning public television show, our bestselling book, and our online tools and resources, we use storytelling to help people explore and choose the path that’s best for them.
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