Congratulations to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Board. In conjunction with local partners, Workforce Solutions was able to secure RSTEF funding for two programs. It was awarded $25,000 for its LEAD Internship Initiative. This program is a collaboration between UTRGV, RGV Focus and WFS to provide paid internship opportunities for 23 students. The program is designed to bridge the gap between employers and students by engaging them in meaningful paid work experience and identifying potential future employees possessing the skills to excel within their organizations.

Workforce Solutions was awarded $10,000 for its Project BUILD. In collaboration with the Rio Grande Valley Chapter Associated General Contractors, Project Building & Upskilling through Industry Level Development (BUILD) proposes to address the manufacturing and construction skill gaps by providing entry level career pathway certification/credentials. The program is expected to service a minimum of 50 individuals.