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Workforce Board News
The Workforce board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 9:30 a.m.
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Building Career Confidence Through Summer Earn and Learn |
Summer Earn and Learn (SEAL) is a statewide initiative led by Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas in collaboration with the
Texas Workforce Commission and local employers. The program provides students with disabilities the opportunity to gain paid
work experience, career readiness training, and practical skills in real-world job settings. SEAL is designed to
build confidence, develop workplace skills, and prepare students for long-term success in the workforce.
In 2025, in the Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas workforce development area, we had a total of 25 students to participate in the program.
The program ran from June 16 through July 25, offering seven weeks of valuable work-based learning. Participants were placed across a range of
industries in Southeast Texas.
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Southeast Texas Works Podcast! July Episode: Expert Advice on Resumes, Interviewing, and Employability Skills
In the July episode of Southeast Texas Works!, we welcome Kevin Cline, an experienced HR Professional with Unique HR, who offers practical
insights to help job seekers successfully navigate today's competitive hiring landscape.
Kevin discusses the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the hiring process-how it screens resumes and why understanding this
technology is essential. He provides clear tips on resume formatting, keyword use, and avoiding common mistakes that may prevent
resumes from reaching a hiring manager's desk.
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Workforce Connects: Spotlight on Welding at Nance Sheetmetal
For the July segment of Make Macy Do It, KFDM's Macy Meyer visited Nance Sheetmetal in Beaumont to explore the world of welding.
Macy suited up and got hands-on experience learning the basics of this high-demand trade, guided by experienced professionals on site.
Welding continues to be a critical skill in Southeast Texas, offering stable, well-paying career opportunities. This segment is part
of our ongoing partnership with KFDM to showcase in-demand occupations and inspire career exploration across the region.
You can watch Macy's full experience at Make Macy Do It and follow along each month as she highlights more careers
moving Southeast Texas forward.
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Take Note: Register as an Exhibitor for the 2026 Youth Career Expo
Exhibitor registration is now open for the 2026 Youth Career Expo, scheduled for Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Doggett Ford Park in Beaumont.
This annual event connects thousands of high school students from Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin counties and surrounding areas with hands-on career exploration opportunities.
As an exhibitor, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Introduce students to your industry and career pathways
- Highlight the skills and training needed for future success
- Engage the next generation through interactive displays
Exhibitor registration
Become a sponsor:
For more information, please contact youthexpo@setworks.org
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*Source: Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)/Texas Workforce Commission and Bureau of Labor Statistics
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