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Applications are now open for the Catalyze Pittsburgh Challenge!

The $1.5 million regional funding challenge is seeking bold, early-stage ideas to advance career-connected learning across Southwestern Pennsylvania. In collaboration with and King Mellon Foundation, funding is available for innovations designed to help young people connect their passions to careers in emerging industries and occupations.

Organizations in Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Washington, and Westmoreland counties are eligible to apply.

Applications close Oct. 30.
🔗 Learn more, register for information sessions and apply:
catalyzechallenge.org/catalyze-pittsburgh

On Labor Day, we recognize and honor the workers and laborers whose skill, dedication, and commitment keep our communities moving, our businesses growing, and our regional economy strong.

Partner4Work is closed today in observance of the holiday.

Register today to learn more about being a recovery friendly workplace!

We’re seeking bold new ideas to connect young people with the careers shaping Southwestern Pennsylvania’s future.

The Richard King Mellon Foundation, the national Catalyze Challenge and Partner4Work are launching Catalyze Pittsburgh—a $1.5 million regional funding challenge supporting innovative, early-stage career-connected learning initiatives for young people ages 11–18.

Eligible organizations must serve youth in one or more of the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Washington, and Westmoreland.

The first application period will run from September 22 through October 30, 2026.

Learn more and review the application guides:

Catalyze Pittsburgh Catalyze Pittsburgh is a $1.5 million regional funding challenge that brings together the national Catalyze Challenge, the Richard King Mellon Foundation, and Partner4Work.

EOS Energy is currently hiring at multiple locations!

Click here to learn more: eose.com/careers/

Looking for your first work experience this summer? 🌟

Learn & Earn gives young people ages 14-23 the chance to build skills, explore different career paths, meet professionals, and gain real world experience through hands on opportunities and industry tours.

Applications close June 5, so don’t wait, spots may fill before the deadline. Start your journey today at 🔗 Jobs4Summer.org

Learn & Earn / Workplace learning is critical for success in any career. A collaborative effort of Partner4Work, Allegheny County, and the City of Pittsburgh to deliver paid summer work experience to young men and women through a 6-week, three-tiered program.

Yesterday, we held the 2026 press conference at New Century Careers and heard from County Executive , , Learn & Earn Chair Debra Caplan, former participant Leon Wade, President & CEO Neil Ashbaugh, and Partner4Work CEO Rob Cherry about the impact and opportunities offered through the program.
 
This summer, young people will step into real workplaces across a wide range of industries, from corporate offices to advanced manufacturing and emerging tech, gaining experiences that can shape how they see their future.
 
Allegheny County youth ages 14–23 are encouraged to apply today.
🔗 Jobs4Summer.org

April is Second Chance Month, a time to recognize the importance of creating pathways to opportunity for justice-impacted individuals.

Partner4Work is proud to partner with Rasa to offer a free expungement eligibility tool!

In under three minutes, individuals can better understand what’s on their record and whether they may qualify for record clearance. We encourage our partners to share this resource with clients who may benefit.

🔗 Access the tool: rasa-legal.com/partner4work/