CityWorks DC
@CityWorksDC
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We launch innovative programs that work directly with DC youth to improve their career outcomes and lead citywide initiatives designed to create lasting change.
Washington, DC
Joined January 2020
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Meet Jubei Brown-Weaver, a '22 McKinley Tech grad & CareerWise DC alum! 🎓 After 3 yrs as an IT apprentice at @Accenture, he’s now fully employed as a Packaged App Developer. We're proud of his journey & excited for others to follow! Read our spotlight:
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The 2025 DC Postsecondary Success Summit is taking place on 3/21 at @TrinityDC. This year’s Summit will bring together industry leaders to explore innovative strategies and share best practices for advancing postsecondary outcomes in DC. RSVP:
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At @usmayors Winter Meeting, our President & CEO Jennie Niles led a thought-provoking discussion during the plenary session, “Unlocking Opportunity: Career Pathways to Social and Economic Mobility," joined by @mikejohnstonco and @monroefortulsa.
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We're proud to welcome Carla Trimuel as CityWorks DC's new Manager of Apprenticeship, Recruitment, and Support! With 15+ years in workforce development, she’s a champion for student success and inclusive programs. Welcome, Carla!
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Increasing access to Skills-Based Hiring is a win for both employers & employees! 🚀 Research from @TheBGInstitute & @HarvardHBS shows a 10% boost in retention & 25% rise in salaries. Proud to work with employers in DC on improving hiring practices.
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A @dcpolicycenter chart shows that despite more job openings, unemployed people across DC are struggling to secure employment. We believe in the power of career-connected learning and apprenticeship to upskill our local talent to secure in-demand careers.
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CityWorks DC was created to address a crucial need in our city: helping the next generation secure and thrive in quality jobs across the District. As our CEO and President, Jennie Niles, shares, our mission is about creating pathways to success for DC's youth.
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CityWorks DC is proud to be featured in @BrookingsInst exploring youth apprenticeships. This piece highlights how integrating earning and learning can supercharge the development of the future workforce.
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CityWorks DC proudly supported the inaugural Maryland Business Summit on Engaging the Future Workforce! Grateful to partner with the MD Governor’s Workforce Development Board & @AECFNews to shape youth talent strategies. 🔗
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Today’s young people recognize the value of apprenticeships as a career-launching opportunity. Hear from Jennie Niles and apprenticeship intermediaries nationwide about why this is gaining traction in an @npr feature:
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We’re proud to celebrate the success of the 5th Hire Local DC Interview Event, connecting District talent with new roles at @LevyRestaurants. Over 300 hospitality and construction job offers have been made to local residents through Hire Local DC! #HireLocalDC #DCJobs
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This MLK Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King’s vision of economic equality as key to racial justice. At CityWorks DC, we champion apprenticeships to help DC’s youth of color build thriving careers, create wealth, and drive lasting economic growth.
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This past week we hosted the Hospitality Quarterly Convening, where we gathered hospitality leaders from across the District on hiring needs, industry updates, and their outlook on 2025. What a way to kick off the @kevinjclinton
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Congrats to the @DMEforDC Office of Education Through Employment Pathways on their Year One Annual Report! 🎉 They’ve set a 3-year research agenda, published on CTE access, and engaged 200+ stakeholders, including us! Check out their progress:
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Last week, 54 candidates from 20+ local education and training providers were offered Food & Beverage Roles at The Levy Group, at a Hire Local DC Hiring hosted in partnership with the @FedCityCouncil! Learn more about our Hire Local DC work here:
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Yesterday, 54 candidates from 20+ local education and training providers were offered Food & Beverage Roles at The Levy Group, at a Hire Local DC Hiring hosted in partnership with the @FedCityCouncil ! Learn more about our Hire Local DC work here:
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We’re proud to connect talented young people across DC with businesses eager to grow and thrive. Thank you to @The74 for highlighting our efforts and showcasing incredible apprentices like Jubei Brown-Weaver.
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Our Founder and CEO Jennie Niles spoke with Cambiar Education about CityWorks DC and how our organization works. Learn more about our mission to grow our local economy in DC:
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In 2020-21, Jennie Niles was honored as a Cambiar Change Agent, gaining insights to accelerate CityWorks DC's launch. Cambiar’s new videos highlight their impact, including 3 on CityWorks DC! Watch the intro here:
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CityWorks DC celebrates our first @ASU Local DC graduate, Adria Patterson! 🎓 Inspired by her own health care journey, she earned a BS in Health Science and is ready to make a positive impact. Congrats, Adria! 🌟 Read more:
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