Emplyment News

Find Collective Bargaining Resources at the WORK Center   In recent weeks, we’ve seen real-life examples of how collective bargaining helps build an economy that works for all. When workers know their rights and have a seat at the table, it raises the standard for everyone. That relationship is reflected in federal labor law: both the National Labor Relations Act

10 Growing Jobs That Pay Well and Don’t Need a 4-Year Degree En español If you’re thinking about starting a new career, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics can help you understand the demand for different occupations, what kind of education or training you’ll need and how much they may pay. For example, our data show that – as

Registered Apprenticeship: Earn While You Learn Transitioning service members often face the challenge of relating their military experience to careers in the private sector. Here’s the good news: the earn-while-you-learn model of Registered Apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity for veterans starting their civilian careers. Registered Apprenticeships are industry-driven programs that offer a mutually-beneficial arrangement for both employers and employees. Apprentices

Speak Up, Save Lives: MSHA Has Your Back En español   There have been far too many fatal mining accidents across the country this year. Too many miners have been injured on the job. And many are still getting sick and suffering from preventable illnesses such as silicosis and black lung disease. The Mine Act, as amended by the Miner

Registered Apprenticeship: Superhighway to Good Jobs Today kicks off the 9th Annual National Apprenticeship Week which runs through Friday, Nov. 19! National Apprenticeship Week is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers and government leaders unite to raise awareness of the vital role of Registered Apprenticeship. We have given this year’s National

Jeannie’s Courage to Stand Up for Her Rights Paid Off When Jeannie Ayer called the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division about potential violations committed by her employer, she wasn’t sure what to expect. She had worked for years as a home care worker for Your Comfort Zone Inc., a home care company operating in New Hampshire and Vermont

Improving Data to Support the Home- and Community-Based Workforce This November, as we honor National Family Caregivers Month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Labor are also recognizing the paid workforce that provides essential home- and community-based services to millions of older adults and people with disabilities.  Without access to these critical

A Long Overdue Update for Retirement Savings Protections When you’re saving for retirement, there are lots of important decisions you need to make. It can feel overwhelming to think about your financial future and navigate the world of complex financial products. There’s an entire industry of investment professionals who advertise themselves as trusted experts who can help you prepare to

How Mexico is Bringing Child Labor Out of the Shadows Secretary of Labor and Social Protection Marath Bolaños López reaffirmed his government’s deep commitment to eradicating child labor. We cannot effectively fight child labor without data. If we don’t know the scope, the location and the nature of the problem, we aren’t going to be able to deliver effective policy

How IUPAT’s Bridge Programs Open Doors to Good Jobs Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility programs are imperative for creating a work environment where all workers can pursue and achieve their fullest potential. As part of their commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades recently launched their Bridge Programs, a unique approach to improving job