Why Manufacturing Matters in NKY
October is Advanced Manufacturing Month. Learn more about why these abundant, high-paying jobs matter in Northern Kentucky.
Leave It in Your Car or Take It with You? That Is the Question.
Iced coffee is at the center of a new hiring debate. Learn more in today’s blog by NKY Works.
Congratulations to the 2026 Workforce Innovation award Winners
The 17th Annual Northern Kentucky Workforce Innovation Awards were presented today. Learn about the winners in this blog.
Read our September-October newsletter here
This issue includes links to many workforce-development events and opportunities for employers and job seekers.
Support Upcoming Professionals: How to Be a Good Mock Interviewer
Helping students through mock interviews is a great way to prepare them for the workforce. Learn more in this blog.
People Move for Jobs and Stay for Growth: What New Research Means for Northern Kentucky Employers
Young workers will relocate for the right job, but they will only stay if there are continued career-advancement opportunities. Learn more in today’s blog.
NKY Works Introduces a Community Career Calendar
NKY Works now provides a community calendar to capture career events. Learn more in this blog.
July/August newsletter introduces Grace Riley to our team
Stay up-to-date on workforce news in Northern Kentucky through the July/August NKY Works newsletter, available here.
Beyond the Skyline: Finding Community in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
What is that makes a college grad decide to make Greater Cincinnati his home? In today’s blog, UC student Preston Simon shares his perspective and advice for encouraging more students to stay.
Read our May/June Newsletter here
Stay up-to-date on workforce development news, events and opportunities. Read our May/June newsletter today.
Rethinking Career Paths: The Rise of Skilled Trades in Northern Kentucky
Parents are considering careers in the skilled trades as appropriate pathways for their children, but harmful myths still exist. Learn more here.
Have You Heard of SkillsUSA?
Learn more about SkillsUSA and help us cheer on students competing in the National Championships in Atlanta in June.
Skills-Based Hiring produces results
Employers are finding better recruitment success by moving to skills-based hiring. Learn more about the practice - and an upcoming workshop for small and mid-size companies. Scholarships are available through NKY Works.
About Face: Reverse Job Fairs are the New Trend
Reverse job fairs where students present to employers are the new trend like a recent event at Campbell County High School. Learn how to prepare for this new opportunity to connect with young talent in this blog.