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Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is committed to helping you achieve success as a vibrant member of the Iowa economy. To that end, we offer a number of support services available for both businesses and job seekers. Our efforts include helping businesses fulfill their workforce needs; promoting safe workplaces; and facilitating a productive and economically secure workforce throughout Iowa. This is achieved through the operation of dozens of Workforce Centers around the state, Labor Market Information (LMI), Unemployment Insurance, Workers' Compensation and Labor Services. Please review the State of Iowa Social Media Policy (https://www.iowa.gov/policies ).

10/15/2026

In October, Iowa Workforce Development's Vocational Rehabilitation division continues to host webinars on topics for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). This is the latest webinar recording from October 7, 2026, titled "Accessibility in Recruitment and Retention," is now available online.

🎬 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAN6Bx3IGz8

đź“ť What if you had all the answers to a test before you took it? If you're looking for your next career move, Iowa's Labo...
10/14/2026

đź“ť What if you had all the answers to a test before you took it? If you're looking for your next career move, Iowa's Labor Market Information division and are hosting an upcoming 🔎 "Find Your Career" workshop. The answers are all there: where the jobs are, what they pay, and what skills you need to obtain them. Join the November 3, 2026, webinar at 9 AM to get answers about the 600 occupations available statewide. 🤝 Connect with your local IowaWORKS by visiting https://workforce.iowa.gov/jobs/iowaworks or email [email protected] to attend.

Iowa manufacturing is leveling up! Iowa Workforce Development’s new training initiative, Advanced Manufacturing Pathways...
10/14/2026

Iowa manufacturing is leveling up! Iowa Workforce Development’s new training initiative, Advanced Manufacturing Pathways Development (AMP’D) Iowa, announced $1.39M in initial grant awards to support new training for more than 600 workers at 16 unique businesses. Applications for additional grants will continue to be accepted while funds remain. In total, AMP’D will be awarding an estimated $4 million to support worker training in advanced manufacturing.

Meet the awardees and learn more: https://workforce.iowa.gov/press-release/2026-10-13/iowa-awards-initial-grants-expand-workforce-training-advanced-manufacturing

10/13/2026

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Spooky season is here 🕸️ and so are the sweet treats! In Iowa, there are 23 organizations that manufacture sugar and oth...
10/09/2026

Spooky season is here 🕸️ and so are the sweet treats! In Iowa, there are 23 organizations that manufacture sugar and other snackables. The average weekly wage for these locations is $1,070, with the top five hourly jobs being Food Batchmakers ($25.16), Retail Salespersons ($16.81), Packers and Packagers ($19), and Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers ($21.57).

10/02/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! It's a time to celebrate the value, talent, and opportunities available to Iowans with disabilities in the workforce. From entrepreneurship to finding meaningful employment, Iowa's Vocational Rehabilitation team is here to help.

The Career Training Physical Expansion Grant Program (CTPE) was recently announced. The new state-funded initiative is d...
10/01/2026

The Career Training Physical Expansion Grant Program (CTPE) was recently announced. The new state-funded initiative is designed to help Iowa community colleges, trade unions, and private sector apprenticeship programs expand their physical capacity to train more workers in high-demand fields. This is a recording from the September 29, 2026, informational webinar covering the grant.

🎬 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0nzL8-tu78

Every journey starts with the first step. If you're exploring career options, there's no better place to start than with...
09/22/2026

Every journey starts with the first step. If you're exploring career options, there's no better place to start than with an apprenticeship! Learn the skills you'll need for the job you're doing and become proficient in your craft.

Explore opportunities or get information by visiting: https://workforce.iowa.gov/apprenticeship/apprentice

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