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U.S. adds 162,000 jobs as unemployment holds at 4.1%
August hiring outpaced the average monthly gain over the previous year, with growth in restaurants, local government education, and manufacturing.
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Wes Crawford found the hard-working way in
After 82 job applications and a rain-soaked trip to an interview, Crawford earned an opportunity at AAON and turned it into a leadership role.
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Free summit will connect Oklahoma employers with workforce training partners
The Employer Microcredential Summit will focus on skills-based hiring, customized training, employee development, and stronger talent pipelines.
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Ceremonial signing marks new pathway to CPA licensure in Oklahoma
House Bill 4317 adds a new route to certification as Oklahoma works to address a shortage of accounting professionals.
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Hapco breaks ground on new Oklahoma City manufacturing facility
The 270,000-square-foot plant will expand the company’s domestic production of aluminum poles.
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Walmart, OESC to host hiring event for 350 positions
The Aug. 5 event in Oklahoma City will connect job seekers with full- and part-time opportunities offering benefits and career advancement.
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Lowe’s Foundation surpasses $60 million in skilled-trades training investments
New grants will support 10 community and technical colleges, including an expanded hands-on construction program at WSU Tech in Wichita.
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ADP: Summer hiring remains active, but young workers face tougher labor market
Teen unemployment reached 14.6% in June, while pay growth for young workers returned to a more normal pace after post-pandemic spikes.
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Express survey: Employers plan to hire, but nearly half cannot fill open roles
The Oklahoma City-based staffing company said hiring managers remain optimistic, even as talent shortages, AI, and economic uncertainty complicate workforce planning.
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WSJ columnist warns teen job market is weakening
A Wall Street Journal opinion column argues that fewer teenagers are getting early work experience at a time when entry-level summer jobs are becoming…