A Prison Policy study found that formerly incarcerated people are unemployed at a rate of 27% – that’s higher than the unemployment rate during the Great Depression, which was 25% (prisonpolicy.org). We know that seeking a job post-release isn’t easy and this statistic doesn’t sound promising, but we…

Finishing high school can be difficult. Sometimes, traditional schooling isn’t even an option. But, your circumstances do not define your future. At HopeWorks, we believe it’s never too late to go back to school! So, why is it important to earn your HiSET? And, how do you know…

A required part of many interview processes is submitting a resume. If you don’t have job experience, have spent time out of the workforce, or aren’t sure what to include on your resume, it can be hard to create one that impresses future employers. Even getting started can…

After completing the PCD program at HopeWorks, you’ll feel prepared and capable to hold a job. But working is the easy part – getting a job is the challenge! The job hunting process is rarely easy no matter who you are. So, we’ve put together a few steps…

You’re never too old to start something new. People’s lives and careers are constantly evolving – there’s no map or timeline. That’s why having an internship isn’t just something college kids do to fill their summers. Internships are for people of all ages, and they can be  helpful…

A job is simply a task that you do to earn money. A career is an employment network with opportunities for growth, increased wages and added stability. Oftentimes, careers are associated with college degrees. But, there are many career paths that don’t require an associate or bachelor’s degree.…