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Are you ready to find your purpose? To take what you’re good at—what matters to you, what interests you, what you enjoy—and apply it towards a great job that makes you excited to do what you do everyday? You’re in the right place. STL.works is your resource for learning about all the benefits of skilled careers (aka jobs that don’t require a Bachelor’s degree), the different paths available to you, and the resources in our city that can help you gain the skills you need to get a job that you’ll love.
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If spending 4+ years and thousands of dollars on an expensive degree that doesn’t guarantee you a job doesn’t sound right for your future, you’re not alone. Whether you’re interested in accelerating your journey to a successful career after high school, ready to explore the possibilities of changing your career, or looking to educate your child or students on the different pathways available to them, our roadmaps have everything you need to get started.
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High-paying skilled careers that don’t require a bachelor’s degree represent over half of the job market—and these jobs are available across a wide range of industries and skillsets. Learn more about the paths you can pursue and find the one that speaks to you!
Find a rewarding, captivating, fast-paced career where you can use your skills to make a positive difference in the lives those around you—no PhD required!
If you love to be active, enjoy designing and creating, and want every day to bring exciting new challenges, explore your options in manufacturing.
Skilled tradesmen and women built this country—and are its backbone to this day. You too can join the proud ranks of our nation’s master craftspeople.
Love to learn constantly, flex your creativity, solve problems, and be on the cutting edge of innovation? There are exciting opportunities waiting for you in tech.
N ews & Events
STL.works: A Region’s Response to the Growing Workforce Crisis
The St. Louis Regional Business Council (RBC) and the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of STL.works to address the growing workforce crisis in our region. An online hub, STL.works will act as a centralized source of information—highlighting pathways and resources to well-paying jobs in healthcare, manufacturing, technology and construction. The goal: to give St. Louisans an easier way to get the skills they need, to get the job they want and the future they deserve.
Start A Smart Career With Paric
Reconsider the way you think of the word smart. While the pursuit of a four-year degree may seem like the ticket to a well-paying job,
Attend Aug. 7: State of the St. Louis Workforce Event
On the 11th anniversary of the State of the St. Louis Workforce report, you are invited to learn insights about the full-employment economy, understand concerns
Urban League of St. Louis Job Fair
Mark your calendars for August 9-11, 2019 because for the second consecutive year, The Urban League of Metropolitan St.louis is hosting its Urban Expo and
STL.works: A Region’s Response to the Growing Workforce Crisis
The St. Louis Regional Business Council (RBC) and the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of STL.works to address the growing workforce crisis in our region. An online hub, STL.works will act as a centralized source of information—highlighting pathways and resources to well-paying jobs in healthcare, manufacturing, technology and construction. The goal: to give St. Louisans an easier way to get the skills they need, to get the job they want and the future they deserve.
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