ELK COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The newest mobile PA CareerLink unit has launched to support employers, job seekers, students and partners in counties throughout North Central Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker celebrated the launch on Wednesday, April 1. The unit will serve residents in Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean and Potter counties, where access to workforce and career-readiness services may be limited.
“Every Pennsylvanian deserves access to opportunity, no matter their ZIP code. This mobile PA CareerLink unit helps us show up in communities, connect people to good jobs and support local employers in real time,” said Secretary Walker. “This is just one way we’re ensuring Pennsylvanians have the resources they need to chart their own course. Governor Shapiro’s proposed 2026-27 budget calls for critical investments in workforce development so we can expand training, strengthen our talent pipeline, meet the needs of employers and keep opening doors for workers across the entire Commonwealth.”
Wednesday’s celebratory launch was hosted by L&I partner, “Workforce Solutions for North Central PA”, with leaders from chambers of commerce representing the six-county region joining the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new mobile PA CareerLink unit, which is the third of its kind in Pennsylvania, will be available for scheduling starting in mid-April. The mobile office is supported by the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Adult funding.
Pam Streich, Executive Director of Workforce Solution for North Central Pennsylvania, explained that the distance to traditional career centers often discourages potential job seekers.
“Theres a distance between our centers to, where people might live and they might lack transportation,” Streich said. “So we’re going to be able to take those services to them. We have a lot of opportunities in our region.”
The unit is staffed with workforce professionals who will assist job seekers in finding potential employers. They also provide support for students who are preparing to enter the workforce after graduation and offer various training opportunities.
PA CareerLink prepares Pennsylvanians to meet the needs of businesses and connects employers with qualified, skilled candidates. Individuals can register for career and training services, search for job postings and upload their resumes to make themselves visible to thousands of employers.
“In a rural region like North Central Pennsylvania, access can be one of the biggest barriers for both job seekers and employers,” said Executive Director of Workforce Solutions for North Central PA, Pam Streich. “This mobile PA CareerLink unit allows us to meet people where they are – bringing career services, training opportunities and direct employer connections into our communities. Its about removing barriers, strengthening our local workforce and ensuring that no matter where someone lives, they have access to the support they need to succeed.”
Visit the PA CareerLink website for more information on available services.