On the hunt for a new job? We found a number of opportunities this week, including in Nevada, Texas, and West Virginia. Take a look.
From California: Lake County News reports Mendocino College is among a group of recipients of funds from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – and will use its share of the grant to create a marine ecosystem restoration program that supports its workforce development curriculum.
From Nebraska: Silicon Prairie News reports students can earn a robotics certification at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Innovation Campus.
From Nevada: Northern Nevada Business Weekly reports the University of Nevada, Reno – in partnership with the Nevada Division of Outdoor Recreation – has developed two programs to address the increasing demand for skilled outdoor recreation professionals.
From Texas: 6News reports the state has given a grant to Texas State Technical College for job training in accounting and auditing, surveying and mapping, office administration, and construction.
From West Virginia: WV Public Broadcasting reports a new program supports high school students – who are blind or deaf – find career pathways.
Did you miss our previous Opportunity Near You and Back to Work stories from around the country? Catch up here.
