Wednesday, September 15, 2021 - 10:00pm
Since early 2020, the world has been rocked by triple crises: the global pandemic, the ensuing economic disruptions, and the acknowledgement of long-existing racial inequities. With U.S. unemployment sky-high, a majority of Americans are concerned about the future. The usual ladders to security - education, hard work, life-long employment - appear to have broken down.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 - 12:00pm
Join us for a weekly series of virtual events to accompany the airing of the PBS Future of Work Series. Conversations include discussion of topics involving the future of work addressing quality career paths, addressing issues of race and equity, the impact of technology, lessons from young workers, continuing to work longer, women's roles in the workplace and supporting mental health.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
How can BOCES career technical education programs help students explore in-demand career fields while still in high school?
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
Welding is a good career track that you can train for while still in high school and leads to a variety of career options.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
Machining crosses many career sectors. You can train in and explore this field while you are still in high school.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
You can train for an HVAC career while still in high school.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
You can train for an nursing career while still in high school.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
You can train to become an electrician while you are still in high school.
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 3:10pm
Automotive technician training can begin in high school through a career technical education.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 2:10pm
Meet three women that got into the craft brewing industry through a variety of career pathways.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
Warehouse manager is one of the many jobs in food production industry.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
An apprenticeship in precision optics manufacturing can lead to higher education paid for by your employer.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
Having a good job can start with entry level work and on the job training to work your way up.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
Finding a career you love that let's you learn new skills on the job as a maker was what drew Genny Kingsley to optician training.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
Starting in a career technical education program in high school, such as a culinary program, helped Jennifer McClure to follow her interests into internships and higher education leading to her role as a new product developer in the food industry.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
From BOCES electrician program to an associate in maintenance, Mike Myers was hired as a mechanic at O-AT-KA and promoted on the job.
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 3:10pm
From BOCES electrician training directly into the workforce, Rodney Hay was hired as an automation electrician. Now he is part of Love Beets USA 4 year apprenticeship program which combines classwork with experience on the job to lead to a certification.
Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 2:10pm
Meet three people that got into the precision optics manufacturing through a variety of career pathways.
Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 2:10pm
Learn about how drones (Small Unmanned Aerial Systems) are used in a variety of industries connected to a variety of career pathways.
Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 3:10pm
YouthBuild Rochester is a 9 month program run by the Urban League of Rochester that allows students to learn about construction through hands-on training and career exploration. Follow one student's journey.
Thursday, August 26, 2021 - 3:10pm
The multi-platform "Future of Work" initiative kicks off with the launch of a six-part digital series. The digital series will examine how the pandemic has impacted long-term employment trends for entry-level and early career workers. Through intimate portraits of Americans making their way through an ever-changing landscape, each episode focuses on one of the key themes from Future of Work — the gig economy, the rise of the precariat, the digital nomad, working to live, the community worker, and new opportunities — and through generations in a family, illustrating its past and present.
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 - 10:00pm
Since early 2020, the world has been rocked by triple crises: the global pandemic, the ensuing economic disruptions, and the acknowledgement of long-existing racial inequities. With U.S. unemployment sky-high, a majority of Americans are concerned about the future. The usual ladders to security - education, hard work, life-long employment - appear to have broken down.
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 - 2:00pm
Join a virtual conversation about how technology is both welcomed and feared in the workforce of the future. Co-hosted by PBS & The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Wednesday, September 29, 2021 - 12:00pm
Join a live conversation about how young workers can lead in building a more equitable workplace of the future. Co-hosted by PBS & America's Promise YES Project, this is part of the discussion around the Future of Work.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 - 12:00pm
Join a live conversation about the role of employers in creating supportive and psychologically safe workplaces. Co-hosted by PBS & Mental Health America, this is part of the discussion around the Future of Work.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021 - 12:00pm
Join a live conversation about longevity in workplaces and the factors allowing workers to learn and earn longer than ever before. Co-hosted by PBS Future of Work, the AARP, and Working Nation and part of the WXXI American Graduate offerings
Rochester College Access Network:
Hillside Work-Scholarship Connection (HW-SC) is a nationally recognized dropout prevention program that helps Rochester City School District students stay in school and successfully graduate high school ready for post-secondary education and employment. 
