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ponca works
Building a Local Workforce for the Future
At PCDA, we recognize that workforce development is a top priority for employers in our community. That's why we created Ponca Works, a program dedicated to connecting local businesses with the talent they need to grow and succeed. We work closely with Ponca City Public Schools, Pioneer Technology Center, and Northern Oklahoma College to ensure that our workforce development efforts align with the specific needs of employers and the skills that students and job seekers are gaining through local educational institutions. By fostering strong partnerships with these organizations, we help create a seamless pathway for students to transition into meaningful careers right here in Ponca City.
Ponca Works is about more than just filling positions; it's about building a sustainable and vibrant workforce for the 21st century. Through various initiatives, we help job seekers and students prepare for their careers with essential tools like resume building, interview preparation, and skill development programs. One of the standout opportunities is the Wildcat Internship Program, which pairs juniors and seniors at Ponca City High School with local companies for valuable work experience. The program costs companies nothing and provides students with the chance to earn class credit while exploring potential career paths.
In addition to internships, Ponca Works hosts career fairs and job fairs twice a year, providing employers with a direct connection to the local talent pool. These events, which are free for businesses to participate in, are designed to promote local employment opportunities and connect job seekers with companies looking for skilled workers. We also feature digital recruiting platforms, making it easier for employers to post job openings and reach a wider audience of potential candidates.
To find ways that Ponca Works can assist your company’s workforce needs, please call the office today at 580-765-7070.
PCDA Ponca Works Program Builds a 21st Century Workforce
At PCDA, we recognize that workforce development is a top priority for employers in our community. That's why we created Ponca Works, a program dedicated to connecting local businesses with the talent they need to grow and succeed. We work closely with Ponca City Public Schools, Pioneer Technology Center, and Northern Oklahoma College to ensure that our workforce development efforts align with the specific needs of employers and the skills that students and job seekers are gaining through local educational institutions. By fostering strong partnerships with these organizations, we help create a seamless pathway for students to transition into meaningful careers right here in Ponca City.
Ponca Works is about more than just filling positions; it's about building a sustainable and vibrant workforce for the 21st century. Through various initiatives, we help job seekers and students prepare for their careers with essential tools like resume building, interview preparation, and skill development programs. One of the standout opportunities is the Wildcat Internship Program, which pairs juniors and seniors at Ponca City High School with local companies for valuable work experience. The program costs companies nothing and provides students with the chance to earn class credit while exploring potential career paths.
In addition to internships, Ponca Works hosts career fairs and job fairs twice a year, providing employers with a direct connection to the local talent pool. These events, which are free for businesses to participate in, are designed to promote local employment opportunities and connect job seekers with companies looking for skilled workers. We also feature digital recruiting platforms, making it easier for employers to post job openings and reach a wider audience of potential candidates.
To find ways that Ponca Works can assist your company’s workforce needs, please call the office today at 580-765-7070.
PCDA Ponca Works Program Builds a 21st Century Workforce
Sign up for the Internship and Career Fair at the Ponca City High School
Wildcat Internship
Juniors and Seniors at Ponca City High School are set up with a local company for 10 hours a week during the school year. This costs the company nothing, and earns the student class credit. A great way to try out the careers you’ve been thinking of.
Juniors and Seniors at Ponca City High School are set up with a local company for 10 hours a week during the school year. This costs the company nothing, and earns the student class credit. A great way to try out the careers you’ve been thinking of.
Ambassador Program
The best way to reach the next generation is from those closest to them, a peer. That’s why we’ve recruited and trained young professionals to tell their working story, company story and the snags along the way. Companies sponsor their young employees to go speak to classrooms, represent them at career fairs and have a “day in the life of” video made. A win/win for companies and students alike.
Girl Power
A summer STEM camp for 8th grade girls. Learning from the best and baddest ladies in Ponca City who work in a STEM career, and then getting to try their hand at some of those career skills – welding, construction, chemistry, 3D design, engineering.
A summer STEM camp for 8th grade girls. Learning from the best and baddest ladies in Ponca City who work in a STEM career, and then getting to try their hand at some of those career skills – welding, construction, chemistry, 3D design, engineering.
Virtual Tours
While getting to be inside an industry and seeing the jobs available is the best way to learn, this virtual tour option is only second to that, and much easier to get out to the most students. Learning about primary industries in Ponca City, the jobs skills you’d need to work there, and doing it all from your iPad – it’s just cool.
Ponca Works Job Fairs
Twice a year we host a job fairs at no charge to employers. Marketing, facilities, and a large group of job seekers. We also partner with the local schools to ensure that graduating students are connected with the local employers for the best possible outcome of growing our local workforce! Follow our Facebook page to keep updated on these events.
While getting to be inside an industry and seeing the jobs available is the best way to learn, this virtual tour option is only second to that, and much easier to get out to the most students. Learning about primary industries in Ponca City, the jobs skills you’d need to work there, and doing it all from your iPad – it’s just cool.
Ponca Works Job Fairs
Twice a year we host a job fairs at no charge to employers. Marketing, facilities, and a large group of job seekers. We also partner with the local schools to ensure that graduating students are connected with the local employers for the best possible outcome of growing our local workforce! Follow our Facebook page to keep updated on these events.
Digital Recruiting
Posting your open job positions on our digital recruiting platforms allows you to sift through a larger group of applicants then you could get on your own. To post your job please fill out the PDF form and email to [email protected]
