The availability of a reliable, skilled workforce is one of the most important factors for businesses planning to expand or relocate. That is why Ohio is committed to continuously developing its workforce and creating jobs, ensuring that employers have a competitive advantage in the 21st century global marketplace.
Under the umbrella of the Ohio Workforce Guarantee, the Ohio Department of Development's Office of Strategic Business Investments provides a variety of customized training grant programs aimed at creating and retaining jobs by improving worker's skills and abilities. The Office's training grant programs are coordinated by six Regional Workforce Development Directors, who assess the unique training needs of companies and guide employers through all phases of the application and approval process, at no cost to businesses.
Regional Workforce Development Directors are also knowledgable of the full array of One-Stop services to businesses, are able to assist with layoff aversion activities, and can provide Labor Market Information to employers considering the retention and/or expansion of operations.
The Energizing Careers Program will develop a skilled workforce by assisting companies with employee training in the advanced energy manufacturing sector. The program meets employer demand and promotes a robust green energy supply chain in the wind, solar, and biomass industries.
The OhioMeansJobs.com website provides all Ohioans with the ability to locate jobs throughout the state and aids employers in finding qualified employees. Job seekers can search the comprehensive listing of tens of thousands of employment opportunities in Ohio at no cost. Employers using the website can register through the Ohio Business Gateway, giving them the opportunity to browse through thousands of resumes at no cost - including job seekers who live within 50 miles of Ohio. Ohio is the first state in the nation to offer free access to a publicly funded online recruitment system.
The Ohio Third Frontier Internship Program creates opportunities for enriching student work experiences with Ohio's high-tech companies. By linking Ohio businesses with knowledgeable students, this dynamic program helps expand Ohio's research and development capabilities by creating a pool of innovative workers that support the needs of 21st century businesses.
