$350K grant enhances workforce training in Rio Grande Valley

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Workforce Solutions Cameron on Thursday received a $350,000 grant from the office of Gov. Greg Abbott.

According to Texas Workforce Commission, the grant supports innovative education and workforce skills training programs that lead to successful job placement, increased wages, and improved job retention in the Rio Grande Valley.

“Our team was successful in writing that grant,” said Workforce Solutions Cameron Chief Executive Officer Rafael Vela. “That one is broader—that one really focuses on high-demand jobs, high-tech jobs, and manufacturing and construction for those individuals. So, 100 individuals will benefit from that grant. We’re really excited about that and bringing that to fruition as we navigate the path in the next coming months and the next  year.”

Workforce Solutions Cameron will use the Texas Talent Connection (TTC) grant to support the Inspiring New Talent Employment Resource Network (INTERN).

This program provides 100 high school or college students with National Center for Construction Education and Research training for certification, degree opportunities, and hands-on training experience.