PTA Goes To Work

Welcome to PTA Goes To Work. This is your gateway to navigating the ever-expanding world of information on career planning and getting your child or student on the path to an exciting and rewarding career.

Explore the valuable resources for employment, training and career information available through the publicly funded Workforce Investment System. Whether your child or student’s goal is to attend college or go immediately into the workforce, PTA Goes to Work can help you make sense of the often overwhelming amount of information that is available regarding career planning and job training..

Exploring
Your quest toward finding a job or a career – whether you’re a student or a parent – begins here.

Planning
Once you’ve explored what options are available you’re ready to get to work turning your ideal job into your real job. That takes some planning.

Career Voyages
DOL has developed an exciting new website, with the U.S. Department of Education, that provides career information and good choices for varying levels of education or training specifically in high growth industries and in-demand occupations. This site was developed to meet the career exploration needs of specific audiences including parents, counselors and students.

CareerOneStop
A program sponsored by DOL, CareerOneStop is an integrated suite of national websites that helps businesses, job seekers, students, and workforce professionals find employment and career resources. Through this site, you can also find the contact information and location for the One-Stop Career Center in your area.

Frequently Asked Questions
Need more information? Still have some questions? Here are some Frequently Asked Questions and answers.