• Chandler Unified School District Workforce Development

    Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) Workforce Development is committed to preparing students for success in today’s rapidly evolving job market. Our mission is to bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring that every student graduates with the skills, experiences, and knowledge necessary to thrive in their chosen career paths.

  • What We Do

    Through partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and higher education institutions, CUSD Workforce Development offers a wide range of programs and initiatives, including:

    • Career Exploration: Opportunities for students to learn about diverse industries and career options.
    • Hands-On Training: Internships and job shadowing to gain real-world experience.
    • Soft Skill Development: Workshops and activities focused on communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and other essential workplace skills.

  • How It Benefits CUSD Students

    • Career Readiness: Students gain a competitive edge with industry-relevant skills and experience.
    • Real-World Connections: Build networks with professionals and businesses in the local community.
    • Early Career Success: Enter the workforce or pursue higher education with a solid foundation for future achievements.

  • Our Goal: Building Future-Ready Students

    CUSD Workforce Development is dedicated to ensuring every student is equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow’s economy. By fostering innovation, adaptability, and lifelong learning, we help students become “Future-Ready” – confident, skilled, and prepared to excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

    Together, we’re building a stronger future for CUSD students and the workforce of tomorrow!

     

  • Interested in Working with CUSD?

    Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is committed to preparing students for the workforce by connecting them with hands-on learning experiences through our Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs. We are always looking for business and industry partners to help shape the future workforce by providing internships, apprenticeships, mentorships, and other career-related opportunities.

    By partnering with CUSD, you can:
    ✅ Develop a skilled talent pipeline by engaging with students early.
    ✅ Share industry insights to ensure students are workforce-ready.
    ✅ Give back to the community by supporting student career development.

    Whether you’re interested in hosting student interns, offering job shadowing experiences, speaking at career events, or collaborating on curriculum development, we’d love to work with you!

    Let’s build the future together. Contact Patrick Brown, Workforce Development Coordinator, at brown.patrick@cusd80.com to explore how your business can get involved!