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Department of Labor & Industry

Apr 9, 2025

Shapiro Administration launches program for bilingual workers

Governor Josh Shapiro said the bilingual pilot program will ensure the state is recognizing and rewarding employees who can speak multiple languages.

Mar 28, 2025

Lehigh Valley receiving investments for Schools-to-Work Programs

L&I Secretary Nancy A. Walker said investing in the Schools-to-Work programs bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world careers.

Mar 26, 2025

Pa. businesses look for lower premiums with loss-costs filing

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker said a reduction in workers' compensation loss costs is a step forward in supporting Pennsylvania’s workforce and businesses.

Jan 30, 2025

PA CareerLink Awareness events connect Pennsylvanians with jobs

Employers across the state have been connected with job seekers through the PA CareerLink Awareness Days initiative.

Jan 24, 2025

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate rises slightly but remains below U.S. rate

Nonfarm jobs in Pennsylvania set a record high for the 17th consecutive month.

Jan 14, 2025

Shapiro Administration announces investment to address education workforce shortage 

Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker said the Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship program is a Pennsylvania solution to the teacher shortages nationwide.

Dec 19, 2024

Shapiro Administration invests nearly $5M in workforce, industry

Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy Walker said Industry Partnerships highlight the Shapiro Administration’s investments in Pennsylvania’s workforce.

Nov 15, 2024

Pa. unemployment rate remains well below national average

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.4% in October, the Department of Labor & Industry announced on Friday.

Nov 5, 2024

Election Day: Pa. voters weigh issues

Voter turnout will be a crucial factor in determining Pennsylvania’s elections.

Oct 21, 2024

Keystone Research Center gives Pa. economy high grade

Pennsylvania’s September jobs report released by the Department of Labor & Industry earned a top mark from the commonwealth’s Keystone Research Center.

Oct 18, 2024

Pa. unemployment remains below national average; non-farm jobs reach record high

Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate remains at 3.4% in September, while the total number of non-farm jobs reached a record high for the 14th straight month.

Oct 18, 2024

New Pa. program investing in workers with disabilities

L&I Secretary Nancy Walker announced a new program to aid Pennsylvania workers with disabilities has been launched by the Department of Labor & Industry.