PWA Alumni Network

Join the PWA Alumni Network and get access to opportunities like networking events, mentorship opportunities and more chances to grow your professional skills and grow your connections to Portland's professional community!

What is the Alumni Network?

This group is for alumni of Portland Workforce Alliance programs — including Construction Mentorship, Creative Careers Mentor Program, Future of Nursing Mentor Program, Reynolds Career Readiness Series, Summer Career Academy, and Youth Impact Council. Connect with peers, stay in the loop on events, job or internship opportunities, and give back by mentoring the next generation. Whether you’re in college, training, or working — you’re part of the network!

How to start engaging with the Alumni Network:

Connect with Other Alumni and PWA's professional online network!

Join our volunteer events like Expo and Mock Interviews.

Get notifications from us for events like job openings, networking and mentorship opportunities!

Other Ways to Get Involved

Host a Career Day

Host a Career Day

Many Portland-area employers want to help young people learn about careers in their industry, yet they are pressed for time or daunted by the idea of hosting teenagers. That’s where PWA comes in.

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Donate to PWA

Donate to PWA

All contributions to PWA are tax-deductible. Thank you for your generosity.

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Become an Exhibitor

Become an Exhibitor

Interested in exhibiting? More than 195 exhibitors participate in the NW Youth Careers Expo!

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Become a Sponsor

Become a Sponsor

Learn about NW Youth Careers Expo sponsors and sponsorship opportunities.

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Upcoming Events

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Mock Interviews

Visit the Mock Interview Page

Mock Interviews Volunteers from the HR community and other fields conduct mock job interviews and resume reviews year-round. Most mock interviews take place in person at high schools or the Oregon Convention Center, while others take place virtually. Volunteers offer

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Read more about current and previous volunteer opportunities:

Expo 2024: Mock Interview Volunteers Needed

Expo 2023: Mock Interview Volunteers Needed!

Expo 2018: More than 150 mock interview volunteers needed

Record 1,200+ volunteers serve Portland high school students through PWA

Expo 2017: Volunteers conduct more than 500 mock interviews

Expo 2017: Help PWA promote your internships, jobs and volunteer opportunities

Mock interviews at the NW Youth Careers Expo: 160 volunteers needed!

What volunteers did this month to push up Oregon’s grad rate

Volunteer opportunity, Oct. 19: Help high school students shine in their first job interview

Volunteer opportunity: Tell high school students about your job!