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TWC Celebrates National Foster Care Month in May

Apr 29, 2026

This May, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is celebrating National Foster Care Month. The monthlong campaign highlights the successes of foster youth and the dedication of those who support them.

TWC Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

Apr 27, 2026

Agency Commemorates 10 Years of Supporting Employers Through ApprenticeshipTexas

Resilient Texas Job Market Shows Industry-Specific Growth as Unemployment Remains Stable

Apr 17, 2026

The total number of nonfarm jobs in Texas registered at 14,354,600 after decreasing by 8,500 positions in February. Over the year, the state added 73,800 jobs for an annual nonfarm growth rate of 0.5 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.4 percentage points.

TWC Announces Funding Opportunity for Adult Diploma Workforce Program

Apr 15, 2026

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is now accepting applications for its Workforce Diploma Pilot Program. This funding opportunity is intended to support programs that help adult learners in Texas obtain a high-school diploma, earn industry-recognized credentials, and develop employability skills.

TWC Launches TexasInternNetwork.com to Connect Employers and Students

Apr 06, 2026

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) today announced the launch of the new and improved TexasInternNetwork.com. This free, modernized platform is Texas’ one-stop shop for internships. With a faster, simplified registration process and improved search features, the site is ready to help solve staffing needs and jumpstart students’ careers for the summer internship season.

Texas Adds 40,100 Jobs in January as Job Growth Outpaces Nation

Apr 03, 2026

Texas added 40,100 nonfarm jobs in January to reach a total of 14,379,500 positions. Over the year, the state added 112,200 jobs for an annual nonfarm growth rate of 0.8 percent, outpacing the national growth rate by 0.6 percentage points.