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"Work Local," Kodiak's next workforce
Forty-three Kodiak students asked to join KEDC's first paid internship cohort. Here's what that tells us about our emerging workforce, what we're doing for the students we couldn't hire, and how local businesses can help.
Paid internships at KEDC: Step behind the “STAFF ONLY” door
Ever wondered what happens behind a “STAFF ONLY” door? KEDC is offering three paid internships for current students and high-school or college graduates from 2023 onward. Gain practical experience in communications, office and meeting support, and community outreach while learning alongside fellow interns. Mentoring, career conversations and workplace visits can help you explore what comes next.
Confidence Café brings hands-on workplace practice to Kodiak
Kodiak Economic Development Corporation's first Confidence Café brought together high school and college participants beginning their careers and established professionals with more than 20 years of workplace experience on Aug 11, 2026. Participants found value in strengthening their customer-service skills, workplace communication and professional confidence through practical, hands-on training at Bean & Bloom Coffeehouse.
Private well assessments support Kodiak homes and local businesses
KEDC and RCAC provided no-cost private well assessments and water testing at 15 Kodiak Island properties. The work supported Borough households and connected residents with City-based businesses that provide well-related services and supplies.
Kodiak Workforce Forum Report: What We Learned and Why It Matters
KEDC’s Kodiak Workforce Forum report shares key themes, participant feedback, and next steps from a community conversation focused on workforce challenges, career pathways, training needs, and opportunities for Kodiak’s future economy.
What We Heard: Kodiak’s Workforce Needs and Challenges
KEDC is continuing to gather feedback from the Kodiak Workforce Forum to better understand local workforce needs. Early themes include housing, cost of living, recruitment, retention, workforce readiness, training, and the need for stronger career pathways in Kodiak.
Kodiak Workforce Forum Highlights Emerging Opportunities, Local Challenges, and the Value of Partnership
KEDC’s first Kodiak Workforce Forum brought together employers, educators, workforce partners, industry leaders, and community members to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping Kodiak’s workforce. The event highlighted workforce needs around recruitment, retention, housing, training, and workforce readiness while also exploring opportunities in mariculture, aerospace, technology, healthcare, trades, and Career and Technical Education.
Help Shape Future Workforce Conversations in Kodiak
KEDC is collecting feedback from the Kodiak Workforce Forum to better understand local workforce needs, identify opportunities for support, and help plan future workforce conversations. Your input will help shape the next forum and strengthen workforce efforts in Kodiak.
Supporting Employers and Strengthening Workforce Pathways
Join KEDC on April 28 to connect with employers, educators, and partners working to strengthen workforce pathways and support Kodiak’s economy. Kodiak employers are facing real workforce challenges. This forum brings together industry, educators, and partners to share input, explore opportunities, and strengthen career pathways in Kodiak.
Connecting Students and Jobseekers to Opportunity in Kodiak
Explore how training programs, technology, and partnerships are connecting students and jobseekers to workforce opportunities in Kodiak. Learn more about the Kodiak Workforce Forum.
Kodiak Workforce Forum: Why This Matters Now
Kodiak employers, educators, and workforce partners are invited to the Kodiak Workforce Forum on April 28. Learn how this event connects industry needs with training pathways and why your participation matters.
Kodiak Workforce Forum to Connect Industry, Education, and Opportunity
Kodiak Economic Development Corporation will host the Kodiak Workforce Forum on April 28, bringing together employers, educators, and partners to align workforce development with industry needs and strengthen career pathways in Kodiak.
Career Expo & Job Fair 2024
Kodiak Economic Development Corporation partnered with Kodiak Island Borough School District, organizations, and employers to provide Career Expo 2024: Onward & Upward for high school students at KHS, AKTEACH, and rural schools.