URGENT UPDATE: tnAchieves has just wrapped up its highly successful fall Job Shadow Days, providing essential career exposure to 250 students across 74 counties in Tennessee. This initiative highlights the critical role community businesses play in shaping the workforce of tomorrow.
Throughout November, tnAchieves partnered with local businesses, offering students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in various professions. With 84.7 percent of tnAchieves graduates thriving in the state, these job shadowing events are pivotal in guiding students from college to the workforce.
During the events, students explored the daily realities of their chosen careers, interacting directly with potential future employers. An impressive 80 percent of participants reported gaining career clarity, while 84 percent recognized the skills necessary for workforce success. Additionally, 99 percent left with at least one valuable networking contact.
“tnAchieves relies on support from community partners to open doors and enhance connections,” stated Tyler Ford, Vice President of Workforce. “These businesses are raising their hands to say they believe in meeting and supporting the workforce of tomorrow…today. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to our students.”
Job shadowing hours can contribute to students’ Tennessee Promise community service requirements. To date, tnAchieves students have accumulated more than 971,000 hours of job shadowing experience. This program not only connects students to local employers but also enhances their understanding of various career paths.
Participating businesses included notable organizations such as Dollywood, Pfizer, and First Horizon Bank, among others. Each partnership plays a crucial role in building a robust workforce for Tennessee’s future.
tnAchieves hosts these invaluable Job Shadow Days every spring and fall, consistently seeing increased interest from students eager to explore diverse career options.
For businesses interested in hosting a future Job Shadow Day, contact Tyler Ford at [email protected] or call (309) 945-3446. For media inquiries, reach out to Rebecca Franklin at [email protected] or (865) 748-7767.
As tnAchieves continues to empower students and strengthen community ties, the impact of these job shadowing experiences will resonate throughout Tennessee’s workforce landscape. Stay tuned for more updates on how tnAchieves is transforming lives and careers across the state.
