Iowa Workforce Development

It might surprise you that 40% of Iowa high school seniors plan to go directly into the workforce after graduation. Ankeny Community School District, in collaboration with the Greater Des Moines Partnership, recently held its first Senior Hiring Event, with ready to speak directly with grads for job opportunities. Grads seeking full-time positions explored Work-based Learning and many other !

📰 Learn more about the event and what the experience was like by visiting: https://workforce.iowa.gov/blog/2026-05-21/senior-hiring-event-bridges-gap-between-students-and-real-world-opportunities

Senior Hiring Event Bridges the Gap Between Students and Real-World Opportunities Each spring marks a season for change – and in the case of Iowa’s next generation, a time to explore available pathways after high school.

Join Iowa's Vocational Rehabilitation division with a role as a Rehabilitation Counselor in Waterloo, IA! You'll work with individuals with disabilities to connect them to meaningful employment, partner with businesses to remove workforce barriers, and connect with employers to achieve workforce goals. The annual salary is $55,868.80 - $84,676.80. Applications close on May 21, 2026.

✅ Apply now by visiting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/5280313/rehabilitation-counselor-waterloo