Lehigh Valley’s talented workforce is a driving force behind the region’s ranking as the No. 1 mid-sized market in America for economic development. Companies from around the world are establishing operations in the Lehigh Valley, or expanding existing operations, because the region has the talent to help them succeed. 
To strengthen that talent pipeline, Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation (LVEDC), in collaboration with educators and employers, has developed the Lehigh Valley Hot Careers Guide and Hot Careers Dashboard.
The printed Guide (download here) and interactive online Dashboard (view here) are tools, available at no cost, that provide a clear visual representation of career opportunities in the region.
Here are four ways to use those tools.
Explore Lehigh Valley Careers
Students and their families looking for a career pathway can use the Hot Careers Guide and Dashboard to explore job opportunities based on personal interests.
For the most in-demand careers in the region, as identified by employers, the Guide and Dashboard show what level of education is needed and the potential earnings.
The Guide and Dashboard are resources for staff at schools who advise students and families about career pathways.
Change Careers
The Guide and Dashboard can be tapped by people seeking to pivot in their careers.
They show the range of in-demand employment opportunities in the Lehigh Valley, in fields including advanced manufacturing; architecture and construction; business services; education and training; government, law, and public safety; health care; hospitality and tourism; life sciences; transportation, distribution, and logistics.
Find an Employment Opportunity in Lehigh Valley
People who are considering moving to the area can use the Guide and Dashboard to research how their skills match up with the career opportunities that are most-desired by Lehigh Valley’s employers. Additionally, the Dashboard links to local job boards where current jobs are posted.
Find an Educational Opportunity in Lehigh Valley
The interactive Hot Careers Dashboard (Job to School tab) allows users to choose a career and see which of the Lehigh Valley’s 11 colleges and universities and three career and technical schools offer programs that provide the necessary training.