Delaware Holds Career Fair to Expand Youth Pathways and State Employment Opportunities
Department of Human Resources | Department of Labor | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Delaware Department of Human Resources, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Labor, will host a career fair on February 25, 2026, at Paul M. Hodgson Vocational Technical High School in Newark. The event supports workforce development efforts by connecting students and job seekers with career pathways, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities across state government.
Delaware Department of Labor Marks Successful Paid Leave Launch in January
Department of Labor | Date Posted: Monday, February 9, 2026
WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware Department of Labor’s (DOL) Division of Paid Leave marked a successful launch in January, accepting claims to support Delaware employees, and releasing first payments the first week of February. The progress made during the first month shows the Delaware Department of Labor’s dedication to ensuring Delaware employees receive support when […]
Delaware Department of Labor Publishes New Economic Articles Highlighting Delaware’s GDP and Future Workforce Trends
Department of Labor | Date Posted: Friday, January 30, 2026
Wilmington, Del. – The Delaware Department of Labor’s Office of Occupational and Labor Market Information (OOLMI) has published new economic articles providing an in-depth analysis of Delaware’s economic performance and emerging workforce trends. One newly released article, “Delaware’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by Industry,” examines the direct economic impact of the fifteen major industries driving […]
Labor’s Division of Industrial Affairs Announces New Partnership
Department of Labor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
WILMINGTON – The Delaware Department of Labor’s Division of Industrial Affairs today announced a new partnership today with the William Penn High School Media Center. This collaboration aims to create a dynamic, real-world learning experience for students interested in media, storytelling, and communications careers within state government. By integrating youth talent into meaningful projects, the […]
Delaware Department of Labor Conducting its Annual Prevailing Wage Survey
Department of Labor | Industrial Affairs | Date Posted: Friday, January 2, 2026
WILMINGTON, Del. – The Delaware Department of Labor is currently conducting its Annual Prevailing Wage Survey for state-funded construction projects. Prevailing wage rates are determined by data supplied by employers working in the State on private and public construction projects. On January 2, 2026, the Department mailed survey forms to contractors and various interested parties. […]
