Yonkers Workforcealign

Yonkers Chamber of Commerce

We Are Back – Better Than Ever

The Yonkers Chamber of Commerce is back, stronger than ever. We are rebuilding our presence, revitalizing our mission, and re‑establishing the Chamber as the leading voice for Yonkers businesses. With renewed energy and a sharper focus on growth, collaboration, and opportunity, we’re here to champion local businesses, strengthen our economy, and support the people who make Yonkers thrive.

Workforce Align

Workforce Align connects employers, schools, and jobseekers to build a stronger local talent pipeline, ensuring businesses have the skilled workforce they need to evolve and grow, and schools prepare students for well‑paying, in‑demand careers upon graduation. Through coordinated internships and work‑based learning, we create the collaboration and communication channels that bring schools and businesses together, turning real employer needs into clear skill pathways and meaningful career opportunities for students.

Workforce Needs Survey

• Identify current and future hiring needs
• Map required education, degrees, certificates
• Document hiring timelines and projected openings

Business & School Collaboration

• Company training platform and development
• Employee and intern training plans
• Internship and new hire placements

Career Education Program Survey

• Identify career education offerings
• Identify enrollment numbers and graduation dates
• Document by program student graduation dates

Talent Pipeline Development

• Build multi‑year pipelines from schools to employment
• Coordinate internships and new hire programs
• Support onboarding pathways for graduating students

Alignment & Gap Analysis

• Match employer needs to existing school programs
• Identify workforce needs with no corresponding education pipeline
• Identify school programs with no or limited employer demand

Workforce Acquisition & Training Co-Op

• Career awareness programs
• Company training platform and development
• Employee and intern training plans