Students & Parents

Whether you’ve just completed school in Lynchburg or are moving to the Hill City from elsewhere, your career journey starts right here. Our region is packed with opportunities in growing fields like healthcare, manufacturing, and tech that are ready for your energy and talent.

For hands-on guidance, visit Virginia Career Works at their physical location in Lynchburg. They provide in-person support and expert career coaching to help you navigate your next steps. You can also boost your resume using online tools like SkillUp by Metrix, which offers free training to help you stand out to employers.

We also recommend registering with the Virginia Workforce Connection (VaWC). This free digital platform identifies your employable skills and creates a custom candidate profile, delivering the latest job openings straight to your inbox. It’s an easy, effective way to stay connected to the local market.

Some of our largest employers also offer on-the-job, work-based training opportunities that can help you get where you want to be.

Parents can help their children by tapping into career exploration early through Lynchburg Public Schools, where Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs are offered at both middle and high school levels. These programs connect students to hands-on learning and real-world pathways in high-wage, high-skill, high-demand fields like manufacturing, construction, business management, finance, technology, engineering, and logistics.

To go further, consider regional initiatives like Worlds of Opportunity, an interactive career expo that brings thousands of students together with local employers. Students can explore industries through hands-on activities and direct engagement with professionals, helping them better understand in-demand careers and how to pursue them.