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We envision a vibrant region where growth and opportunity fuel shared prosperity.
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WHO WE ARE

A strategic leader and trusted voice for workforce development in Silicon Valley & San Mateo County.

NOVAworks brings together the region’s stakeholders to promote collaboration, drive innovation, and address local labor market needs. We are dedicated to fostering growth, promoting equitable access to opportunities, and building a stronger, more resilient workforce for the future.

WHY IT MATTERS

Our Impact in 2024

We invest in people and businesses to build a stronger workforce that fuels the local economy.

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Training Investments

Individuals Served

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Economic Impact

Our Approach

Sector Strategy

We cultivate strategic partnerships and drive innovation to develop workforce opportunities in key growth industries. This approach strengthens industry success while creating accessible pathways to high-quality, sustainable careers for workers.
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INSIGHTS & MOMENTUM

What We're Thinking About

Explore our latest insights, activities, and shared perspectives shaping the future of workforce development.​

Building Talent from the Ground Up: Caccia Home Services Partners with NOVAworks

Hiring the right person is just the beginning. Employers also need the time and resources to turn a promising new hire into a skilled, productive member of the team.

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Beyond Job Training: Meeting Industry Needs in Real Time

The work begins by recognizing that there is no single path to career success. 

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NOVAworks Earns High Performing Workforce Board Designation

This designation recognizes the collective efforts of our Board of Directors, staff, community partners, education providers, employers, elected officials, and the thousands of individuals we have had the privilege to serve.

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New Resource: Healthcare Occupational Skills Training Program Inventory

NOVAworks has published a new Healthcare Occupational Skills Training Program Inventory for San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.

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Services

Access Our Services

We invest in people and businesses to build a stronger workforce that fuels the local economy.

Businesses

Beyond recruitment, we offer outplacement services, HR consulting, and employee training, all at no cost to you.​
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Career Seekers

Our dedicated team of experts provides personalized career advising and resources to help shape your career path.
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Young Adults

Our personalized career coaching, paid internship, and financial aid opportunities are designed to help you explore career paths, build skills, and land your first job.
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Service Region

Areas We Serve

Our services reach across all of San Mateo County and seven cities in Santa Clara County including Cupertino, Los Altos, Milpitas, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale.

In addition to our Sunnyvale office, NOVAworks offers services at 15 Connection Sites throughout the region, bringing workforce support closer to the communities we serve.

San Mateo Human Services Agency Daly City, 271 92nd St., Daly City - 2nd & 4th Thursdays (10 AM to noon)

South San Francisco Adult Education, 825 Southwood Dr., South San Francisco - 1st & 3rd Thursdays (11 AM to 1 PM)

SFO Business & Career Center, San Francisco Airport, South San Francisco - every Monday and Thursday (9 AM to 4 PM)

Millbrae Library, 1 Library Ave., Millbrae - 1st & 3rd Thursdays (2 to 4 PM)

San Mateo Adult & Career Education, 789 E. Poplar Ave., Room 29, San Mateo - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays (11:30 AM to 1:30 PM)

San Mateo Human Services Agency San Mateo, 1500 Fashion Island Blvd., San Mateo - 2nd & 4th Thursdays (1 to 3 PM)

San Mateo County Department of Child Support Services, 555 County Center, 2nd Floor, Redwood City - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays (2:30 to 4 PM)

North Fair Oaks Library, 2510 Middlefield Rd., Redwood City - 1st & 3rd Mondays (1:30 to 3:30 PM)

Coastside Hope, 248 Main St., Half Moon Bay - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (1:30 to 3:30 PM)

Half Moon Bay Library, 620 Correas St., Half Moon Bay - 1st & 3rd Mondays (10 AM to noon)

De Anza College, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd., Seminar Building, Cupertino - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays (10 AM to noon)

FUHSD Adult Ed, 589 W. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale - 2nd & 4th Mondays (noon to 2 PM)

Santa Clara Adult Ed, 1840 Benton St., Santa Clara - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays (10 AM to noon)

Sunnyvale Community Services, 1160 Kern Ave., Sunnyvale - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays (1 to 3 PM)

Milpitas Adult Ed, 1331 E. Calaveeras Blvd., Milpitas - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays (1:30 to 3:30 PM)

Region map highlighting San Mateo County and 7 Cities in Santa Clara County. NOVAworks' Office location is indicated on the map in Sunnyvale. 15 Connection Site locations are indicated on the map including 10 in San Mateo County and 5 in Santa Clara County.

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NOVAworks is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. TTY: 711 (CA Relay Service)​

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