New Choices
Your Journey
to Career Success
NEW CHOICES is a free, statewide career development course with 30 years of success in empowering Pennsylvanians with the skills, resources, and support they need to find meaningful employment. Through in-person and virtual classes and one-on-one career coaching, the program is designed to give participants individualized attention and training to help each person achieve personally and professionally.
Through New Choices, job seekers undergo career exploration, set professional goals, develop a winning resume, practice interviewing techniques, and navigate the job search process. Ultimately, our New Choices clients join a community that provides the expertise and support that builds confidence and leads to success.
70,000+
Pennsylvanians supported with critical career development assistance for the last three decades.
1,300+
job-seekers participate in New Choices every year.
On average, New Choices participants find a job in just over 13 weeks after the program. New Choices clients have a 76% placement rate into jobs, education, or training opportunities.
Looking for a different New Choices site? New Choices is a statewide program funded by the Department of Labor and Industry. Check out our Statewide New Choices page to find a site in your area that can help you succeed in your job search.
New Choices is a program of Pennsylvania Women Work and is provided at no cost to all job-seekers thanks to funding from the Department of Labor and Industry.
Upcoming Workshops
From Nervous to HIRED!
Virtual Mock Interview Workshop
Interviews can feel intimidating, but the right preparation can help you walk in with confidence, clarity, and a stronger sense of your own value.
Join Kescha Bell-Ross for an interactive virtual mock interview workshop designed to help you strengthen your interview skills, refine your personal pitch, and receive supportive, real-time feedback.
Workshop Details
Date: Tuesday, May 19
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
What You’ll Gain:
In this session, participants will have the opportunity to:
Practice answering common interview questions
Strengthen your personal introduction and professional pitch
Learn how to communicate your skills, experience, and strengths clearly
Receive constructive feedback in a supportive environment
Build confidence for both virtual and in-person interviews
Whether you are entering the workforce, changing careers, returning after time away, or preparing for your next professional opportunity, this workshop will help you feel more prepared and polished.
Prepare with Purpose
A strong interview is not about having perfect answers. It is about knowing your strengths, telling your story clearly, and showing up as the capable candidate you already are.
Register today and get ready to walk into your next interview with confidence.
REGISTER FOR WORKSHOPS
Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch about enrolling in New Choices.
Not sure where to begin? We offer one-on-one career counseling to help you explore your options and build a plan that works for you.