Education

Closing the Skills Gap

Feature story

The workforce of today must be prepared for the economy of tomorrow.

Our Work

The U.S. Chamber works with stakeholders in business, government, and academia to build and sustain a 21st-century workforce that can compete in the global economy. It begins with a strong K-12 education system that prepares people for good jobs and bright futures. We champion high standards, accountability for the academic achievement of all children, and choices for students and families. We are focused on improving post-secondary education and ensuring what is taught in classrooms and on campuses aligns with industry needs and the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Latest Experts Major Initiatives Programs

Letter on Legislative Priorities For the Remainder of the 117th Congress

U.S. Chamber Raises Alarm Bells, Urges Action on Decline in K-12 Achievement

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Launches Initiative on Future of Data in K-12 Education

U.S. Chamber Letter on FY23 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations

Twelve Scholarship Recipients Selected from 800 Applicants

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Donohue Family Foundation Partner with SkillPointe Foundation to Fund Skills Training Scholarships

How Reskilling and Upskilling Can Bolster Economic Recovery and Workplace Success

Chamber OnDemand

To reinvigorate the economy and promote workforce success, many companies are turning toward reskilling and upskilling for in-demand positions.

Read a recap of the event

Upcoming Events

Latest Content

Nov 15, 2022
This letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress, on legislative priorities for the remainder of the 117th Congress.
Oct 24, 2022
Sep 15, 2022
Working group collaborating on policy recommendations for improving the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
Jun 29, 2022
This Hill letter was sent to Members of the House Committee on Appropriations, on the Fiscal Year 2023 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Jun 16, 2022
First round of awards announced for highly-competitive skills training scholarship funded by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Donohue Family Foundation and managed by the SkillPointe Foundation
Feb 01, 2022
Amid ongoing worker shortages, new program provides $100,000 in scholarship funding to ensure Americans have the skills they need to reach their full potential and propel our economy forward
Dec 08, 2021
Talk in Washington right now on childcare is all centered on the reconciliation bill, but states were given $39 billion for childcare as part of the American Rescue Plan that they are unable to use freely, leaving working parents without relief.
Nov 22, 2021
Tech companies like Amazon, IBM, and others are stepping in to upskill, reskill, and provide educational opportunities that have traditionally been the domain of four-year colleges and technical and vocational schools.
Nov 10, 2021
This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the United States Congress, on the budgetary impact of H.R. 5376, the reconciliation bill.
Oct 15, 2021
This week’s U.S. Chamber of Commerce Common Grounds event featured a discussion with Reps. Nancy Mace and Mikie Sherrill on childcare.