SPEAR offers Deep East Texas better ways to help students find jobs with the best fit.
Ever wondered what it’s like to live and work in the most beautiful part of Texas? Deep East Texas, also known as the Pineywoods, offers a unique blend of Southern charm, natural beauty, and exciting career opportunities.
From manufacturing to healthcare, transportation and construction to oil and gas, energy and technology, there’s a diverse range of industries driving the Deep East Texas economy. At SPEAR, our focus is to help teenagers, young adults, and other jobseekers to answer questions like, “Where can I work in Texas?” and “What are some of the best paying jobs in Texas?”
We’ve developed a free job exploration platform that offers deeper insights than a typical career interest survey for high school students. With real-world info and valuable, local resources for students, parents, and employers, SPEAR is here to empower the next generation of talent in Deep East Texas.
What Are the Most In Demand Jobs in Deep East Texas?
Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas (WSDET) has teamed up with local schools, colleges, and businesses to create SPEAR (Student Pathways for Economic Advancement of the Region). We connect students with careers in demand in Texas, specifically Deep East Texas, and help them thrive in the Texas job market.
So, whether you’re a recent graduate considering college, not yet graduated, or simply wondering what sort of jobs fit your interests and skills, we can point you to a wealth of actionable info and opportunities like internships or high school work experience programs. Discover the best career fit for you, whether you’re interested in jobs with the strongest growth rate, careers boasting the highest levels of job satisfaction, or simply the highest paying jobs in Texas. SPEAR can help you find your perfect career path right here behind the “Pine Curtain” in Deep East Texas!
Our Mission
SPEAR’s mission is to help the next generation explore career opportunities in Deep East Texas. We do this by connecting students and young workers to local schools and businesses so our community can thrive.
Our Vision
Our goal is a Deep East Texas where everyone has the chance to pursue a career path that is both personally satisfying and valuable to our community.
Our Team of Stakeholders
Our SPEAR team members represent Workforce, K-12 Education, Post-Secondary Education, Region Education Service Centers, Economic Development Corporations, Foundations, and Employers in Deep East Texas.