Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

#1 – From STATE OF WV - Temp workers sought for short-term projects

Are you looking to gain valuable experience, earn extra income, serve your community, or explore a new career path? The State of West Virginia is accepting applications for a variety of part-time temporary employment opportunities across departments, offering work in areas such as administrative support, field services, and seasonal roles. Learn more: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wv/jobs/5000736/temporary-employment-opportunities?jobType%5B0%5D=Part-Time%20Temporary&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

#2 – From MARSHALL ADVANCED MANUFACTURING CENTER - SMART program prepares students for intermediate-level careers

Marshall University's SMART Program provides career skills training in technical fields to help students and adults prepare for in-demand jobs in manufacturing, technology, and other advanced sectors. Students from West Virginia who attend MAMC's Machinist Technology/CNC Associate Degree Program may be eligible for free tuition through the West Virginia Invests Grant program. Apply now: https://www.mfg.marshall.edu/education-training/career-skills-programs/smart-program/

#3 – From TOYOTA - Toyota creates pathways to skilled trade careers in advanced manufacturing

Toyota is expanding efforts to create career pathways into skilled trade and advanced manufacturing roles through education partnerships, apprenticeships, and training programs nationwide. Through the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education program, students learn valuable skills from robotics to basic electricity, hydraulics, mechanics, and industrial troubleshooting. They also teach soft skills like teamwork, leadership, and time management.

Read more: https://pressroom.toyota.com/creating-pathways-to-skilled-trade-careers-in-advanced-manufacturing/

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That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.