Workforce Systems Leadership Program 2026 Application

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Thank you for your interest and time in applying to the Workforce Systems Leadership Program (WSLP)! If you have any questions about WSLP or this application, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Program Director, David Rivera at david@coro.nyc.

Application Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Contact Information



Candidate Information

We are seeking a highly talented, multi-diverse, cross-sector cohort of workforce professionals who are interested in expanding their leadership capacity and ability to effect change at the systems level. We encourage change makers from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to: community-based organizations, government agencies, foundations, post-secondary and career and technical education institutions, unions, business associations, and public libraries.  

Ideal Applicants

  • Work for a New York City organization supporting workforce development in low-to-moderate income communities.
  • Serve in a senior leadership role.
  • Have at least five years of experience in the field of workforce development.
  • Have a passion and curiosity about developing new leadership skills germane to problem-solving in New York City.
  • Are interested in joining the Coro community and alumni network. 

Optional Information

It is important to Coro and WPTI that we reach and recruit from a diverse constituency.  We appreciate you providing us with the following optional information to help gauge the success of these efforts. 

What is your date of birth?


Employment and Education
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Short Essays
Statement of Commitment

Schedule 

WSLP runs from September 2026 - November 2026. The schedule amounts to over 13 days of training including (1) program orientation, a (3) day opening retreat, (4) weekday leadership sessions, (3) weekday strategy sessions, (1) weekday presentation showcase, and (1) graduation. There will also be optional Coro events and trainings you can attend.

Due to the experiential nature of our training and the importance of the group in our work together, and commitment to attend all program sessions is preferred. 


Due to known or unexpected circumstances, we understand that participants may need to miss a session.  A total of 1 absence is possible. Absences exceeding this could result in your withdrawal from the program.


All program sessions will be in person unless instructed otherwise. The program calendar can be found on our website. Full participation in the Opening Retreat from September 16th to September 18th, the Showcase on November 18th and Graduation on June 10th is required. 


Participants also commit to self organizing time outside of the program to work on their System Change Projects. Previous participants report spending approximately 30-50 additional hours over the course of the program meeting and connecting with their change project groups as well as conducting individual research. 

Fee
There is no tuition for this program. A $500 materials fee is required upon acceptance. 
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