Meta launched LevelUp, a free four-week program to train total beginners as fiber techs for data centers. Know a teen or burned-out office worker who’d rather build the internet than sit through another meeting that should’ve been an email? Meta says it’s operating or building 27 U.S. data centers, tied to 30,000-plus construction jobs and 5,000-plus permanent roles. ARTICLE We’re announcing LevelUp: a multi-year initiative that provides free, rapid training to turn thousands

As the labor market changes and GenAI reshapes industries, micro-credentials help students, employers, and universities adapt quickly. Nearly 9 in 10 students see micro-credentials as key to job success—a powerful statistic in an era when the labor market is in flux. This is especially true for generative AI (GenAI) credentials, with 96% of students favoring their inclusion in degree programs. Meanwhile, employers highly value candidates who hold recognized micro credentials—