The Department of Commerce knows that businesses help the City by providing employment and economic impact. Our Office of Business Development and Workforce Solutions works to attract international and domestic companies. We also support the expansion of companies that are already in Philadelphia. This includes providing employer incentives and convening workforce partners for job opportunities across all business sectors. Below are materials to support business attraction to Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is at the center of a region that is a national leader in life sciences, with top ranks for its talent, connectivity, research community, and real estate suited for uses ranging from start-ups to research labs to production facilities.
The Quality Jobs Program (QJP) was launched by the Philadelphia Department of Commerce in March 2023 to invest in eligible businesses that create new jobs with living wages and health insurance benefits for Philadelphia residents. QJP aims to strengthen employment opportunities for Philadelphia residents while supporting economic retention and attraction efforts across industries.
The WPA Resource Guide highlights programs and services offered by quality workforce education and training partners who are committed to building effective strategies for talent development in Philadelphia.
