Fred Hutch LabLaunch Program Creates Win-Win for Students and Employers

The Fred Hutch LabLaunch program exemplifies how education-employer partnerships can create a win-win opportunity for both students and industry. Developed through collaboration between Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Washington Alliance for Better Schools, and Shoreline Community College, LabLaunch addresses the need for skilled lab technicians in Washington’s life sciences sector. By offering hands-on lab experience and academic training, the program equips students with the skills needed for high-demand roles and guarantees them a job interview at Fred Hutch upon program completion. Read more in this new Employer Spotlight.

For Fred Hutch, LabLaunch is a strategic investment in the future workforce. The program builds a pool of skilled, diverse talent, ensuring that the organization can meet its staffing needs while supporting the local community. Students benefit from real-world experience and clear career education-to-career pathways, making LabLaunch a model for aligning education with industry demands.

The success of LabLaunch demonstrates the impact of career connected learning and the power of the Career Connect Washington initiative for both education and workforce development. By directly linking academic training with job opportunities, the program creates a roadmap for other initiatives, as well as driving stronger outcomes for students and employers. Congratulations to all of the partners who are bringing this successful program to life!

Download the full Fred Hutch LabLaunch Employer Spotlight here.