Application Deadlines


Job Opening:

The Harry Bridges Center is now seeking applicants for the position of Undergraduate Administrative Assistant. Applications are due Mon., May 12th, 5pm. Click here for the full job announcement.

Mission of the Center for Labor Studies

The Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies supports a network of scholars in cutting-edge research, education, and outreach about work, workers and their organizations.

The Center engages students in labor studies through courses and field work. We promote connections between students, faculty, and labor communities locally and around the world, and inform policy makers about issues confronting workers.

Harry Bridges Chair in Labor Studies

The Harry Bridges Chair is a position held by a full professor in the disciplines of History or Political Science from any of the UW campuses. The Chair rotates among nominated faculty, and is held for a two year, renewable term. During his or her tenure, the Chair is the leader of all the activities undertaken by the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies, and the particular emphasis of those activities emerges from the Chair’s area of expertise.