The Burning Glass Institute is a research organization that started in 2021 and is based in Philadelphia. They study how work is changing and use data to help people find better jobs. The Institute creates tools and reports that help schools, employers, and government leaders make smart decisions about jobs and training.
Their main projects include the Credential Value Index, which measures how valuable different certificates and degrees are for getting jobs, and Jobs That Mobilize, which finds jobs that help people move up in their careers. They also work with big companies to create a Skills-First Working Group and rate Fortune 250 companies on how well they help workers advance through their American Opportunity Index. The Institute focuses on making sure everyone has fair chances at good jobs, especially as technology changes how we work.
They turn big data into useful information that nonprofits, governments, and business leaders can use to create better opportunities for workers. Their research helps build stronger communities by ensuring people can find jobs that pay well and offer chances to grow.