Job Corps | US Department of Labor
Resource Name:Job Corps | US Department of Labor
address
200 Constitution Ave NW, Ste N4463, Washington, DC 20210
Eligibility
Applicants must be 16–24 years old, a U.S. citizen, legal resident, or authorized immigrant, and meet low-income criteria. They should need additional technical training or education, agree to remain drug-free and meet behavioral standards, and provide parental consent if under 18. Young people who are school dropouts, runaways, foster youth, parents, or homeless are especially encouraged to apply.
Required documents
please call or visit website for documents required
Hours
Call the agency for complete schedule information
Website
https://www.jobcorps.gov/Application process
Call toll-free or fill out online application to apply and learn more.
Fees
None. Enrolled students are provided with housing, meals, basic health care, and a living allowance while on campus.
Service area
United States
Provides low-income and at-risk youth ages 16–24 with career technical training and education, enabling them to earn a high school diploma or equivalency, college credits, and industry-recognized certifications in over 100 career fields. Participants receive housing, meals, healthcare, a living allowance, and training at no cost during the 8–12 month program. After graduation, career transition counselors offer up to 21 months of support to help secure employment and independent living.