Powering America's Economy.

Job Corps Is Training the Next Generation

For over 60 years, Job Corps has prepared young adults to launch careers that power the workforce and impact local communities.

3 million+ graduates | 10 industries | 100+ training areas

Job Corps is ...

Meeting the needs of the U.S. economy.

With training in high-demand fields like advanced manufacturing, health care, technology and construction.

Impacting employers and local economies.

With pre-apprenticeships and on-the-job training that prepares Job Corps graduates to fill essential roles and meet the real-world, local needs of businesses and communities across America.

Preparing the next generation of skilled workers.

With hands-on training and professional skills development that will contribute meaningfully to the workforce and launch lifelong careers.

Hear from our graduates:

“Job Corps allowed me to become the master technician I am today. The program prepared me for the real world and taught me that, if you want something, you have to go get it.”

“The mental and physical discipline shaped by my Job Corps experience has spilled into every aspect of my professional and personal life.”

“Job Corps laid the foundation that has allowed me to use my skills and raise my income from $16,000 to 10 times that. ... I learned the value of the program, discipline, and ownership of my behavior and my future.”

“College wasn’t an option for me financially, so when my cousin told me that I could go to Job Corps, learn a trade and get prepared for a career, I decided to enroll.”

Why not give it a try?

But who is Job Corps for?

With over 120 campuses across the United States, Job Corps provides free career training and education. Here, students get the experience they need to begin a career or apprenticeship, or advance to higher education. Some graduates even join the military. The best part? It’s free.

There are a few eligibility requirements to meet before you can start training at Job Corps. For example, you should be a low-income 16- through 24-year-old, and a U.S. citizen (or lawfully admitted permanent resident alien, refugee, asylee, or other immigrant who has been authorized to work in the United States). Connect with an admissions counselor to learn more about income eligibility; but you may qualify if you receive SNAP, TANF, free or reduced school lunch, or if you are homeless or a foster youth. Sound like you? Get Started now!

What can I train for?

No matter what you’re interested in, there’s a career path for you at Job Corps. Here are just some of the training opportunities you can explore at one of our 120+ campuses:

Advanced Manufacturing: Welding, Machining and Manufacturing Technology
Automotive and Machine Repair: Collision Repair and Refinish, Heavy Construction Equipment Mechanic, and Machine Equipment Repair
Construction: Carpentry, Bricklaying and Electrical
Finance and Business: Accounting Services, Insurance and Financial Services, and Office Administration
Health Care: Certified Nurse Assistant, Dental Assistant and Pharmacy Technician
Homeland Security: Corrections Officer and Security and Protective Services
Hospitality: Culinary Arts, Hotel and Lodging, and Retail Sales
Information Technology: Computer Technician, Network Cable Installation and Computer Networking Cisco
Renewable Resources and Energy: Landscaping, Forestry Conservation and Firefighting, and Water/Wastewater Management
Transportation: Heavy Truck Driving, Seamanship, and Material Handling and Distribution Operations

But is it really free?

Job Corps is completely free of cost to students.

Powering America's Economy.

Job Corps is ...

Hear from our graduates:

Why not give it a try?

Are you interested in building the skills to launch a successful career?