What is the point of Job Corps?

Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16-24 improve the quality of their lives by empowering them to get great jobs and become independent.

How does the Job Corps work?

The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Job Corps graduates either enter the workforce or an apprenticeship, go on to higher education, or join the military.

How do you qualify for Job Corps?

To be eligible for Job Corps, participants must meet the following requirements:

1. Be between 16 and 24 years old.
2. Be a legal U.S. resident.
3. Be economically disadvantaged (receiving welfare or food stamps)
4. Live in an area with high crime rates, limited job opportunities, or a disruptive home life.

What kind of jobs does Job Corps offer?

A Job Corps recruiter can help you get all the answers you need.

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• Advanced Manufacturing.
• Automotive and Machine Repair.
• Construction.
• Finance and Business.
• Healthcare.
• Homeland Security.
• Hospitality.

Does Job Corps do drug tests?

Job Corps uses urinalysis to conduct drug tests on their students. This means that the urine samples of the students are tested for the remnants of drugs. The urine samples are collected and kept for analysis according to the chain-of-custody principles.

How long do you stay at Job Corps?

At Job Corps, you learn at your own pace. Depending on the career area you choose and the learning pace you set for yourself. Our most successful Job Corps students remain in the program for at least 18 months to gain the knowledge and social skills needed for a new career.

Does Job Corps allow cell phones?

Can I bring my cell phone with me? Every center has their own rules about what devices are and are not allowed, and most centers that allow cell phones restrict their use to designated areas. Check with your admissions counselor to learn the cell phone policy at your center.

How long does it take to get accepted in Job Corps?

between 3 and 5 months
The Job Corps application process typically takes between 3 and 5 months. As enrollment resumes, potential students may experience a longer wait based on open slots at their respective centers.

How long does it take to get in Job Corps?

The Job Corps application process typically takes between 3 and 5 months. As enrollment resumes, potential students may experience a longer wait based on open slots at their respective centers.

Do you get drug tested at Job Corps?

Once Job Corps accepts you all new trainees must undergo a drug test.

How long do u stay at Job Corps?

Depending on the career area you choose and the learning pace you set for yourself. Our most successful Job Corps students remain in the program for at least 18 months to gain the knowledge and social skills needed for a new career.

How much do you get paid in Job Corps?

The living allowance (i.e., pay) is based on stay duration (e.g., up to 56 days is $25/pay period or two weeks, 57-112 days is $30/pay period, 113-182 is $40/pay period and 183+ days at $50/pay period).