Graduate benefits

Graduate benefits

At Job Corps, we will make sure you have the tools and resources you need in order to earn from what you learn. Here’s how:

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Job Search Assistance

Work with our center staff to connect with employers.

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Transition Allowance

Receive an allowance after graduation to help with the first few months of housing and living costs and transportation.

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Career Counseling

Meet with our on-site career counselors to search for jobs, prepare for interviews and plan your career next steps.

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Relocation Counseling

Speak with our counselors for tips and advice on moving to a new city for a job.

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Advanced Training Opportunities

Build on your basic career training and keep strengthening your skills in the industry of your choice. Talk to your center staff for more information about an Advanced Training opportunity near you.

real stories

Real stories

Job Corps works. But don’t just take our word for it. Check out a few of our graduate success stories.

Michael Davis
Michael
Molex, LLC
Information Technology
Michael always knew he wanted to work with electronics. He wrote his first interactive electronics program in his eighth-grade history class and is now a leader at one of the largest consumer electronics companies in the world.
Read Michael 's Story
Aaron
Aaron
Department of Labor, New York Oasam Office
Information Technology
Aaron is an IT administrator, cinematographer and professional training presenter for the U.S. Department of Labor. He is also a mentor, professional speaker and graduate of Job Corps.
Read Aaron 's Story
Nicholas
Nicholas
United States Army, Fort Jackson, South Carolina
Construction
Nicholas was homeless in 2019 and in search of a better future. Taking the advice of his sister, Nicholas enrolled at Cleveland Job Corps in Ohio, where he could get career training and have a safe place to live. He decided to pursue Carpentry and received the hands-on training he needed for a successful career.
Read Nicholas' Story
Success starts here

When it comes time to get a job, our staff will make sure you are connected with local employers. Pittsburgh Job Corps grads have been hired by:

  • Allegheny Health Network
  • Giant Eagle
  • Pittsburgh Mercy
  • Securitas
  • IUOE Local 66
  • Sodexo Live!
  • Allied Universal