Job Corps Education and Training Centers Accepting Students

Pennsylvania Job Corps education and training centers are accepting students for the new program year.

Programs provide diplomas, credentials and skills training in more than 100 occupations. Students can receive hands-on training in such career fields as construction, business and finance, health care and information technology. 

Job Corps centers began a new program year on July 1 and are accepting applications. 

“Job Corps provides a unique opportunity for young people to launch their careers,” Grace Kilbane, the national director for the Office of Job Corps, said in a statement. 

“Students attend academic and vocational classes, earn industry-recognized credentials, and learn critical life skills in preparation for a good job, continued education or military service. In today’s competitive employment environment, Job Corps is more important than ever, and we urge eligible youth to enroll.” 

For eligible youth, ages 16 to 24, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program provides a free education and training program that helps them learn a career, earn a high school diploma or equivalent credential and find and keep a good job.

The program also provides eligible, low-income students with room and board, counseling and mentoring services, living allowances and basic medical care. Students also can participate in on-the-job training at real work sites through work-based learning opportunities.

In addition to the Pittsburgh Job Corps Center, state centers are also located in Philadelphia, Drums, and Lopez, Pa.

To learn about the Job Corps program, or to contact a center, call (800) 733-JOBS (5627). Visit Job Corps online at www.recruiting.jobcorps.gov or www.facebook.com/doljobcorps.

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