CHADRON—The U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program has launched a summer recruitment drive in Nebraska, offering immediate openings and free career training in the nation’s leading industries for 16- through 24-year-olds from low-income households.
“Job Corps offers a path to apprenticeships and higher-paying careers in the nation’s fastest-growing industries,” said Rachel Torres, National Director of Job Corps. “Our graduates fill a critical need for employers and the economy.”
There is one Job Corps campus in Nebraska: Pine Ridge Job Corps Civilian Conservation (in Chadron). The center offers career skills training in high-growth industry sectors, including Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Finance and Business, and Health Care.
Applicants may qualify if they receive benefits such as SNAP, TANF, or free or reduced school lunch, or if they are experiencing homelessness or are a foster youth. Job Corps offers expedited enrollment for age-eligible young adults experiencing homelessness.
“For students, we are a path to careers, certifications and connections—all without student debt. For employers, we’re a possible solution to their workforce pipelines,” Torres said. “It’s a win-win for Nebraskans.”
Job Corps recently launched a revamped national website, as well as new sites for every campus nationwide. Features include virtual tours, a 24/7 virtual assistant named Corey, and an interactive map allowing users to find a Job Corps campus based on location, industry or a specific training area.
For more information about Job Corps, or to begin the enrollment process, visit jobcorps.gov or call 800-733-JOBS (5627).