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27 resources in Jobs
CT Department of Labor
Career coaching, job search resources, training info, and employer connections. One-stop career center.
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Day programs and advocacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services are individualized and person-centered, including community integration, skill building, and self-advocacy groups.
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Haven
After-school, summer, teen, and sports programs serving 200+ youth daily. Programs include homework help, STEM activities, arts, leadership development, and college prep for ages 6-18.
After school: Mon-Fri 2:30-7pm; Summer: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.
After-school, summer, teen, and sports programs serving 200+ youth daily. Programs include homework help, STEM activities, arts, leadership development, and college prep for ages 6-18.
After school: Mon-Fri 2:30-7pm; Summer: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.
Career Resources Inc
Employment and training services specifically designed for justice-impacted individuals. Includes job placement, occupational skills training, digital literacy, and supportive services.
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Career Resources
Job training, skills development, and employment services for adults and youth.
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
ConnCAT
Free job training and youth programs for Connecticut residents. High-quality educational programs at no cost.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
CT State Community College
Workforce training programs in allied health, manufacturing, digital applications, leadership, hospitality, and more. Also offers Gateway to College dual enrollment for students who left high school.
Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat until noon
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
CT Department of Labor
Free job search assistance, resume help, interview prep, and job training programs.
Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
EMERGE CT
Paid part-time employment and training in construction, landscaping, and property management for people returning from incarceration.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Fellowship Place
Outreach and support services for homeless individuals, including mental health recovery programs and supported employment.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.
City of New Haven
Walk-in resource center helping residents access social services, benefits enrollment, job training, housing assistance, and community programs. Provides one-stop navigation for city services.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Higher Heights YEP
College and career readiness programs for Greater New Haven high school students. Includes SAT prep, college tours, mentoring, leadership development, and financial aid guidance since 2004.
Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
IRIS
Legal services, resettlement support, employment, and ESL classes for refugees and immigrants.
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.
Junta for Progressive Action
Free ESL classes, financial literacy courses, and adult education for New Haven residents. Programs help immigrants build English proficiency and essential skills for managing personal finances.
Classes: Mon-Fri; call for schedule
Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.
Marrakech, Inc.
Disability, behavioral health, employment, family support, youth, and residential-support services for people with disabilities and similar service needs. Marrakech has a New Haven satellite office and programs across the region.
Call for program-specific hours and referral instructions
Before you go: Be ready to describe the type of support needed: employment, housing/residential, mental health/addiction, family support, youth services, or recreation.
Manufacturing and Technical Community Hub
MATCH is a New Haven nonprofit that helps individuals build careers in manufacturing through hands-on technical training, paid learning opportunities, industry-recognized credentials, pre-apprenticeship preparation, job readiness coaching, and connections to employers across Connecticut. MATCH works with people facing barriers to employment, including justice-involved individuals seeking a fresh start. Apply online through the website.
Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-2:30 PM; available by appointment only
Before you go: MATCH is available by appointment only; schedule a visit before going.
New Haven Public Schools
Adult education center offering GED, high school completion, English/ESOL, citizenship preparation, digital literacy, computer classes, and workforce readiness programs.
Main office Mon-Fri 7:30am-1:30pm; class schedules vary
Before you go: Students generally must be at least 16 and officially withdrawn from grades 9-12.
New Haven Public Schools
Free adult education programs including GED preparation, high school credit diploma, English as a Second Language (ESL), National External Diploma Program, citizenship classes, and VITA free tax preparation.
Mon-Fri 7:30am-1:30pm; evening classes available
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
New Haven Free Public Library
Main library offering free internet and computer access, job search resources, ESL conversation groups, children's programs, VITA tax prep assistance, and serves as a winter warming center.
Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Connects New Haven residents to good jobs. Provides job training and placement services.
Mon-Thu 9am-5pm; Fri 11am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Project MORE
Employment services specifically for people returning from incarceration, including job placement and retention support.
Call for current intake, case-management, and employment-support hours.
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Dominican Sisters of Peace
Adult literacy center for Greater New Haven with English as a Second Language, basic literacy, citizenship preparation, job-readiness support, computer skills, and one-to-one tutoring.
Sep-Jun: Mon 10am-7pm, Tue 10am-6:30pm, Wed 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-7:30pm
Before you go: Placement tests are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
The WorkPlace Inc
Employment training for formerly incarcerated individuals including soft skills training, behavioral health support, occupational training, transportation assistance, and 4-week subsidized job placement.
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Job search assistance, resume help, career coaching, and job training. Free manufacturing training in 5 weeks.
Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.
Recovery-oriented services for adults living with mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Programs include supported employment, housing, social rehabilitation, and wellness activities.
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Before you go: Call before visiting to confirm which programs are open that day.
Goodwill of Southern New England
Goodwill-hosted reentry welcome center for adults returning to the New Haven area after incarceration. Provides welcome-home essentials, referrals for housing, healthcare, benefits, and basic needs, plus Good Path pre-employment training, job readiness, job search support, transitional employment, case management, and peer mentorship. Also supports people with mental health or substance use histories who need employment help.
Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Before you go: Ask about a Welcome Home Bag, referrals for housing or healthcare, benefits enrollment, and transportation support.
Need additional help finding jobs?
Call 211