Employment and Job Training Resources
Get to Work. Grow Your Skills.
Finding meaningful work or training can make a huge difference in your life—helping you with income, experience, confidence, and career direction. These local and statewide programs offer free or low-cost services like job search support, skills training, networking, career coaching, and unemployment assistance tailored to students, career changers, and those reentering the workforce.
For any additional questions, reach out to Ashley Garrison at agarrison@ccmcc.edu.
CalJOBS
CalJOBS is California’s online portal for job seekers and employers. You can create a profile, search job listings across the state, apply to positions, and access tools for resume building and employer matching. It also links you to local workforce services and training opportunities.
To learn more, CLICK HERE.
EASTBAY Works, America’s Job Center of CA
EASTBAY Works is a public workforce network serving the East Bay region, including Contra Costa County. Their career centers offer free services like career planning, skill assessments, resume and interview workshops, occupational training, and transition support to help you land or improve your job.
To learn more CLICK HERE or call 925-671-4500.
Experience Unlimited
Experience Unlimited is a volunteer professional networking group that helps members access job leads, workshops, and peer support. You’ll find services like resume review, mock interviews, access to computers and office tools, and connections with other professionals, all at no cost.
To learn more CLICK HERE or call 925-602-0166.
Monument Impact
Monument Impact offers programs aimed at economic inclusion. They provide job readiness training, computer skills classes, career placement help, and support for low-wage workers—helping you build tools necessary to succeed in today’s economy.
To learn more CLICK HERE or call 925-682-8248.
Unemployment Insurance (CA EDD)
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) manages Unemployment Insurance, which offers temporary financial support if you lose your job through no fault of your own. Their website provides application guides, eligibility info, and ways to combine job search support with benefits.
To learn more CLICK HERE or call 800-300-5616.