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On Friday, July 4, 2025, the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) and the American Job Center locations will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Please be advised, if you receive unemployment insurance benefits, payments may be delayed due to the DOES and American Job Center locations closure. We will be available to assist you in-person or by telephone on all other weekdays. Thank you.

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To find support and resources for federal workers, visit fedsupport.dc.gov.

 

 

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District of Columbia Unemployment Rate Improves to 6.1 Percent in February
(Washington, DC) – The District of Columbia’s Department of Employment Services reported today that the seasonally adjusted preliminary unemployment rate was 6.1 percent in February 2022; this was a decrease of 0.2 percentage points from the revised January 2022 rate of 6.3 percent.
American Job Center Reopens to Aid District Recovery

(WASHINGTON, DC) – As part of Washington DC’s reopening, the Department of Employment Services (DOES) will begin providing in-person services at the American Job Center at 4058 Minnesota Avenue NE, Washington DC 20019.

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Program Spotlights

*** APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN *** The Mayor's Opportunity Scholarship will provide 75 scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each for young adults ages 18-24, who have successfully attained a high school diploma or equivalent, participated in 2025 MBSYEP, and enrolled in post-secondary education or occupational skills training or the military.

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DC SUMMER

The Department of Employment Services proudly offers a variety of summer programs designed to provide enriching experiences for District youth of all ages. Earn money, develop skills, and gain invaluable experiences—all in a safe environment. To learn more, visit: skillsnation.org, summerjobs.dc.gov, dcia.dc.gov or stop by your local American Job Center.

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Career Ready DC

Career Ready DC is a free service that will allow residents to discover job and career opportunities based on their individual work experience and skills.

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UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION

Attention Unemployment Insurance Benefits Claimants: Please be advised that the processing time for benefits payments may vary depending on your banking institution. It can take up to 72 hours for the funds to appear in your account. Thank you for your understanding.

 

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