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On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) and the American Job Center locations will be closed in observance of the DC Emancipation Day. Payments may be delayed due to location closures.

Impacted federal employees: Register now for our Federal Webinar to get guidance on Unemployment Insurance, job training, and career resources - plus a live Q&A. Visit fedsupport.dc.gov to sign up.

 

Services

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DC DOES has partnered with healthcare providers and training institutions to create accessible training programs for health care careers.

Learn more about each of these training partnerships.

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The Department of Employment Services modernized Unemployment Insurance Benefits Systems is Live and Now Available!

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Veterans are entitled to receive a priority in service that includes the following:

Veterans Employment Services
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The DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) requires that Priority of Service be given to veterans and eligible spouses who meet the eligibility criteria in accordance with applicable laws, policies and federally mandated programs.

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The DOES Work Experience (WEX) is a critical tool in helping District workers and communities recover from the effects of the economic downturn by providing critical WIOA services.

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Workforce on Wheels Mobil Unit

The Workforce on Wheels (WOW) team is a cutting-edge mobile service operation developed by the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES) to address the needs of District's youth and residents in the communities where they live.

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OYP provides skills training, work experience, academic enrichment and life skills training to facilitate the development of work habits and skills that are essential for success.

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