The American Job Centers at DOES headquarters, 4058 Minnesota Ave NE, and 899 North Capitol St NE will open Wed., Jan. 28, 2026 at 10am. The American Job Center at 2201 Shannon Pl SE will be closed. All in-person classes, trainings, and events at DOES and the DC Infrastructure Academy are also canceled. Online services will continue as scheduled. Residents can file unemployment insurance claims HERE.
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Federal Government Shutdown Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
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.
The Department of Employment Services modernized Unemployment Insurance Benefits Systems is Live and Now Available!
Veterans are entitled to receive a priority in service that includes the following:
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.
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.
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.
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.