What do you need to do before you apply?

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Visit jobcorps.gov to discover Job Corps benefits, campus life, classes, career training, and support. Be sure to make notes of any questions you have so you can discuss them with your Admissions Representative.

checkmark-icon.png Explore your career interests

Start thinking about what career path and training programs you are most interested in. Job Corps has many career areas designed to get you ready for the workforce. Check out our Student Career Path website to learn about available programs. 

checkmark-icon.png Tell Job Corps you're interested!

Start by letting Job Corps know that you're interested in applying. You can do this online using the Express Interest Tool. To express your interest in Job Corps, select the “Get Started” button on the MyJobCorps homepage. From here, you will let us know who you are, where you're from, and how to contact you. Once you have answered all the questions, select “Submit my information” and you will receive a confirmation email. The information that you entered is sent to a Job Corps representative in your area who will then contact you.

checkmark-icon.png Gather Documents

Documents are important to include in your Job Corps Application. Each person has their own unique circumstance and may require different documents. Your Admissions Representative will guide you through what information will be needed for your application.

 

Here is the list of documents that you should bring with you when you meet with your Admissions Representative.

  • Citizenship, Residency Status Documentation, or Form of Identification

        At least one of the following documents:

    •  Birth Certificate
    • U.S. Passport
    • Social Security card and drivers license/state identification card
    • I-551 Permanent Resident Card
    • Valid Foreign Passport with Form I-94
    • I-766, Employment Authorization Document
    • I-151, Permanent Resident Card (Green Card)
    • Other official document stating age and citizenship/residency status
  • Proof of Income or Family Related Income

       At least one of the following documents: 

    • Proof of earned income for prior 6-months (letter of employment, paycheck stubs, tax return or W-2; unemployment insurance receipt; or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) statement)
    • Official public assistance document or voucher
    • School or USDA free or reduced lunch document
    • Letter from caseworker or public agency person to show status as a foster child, or have been in the foster care system
    • Letter from casework or provider to verify condition of homelessness
    • Letter from caseworker or provider to verify you are a victim of severe forms of trafficking

Optional Documents that may apply to you

  • School Related: 
    • School records, test results or other documentation showing basic skill deficiencies such as problems with English fluency, reading, writing, or computer skills at or below the 8th grade level
    • School records, letter from a guidance counselor, or contact number to confirm that you dropped out of school
    • If enrolled in-school, a letter from the school stating you would benefit more from attending Job Corps than from staying in school, or contact information for a conversation between Job Corps and the school
    • If you have a high school diploma (HSD), High School Equivalency (HSE) or foreign diploma, provide the official certificate, official transcripts and/or test scores
  • For Minors 16-18 years old
    • Emancipation papers (if claiming to be emancipated)
    • A marriage license (if married under age 18)
  • Health Related:
    • Immunization/vaccination records (for recent immigrants, the I-693 "Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record" may be a resource)

 

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