Facts & Figures
What Is Job Corps?
Job Corps is our nation’s most successful career preparation program for at-risk young adults age 16-24. The 126 Job Corps campuses in all 50 states have helped nearly 3 million disadvantaged young Americans complete their high school education and transition into higher education, a gainful career, or military service.
Job Corps is able to succeed with a population that has been left behind by the traditional education system because Job Corps provides practical training tied to employers’ real expectations. Job Corps’ demand-driven model recognizes that young workers’ success in today’s labor market depends on four factors: personal development, education, job skills, and job readiness.
Personal Development
Personal Development
- A home with supervision and mentoring from caring adults
- Three meals a day as well as basic health care
- Leadership development programs
- Financial literacy training
Education
Education
- Multiple high school diploma options, including charter schools
- Post-secondary credit
- Community college co-enrollment
Job Skills
Job Skills
- Training in over 100 trades in 11 industries
- Industry-recognized certifications and credentials
- Real experience and hands-on training
Job Readiness
Job Readiness
- Job placement
- Residential living and social development programs
- Counseling and mentoring
- Internships with employers
