Find Your Next Opportunity: DC American Job Centers Are Here to Help

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Looking for a job, career change, or new skills? The DC Department of Employment Services offers powerful, free resources through its American Job Centers (AJCs)—your one-stop hub for employment support across the District.

Whether you need help building a resume, finding job openings, or connecting with training programs, the AJC system is designed to walk with you from searching… to securing… to succeeding.

According to the official American Job Center network, these centers provide career counseling, job placement assistance, workshops, and access to training programs—all under one roof.

American Job Center Locations in Washington, DC

AJC Headquarters- 4058 Minnesota Avenue, NE Washington, DC

AJC (Downtown) Northeast- 899 North Capitol Street, NE Washington, DC

AJC Southeast- 2201 Shannon Place, SE Washington, DC

How Job Seekers Can Get Started

Starting your journey is simple. Think of it like opening a door… and realizing there’s a whole corridor of opportunity behind it.

1. Create a DC Networks Account

This connects you directly with a DOES Case Manager who can guide your job search, training options, and career planning.

2. Schedule a Virtual Appointment

Need one-on-one help from the comfort of home? Book a session here: https://outlook.office365.com/book/DCDOESAJCAppointments@o365.dc.gov/?ismsaljsauthenabled=true

You’ll receive personalized support tailored to your goals.

3. Visit an American Job Center In-Person

Prefer face-to-face guidance? Walk into any of the locations listed above for:

Resume and interview help
Job search assistance
Training and certification referrals
Access to computers and job listings

These centers are designed as community-powered career launchpads.

Job Opportunities & Highlights

HIGHLIGHT:

We are currently recruiting for our Natural Hair Masterclass Cosmetology Series, a hands-on, career-focused experience designed to build real skills, confidence, and pathways into the beauty industry.

🎯 Who we’re looking for:

Ages 18–24
Individuals interested in cosmetology, beauty, and entrepreneurship
Customers ready to build job-ready skills

Why this matters: This is more than a class, it’s a launchpad into careers, networking, and hands-on training with only 20 slots available so we need to move quickly.

HIGHLIGHT:

The Pharmacy Technician Program is currently accepting applications, and we encourage motivated, committed applicants to apply using the link below:

Application Link: https://skillsnation.org/pharmacy-technician-program

Program Highlights: • Start Date: April 20• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM (evening classes) • Externship included• No cost to participate (please note that both the training and externship are unpaid)

Applicant Requirements: • Completion of the online application• CASAS scores at the 11th–12th grade level• Ability to pass a background check• Genuine interest in pursuing a Pharmacy Technician career path

Please share this opportunity with individuals who you believe are truly ready and committed to beginning a healthcare career.

HIGHLIGHT:

Are you a high school senior, college student, recent graduate, or young adult interested in a short-term or summer job working with youth and the environment?

If so, you can apply to be a Team Leader, Site Manager, Warehouse Project Manager, Communication Coordinator, Field Manager, or Operations Program Support Assistant for DOEE’s Green Zone Environmental Program (GZEP).

Every summer, the DOEE implements a comprehensive curriculum through a partnership with the Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program to provide up to 250 youth and young adults, ages 14 to 24, with an opportunity to learn about energy and environmental issues, complete community-based environmental work projects such as rain gardens and storm drain markers and prepare for careers. The program is designed to educate GZEP participants about the sustainability, energy, water, wildlife, and natural resource issues impacting the District. GZEP participants receive their education, green career development, and job training from experts at DOEE, local non-profit organizations, other partnering organizations, and sister-agencies. Being a GZEP staff member is a great opportunity to work with District youth and gain valuable leadership experience.

Program Overview | Program Summary

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Patuxent Home and Garden is hiring! Current Openings: Weekend Sales Associates – Please do not apply for this position unless you have Friday – Sunday availabilities; Customer Service Associates; Marketing Assistant. Apply Today! If you are interested in applying for a job, there are two ways to submit your application: In-Store by picking up and filling out your application. Simply pick up an application at our store. Apply Online by submitting your application in the form below. If your qualifications match our needs, we will be in touch with you. Thank you for your interest in Patuxent Nursery! If you are interested in these opportunities, click here: Employment Opportunities | Patuxent Nursery, Bowie, MD

HIGHLIGHT:

The Croix is hiring! Rooftop lounge and Restaurant at Cambria Riverfront Navy Yard. hiring Opportunities – private. If you are interested in these positions, click here: Bartender; Cooks ; Hosts; Server FT; Server PT; Lounger Service Assistants