Job Training

Free career exploration, apprenticeships, skilled-trades training and job-search help, for first-time job seekers through career changers.

18-2425-60BasicFree

Apprenticeship.gov

Topics: Registered apprenticeships — earn while you learn in construction, manufacturing, IT, health care.

Prerequisites: Usually age 16-18+ and a high-school diploma or GED (varies by program).

18-2425-60BasicFree

Home Builders Institute (HBI)

Topics: Pre-apprenticeship training in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and building construction.

Prerequisites: None for entry programs.

18-2425-60BasicFree

IBM SkillsBuild

Topics: Free digital-skills courses and credentials: IT support, data, cybersecurity, AI, workplace skills.

Prerequisites: Basic computer use.

18-2425-60IntermediateFree + Paid

Google Career Certificates

Topics: IT support, data analytics, project management, UX design, cybersecurity.

Prerequisites: None; paid subscription, financial aid available.

18-24IntermediateFree

Year Up

Topics: Tuition-free training plus a corporate internship in tech, finance and business operations.

Prerequisites: Young adults with a high-school diploma or GED (eligibility varies).

All agesBasicIntermediateFree

CareerOneStop (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

Topics: Training finder, local American Job Centers, resume and interview guides, salary data.

Prerequisites: None.

25-60BasicFree

Goodwill Career Services

Topics: Local job training, job placement, digital skills and career coaching.

Prerequisites: None; services vary by local Goodwill.

25-6060+BasicFree

GCFGlobal (GCFLearnFree)

Topics: Job-search skills, resumes, interviewing, workplace computer skills.

Prerequisites: None.

25-60AdvancedFree + Paid

Coursera – Professional Certificates

Topics: Employer-backed certificates for career changers in tech, business and health.

Prerequisites: Varies by program; many free to audit.

60+BasicFree

AARP Foundation

Topics: Job training and placement for older workers, including the Senior Community Service Employment Program.

Prerequisites: Program eligibility varies (typically 50/55+).