EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING
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QUICK LINKS
BLUEPRINT 4
www.blueprint4.com 314-899-5248
A website devoted to jobs, training, camps, and employment in this area. Lists of employment opportunities.
CLEP-College-Level Examination Program® (CLEP)
www.clep.collegeboard.org
CLEP provides exams to test out of introductory courses and move to more advanced courses sooner. Accepted by many, but not all, colleges and universities.
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
www.stlcc.edu/workforce 314-984-7777
Free accelerated training programs: CDL, Logistics, STEM Portal, Medical, and more.
CRAIGSLIST
www.craigslist.org
Website only. Look for St. Louis, and see the many jobs that are listed there. They also list housing, items for sale, and other services.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYERS AND JOB SEEKERS
www.goodwill.org or www.mersgoodwill.org
www.employmentstl.org (Employment Connection)
NELP:The National Employment Law Project
Promotes policies and programs that create good jobs, strengthen upward mobility, enforce worker rights, and improved benefits and services. Resources and legal assistance.
How to get a job with a criminal record. Practical tips.
RANKER.COM Lists companies that will hire ex-offenders.
DUOLINGO
www.duolingo.com
Duolingo Free App lessons adapt to your learning style. Exercises are tailored to learn and review vocabulary of many languages.
FEDERAL BONDING PROGRAM
www.bonds4jobs.com 800-233-2258
The Federal Bonding Program provides fidelity bonding insurance coverage to individuals with criminal histories and other high-risk job applicants.
FUTURE LEARN
www.futurelearn.com/subjects/it-and-computer-science-courses/coding-programming.
Multiple online courses. Subscription format after 15-day trial.
GED (NOW HiSET)
High School Equivalency Online
www.hiset.org
MOLearns is Missouri's Internet based High School Equivalency classroom for at home study.
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
FREE ON-LINE CODING AND COMPUTER COURSE
Harvard University's introduction to computer science and the art of programming for majors and non-majors , with or without prior programming experience.
www.online-learning.harvard.edu/course/cs50-introduction-computer-science/
HISET/GED LOCATIONS AND MORE INFO
www.ged101.com/ged-classes-in-saint-louis-mo.html
JOBS.MO.GOV
GREAT HIRES has changed its website address to:
www.jobs.mo.gov 1-866-506-0251
Missouri state website for jobs and training. The official workforce resource website for the State of Missouri. Extensive job listings.
MASSIVE OPEN ONLINE COURSES (MOOC)
Free online courses available for anyone to enroll. MOOCs provide an affordable and flexible way to learn new skills and obtain a degree in higher education. Thousands of courses available. In partnership with www.edx.org
MISSOURI STATE WEBSITE
For jobs and training. The official workforce resource website for the State of Missouri. Extensive job listings.
www.jobs.mo.gov/
MISSOURI UNEMPLOYMENT WEBSITE
wwww.moclaim.mo.gov
To apply, check for benefits, obtain information, etc.
MISSOURI WORKS INITIATIVE
mwww.woworksinitiative.org/ 573-536-2237
Pre-apprenticeship training for careers in construction union trades. Missouri Works Initiative: Workforce development and career opportunities. Also assists laid off union workers.
NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
www.nga-careers.webflow.io/?gad_source=1
Recruitment Questions: 571-557-1999
NGA and SLATE JOBS
www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/slate/index.cfm
SCHOLARSHIPS
www.myscholarshipcentral.org
A website that connects students to financial resources for college. Search tool to find scholarships and interest-free loan programs.
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Start Up Resources
www.score.org/resource/list-startup-resources 314-539-6600
Many resources and opportunities to receive a mentor.
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A RED CIRCLE
6439 Plymouth Ave., Suite #W130, St. Louis, MO 63133
www.aredcircle.org 314-328-2286
Founded to address racial injustice and inequality in the North St. Louis County region. Five focus areas are: employment, education, holistic living, policy, and the arts.
AFRICAN PEOPLE'S DEFENSE FUND
4101 W. Florissant Ave., St. Louis, MO 63115
www.apedf.org 314-380-8016
Workforce Program creates jobs for those re-entering from the prison system. Other community-based programs, including a community garden and basketball court, and bakery.
AGCMO
Associated General Contractors of Missouri
STL Construction Career Center
www.agcmo.org 314-781-2356
6330 Knox Industrial Dr, Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63139
The STL Construction Career Center provides education to the St. Louis community regarding the value of and the opportunities for Careers in Construction and functions as a clearing house of information, resources, and support services for those entering the construction trades.
AMERICORPS
1315 Ann Ave., St. Louis, MO 63104
www.americorpsstl.org 314-772-9002
Year-round recruitment for people to work in disaster relief and other projects.
BETTER FAMILY LIFE
Cultural, Educational and Business Center (Headquarters)
5415 Page Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
www.betterfamilylife.org 314-367-3440
Missouri Work Assistance and other programs including, SkillUP, Call Center Representative Certification, and business start-up training. Also a micro business loan program. Three more locations.
BRIDGE BREAD
2639 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.bridgebread.org 314-296-3077
Supportive employment. Products made by hand. Provides job opportunities for people experiencing homelessness or those who are housing insecure.
CANTERBURY ENTERPRISES, INC.
7228 Weil Ave., St. Louis, MO 63119
www.canterburyinc.org 314-781-3999
Sheltered workshop. Employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities.
CAASTL
Community Action Agency of Saint Louis County
2709 Woodson Rd., Overland, MO 63114
www.caastlc.org 314-863-0015
St. Louis County services including job readiness workshops, immigrant case management, housing assistance, mental health programs, utility assistance, and a food pantry by appointment.
COLLEGE BOUND
110 North Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103
www.collegeboundstl.org 314-361-4441
Provides middle and high school students and their families with early information and resources on how to plan, prepare, pay for and pursue a college education.
COLLEGE CHURCH OUTREACH PROGRAM
St. Francis Xavier College Church
3628 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
www.sfxstl.org/outreach 314-266-9557
Every Tuesday 9am - 1pm.
They assist with both birth certificates and Missouri State IDs.
Last appointment 12:45.
COMMUNITY MEDIATION SERVICES OF ST. LOUIS
225 Saint Louis Ave., Unit 35116, Ferguson, MO 63135
www.mediationstl.org 314 884-8479
Confidential and private mediations for a variety of family and relationship conflicts, in addition to parenting plans, tenant-landlord, community, and small business disputes. Online mediation available. Referrals from other agencies welcome. (COUNTY ONLY)
CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTER ST. LOUIS
20 S. Sarah St., St. Louis, MO 63108
www.stlresolutioncenter.org 314-255-7449
Professional dispute resolution services that are accessible to all. Neutral facilitators assist individuals or groups in conflict --such as noise or property upkeep, supervisor and employee disputes, neighborhood and zoning issues. (CITY ONLY)
CONNECTIONS TO SUCCESS and DRESS FOR SUCCESS
5615 Pershing Avenue, Suite 20, St. Louis, MO 63112
www.connectionstosuccess.org 636-940-8027
Monday-Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Both organizations provide clothing for job interviews and outfits for starting work before the first paycheck. Also, counseling and job readiness. They work with men and women who have been incarcerated, as well as other job seekers. Call to make an appointment if possible.
CONSTRUCTION CAREER DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (CCDI)
2199 Innerbelt Business Center Dr., St. Louis, MO 63114
www.ccdi.org 314-258-2460
On the job training, mentoring, apprenticeships, job placement and more. Initiative designed to bring diversity and career development to minority and underrepresented men and women.
EOC/TRIO - EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTERS
4236 Lindell Blvd., Suite 400, St. Louis, MO 63108
www.hecstl.org/trioeoc 800-647-1891
East St. Louis Location: 618-210-9585
Part of the federally-funded TRIO program. Provides college, career, financial aid and financial literacy advising to assist individuals in furthering their education beyond high school. Free of charge.
Several locations
EMPLOYMENT CONNECTION
2838 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63103 314-333-5627
715 Northwest Plaza Dr., St. Ann, MO 63074 314-615-6015
www.employmentstl.org
Free employment services to ex-offenders and persons who have a barrier to finding and maintaining employment, and to St. Louis area businesses who are seeking qualified job applicants. World of Work (WOW) virtual and in-person classes. Services provided include: GED classes, on-site job fairs, placement services, homeless veterans program, disabled veterans program. Bring ID.
FAMILY AND WORKFORCE CENTERS OF AMERICA/MET CENTER
6347 Plymouth Ave., Wellston, MO 63133
www.fwca-stl.com 314-377-0495
Monday - Friday 8am-4pm.
Call or check website for more locations.
READY4LIFE skill-based training providing internships, employment opportunities, healthy relationship and job-readiness skills. GED opportunities. Must be 14-24 years old.
Employment/Job Training: Work-readiness and healthy relationship skills, job training, trade or skill certification, GED opportunity, and employment placement. Missouri Workforce Assistance. All ages are welcome.
FATHERS and FAMILIES SUPPORT CENTER
1601 Olive St., St. Louis, MO 63103
www.fatherssupportcenter.org 314-333-4170
Areas of focus include job readiness and retention skills, culminating in job placement. Participants are paired with trained mentors who provide support and guidance in finding employment as well as teaching family life skills. Other programs include a legal clinic and youth leadership.
Several satellite locations. Check website or call.
GOODWILL EXCEL CENTERS and EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
1727 Locust St., St. Louis, MO 63103 314-655-4820
3180 N Hwy 67, Florissant, MO 63033 314-967-2005
www.excel.mersgoodwill.org
Accredited tuition-free high school that gives adults the opportunity to earn an actual high school diploma. While earning their diploma, students earn college credits and a variety of industry-recognized certifications. Free on-site daycare. More locations outstate.
HARAMBEE YOUTH TRAINING
1142 Hodiamont Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112
www.restorestlouis.org/ 314-726-2302
Job training and skill development in construction trades with a concentration on tuckpointing. For ages 12 - 18. After school and summer programs available. Operated by New City Fellowship.
INDUSTRIAL AID
4417 Oleatha Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116
www.industrialaid.com 314-773-3200
Industrial Aid is an extended employment sheltered workshop employing individuals with disabilities to perform subcontract packaging and assembly in a supportive, light-industrial environment.
JOB CORPS CENTER
3860 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63120
www.stlouis.jobcorps.gov 314-679-2021
Job Corps is a no-cost education and career technical training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that provides career technical and academic training for ages 16 through 24.
KHAN ACADEMY
Free online courses in just about anything. Math, computer programming, grammar, science, history, SAT®, AP®, and much more. Now offers tutoring through AI.
www.khanacademy.org
LAUNCHCODE
4811 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
www.launchcode.org 314-254-0107
Learn coding, data analysis and software and web development. Non-profit organization that provides classes, mentoring, apprenticeships and job placement in computer technology. Free classes. Employer pays the fee when student is placed in a job. Apply on line to start the process.
LIFEWISE STL
1321 S. 11th St. St. Louis, MO 63104
www.lifewisestl.org 314-421-0400
Many programs and classes offered in English and Spanish, including Financial Stability, English, Maternal Mental Health, Social Capital Building, Health & Wellness.
MERS GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
1727 Locust St., St. Louis, MO 63103
www.mersgoodwill.org 314-241-3464
Many programs and locations, including services for veterans. Juvenile Justice helps youth in juvenile detention centers find employment and obtain a GED.
MISSION: ST. LOUIS
3108 N Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63107
www.missionstl.org 314-534-1188
Job & Leadership Training (JLT) program four times per year, recruiting adult males seeking access to comprehensive professional and personal skill-building. Includes stipend and bonus upon completion, if eligible. Sessions focus on hard and soft skills, such as resume creation, networking, mentoring, self care, conflict management and participants’ roles within their families and communities.
MISSOURI JOB CENTERS
4040 Seven Hills Dr., Suite 166 Florissant, MO 63033
www.jobs.mo.gov/career-centers 314-475-7900
For those looking for a job and employers needing workers. Many more locations.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
3315 West Truman Blvd., Room 213
P.O. Box 504 Jefferson City, MO 65102
www.labor.mo.gov 800-735-2966
Information about wages, unemployment compensation, etc. and a good source for potential employers looking for incentives to hire individuals with criminal histories.
MOKAN, CCAC (Construction Contractors Assistance Center)
4666 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, MO 63115
www.mokanccac.org 314-454-WORK (9675)
Pre-apprentice programs, training services, business development, loans and more to increase minority and women participation in construction projects.
MOLearns
13157 N. Olive Spur Road, St. Louis, MO 63141
www.molearns.com. 314-415-4935
Free online preparation for HSE (formerly GED) including math, reading, grammar, science, social studies for Missouri residents, at least 17 years old. Students need the ability to go into an onsite class to take the assessment tests and must have a computer with internet access. Smart phones are not recommended for online studying. In addition, MOLearns is available to students who have a high school diploma, but want to improve their reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
MOWIT-Missouri Women In Trades
6301 Knox Industrial Drive, 1st Floor, St. Louis, MO 63139
www.mowit.org. 636-926-6948
An organization for women who are currently in or would like to be working in the construction trades. The website provides information on choosing a trade, training, and child care.
MTC TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING
12000 Missouri Bottom Rd., Hazelwood, MO 63042
www.truckdrivertraining.com 314-895-4111
Obtain a Commercial Driver's License. Training is paid for if you agree to work for one of their companies for 18 months. Other locations.
NPOWER MISSOURI
3140 Cass Ave., St. Louis, MO 63106
www.npower.org
Tuition-free, hands-on training, social support, industry-recognized certifications and job placement services for technology careers for young adults (aged 18-26) and transitioning service members. Located on the campuses of Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) and St. Louis Community College.
NEAR SOUTHSIDE EMPLOYMENT COALITION
2649 Pestalozzi St., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.nsecworks.org 314-865-4453
Training and job placement services. History of working successfully with ex-offenders. Develop computer skills and interviewing. Social services referrals through a near south side social services network as needed. Services include job referrals and placement, job readiness skills training offered in conjunction with local employers, life skills classes, summer job opportunities for youth, and career planning and assessment for all clients.
NEW LIFE EVANGELISTIC CENTER (NLEC)
2428 Woodson Rd., Overland, MO 63114
www.newlifeevangelisticcenter.org/ 314-421-3020 or 800-334-3276
Residential Training Programs for men and women, including safe houses. Each student has access to a variety of classes and resources to address the specific challenges leading to homelessness:
NEXUL ACADEMY
7501 Murdoch Ave., Shrewsbury, MO 63119
www.nexulacademy.com 573-340-9293
A 25-week training program in coding and team skills to begin a career in full-stack web development. Tuition deferred until placed in a job, partial scholarships and full grants also available. Classes in Shrewsbury.
NGA WEST- City of St. Louis
NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
www.stlouis-mo.gov/nextNGAwest/index.cfm
www.nga.mil/
www.nga.mil/careers/Your_Career.html
Job opportunity listings and more information on this large city construction project. Recruiting is ongoing for national careers.
PROPEL KITCHENS
6746 Page Ave., Pagedale, MO 63133 (Inside Carter Commons)
www.propelkitchens.org
Nonprofit training, education and social enterprise focused on creating health and wealth with food. Training in culinary skills needed by restaurants and caterers, but also the culinary and business skills necessary to succeed in careers in the broader food service industry and institutional food service companies. Works with local companies for job placement.
RUNG FOR WOMEN
2717 Sidney St., St. Louis, MO 63104
www.rungforwomen.org 314-451-8500
Rung for Women is a 12-month career accelerator program offering technical skills training in advanced manufacturing and technology, career coaching, financial literacy, wellness amenities and much more at no cost to members.
SLATE
MISSOURI JOB CENTERS
SLATE Main Office
1520 Market Street, 3rd Floor, St. Louis, MO 63103
www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/slate 314-589-8000
South: 2715 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63118
North: 4411 N. Newstead Ave., 2nd Floor, St. Louis, MO 63115
SOUL FISHER MINISTRIES
7267 Natural Bridge Rd., St. Louis, MO 63121
www.thesoulfisherministries.com 314-381-0401
AGAPE: Adult General Academic Program of Education (AGAPE)
Pre and Post Release Program.Begins during incarceration and is based on the Adult Continuing Education program currently being implemented by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Faith-based transitional housing program. Offers free mandatory educational programs.
STL WORKS
www.stl.works
Employment and training initiative for high school students and beyond in the fields of tech, health care, manufacturing and the trades. High paying entry-level jobs without a college degree. Partnering with regional employers. Apply for information and mentoring on line.
ST. LOUIS CONSTRUCTION COOPERATIVE
2300 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139
www.stlouisconstructioncooperative.org/construction-careers/. 314-588-7511
Information about working in the construction trades, including apprenticeships.
ST LOUIS PUBLIC LIBRARIES: CITY AND COUNTY
CAREER ONLINE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM (COHS)
Nationally accredited high school diploma, and career certificates offered in Child Care and Education; Certified Protection Officer, (Security); Office Management; Commercial Driving; Homeland Security; General Career Preparation; Retail Customer Service; Food and Hospitality. Up to 18 months to complete the program.
www.slcl.org/cohs
THOMAS DUNN LEARNING CENTER
3113 Gasconade St., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.tdunn.org 314-353-3050
Community learning center. Computer and art labs, HiSet classes, library, a training kitchen and more.
URBAN LEAGUE
1408 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63113
www.ulstl.com/economic-opportunity.html#/ 314-615-3600
Various educational programs including HiSet and Head Start. Many locations.
VOC REHAB/VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
220 S Jefferson St., Room 110, St. Louis, MO 63103
www.dese.mo.gov/adult-learning-rehabilitation-services/vocational-rehabilitation
314-877-2940
Employment and training services.Guidance and Counseling;Job-Seeking Skills and Job Placement; Vocational Training. VR also provides assistance with Transition Services, Supported Employment Services, Rehabilitation Technology Services, and the Ticket to Work Program.
WOMEN IN CHARGE
6930 Olive Blvd., University City, MO 63130
www.womenincharge.org 314-432-7300
Many programs, including HiSet classes(formerly GED), mentoring, counseling, career development, nutrition, Yoga, financial literacy and more.
The WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS GROUP
St. Louis Community Colleges
Various College Locations
www.stlcc.edu/workforce. 314-984-7777
Opportunities for workforce development by partnering with area businesses. Industry-specific training in partnership with the college’s campuses and local employers to help adults retrain for in-demand occupations in shorter duration formats.
YOUTHBUILD ST. LOUIS Operation Excel YouthBuild
93 North Oaks Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63121
www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/slate/youth/youthbuild.cfm
314-261-0202
Alternative education, construction training, employment, and leadership. 18-24.