At the Loring and Penobscot Job Corps Centers, students have the opportunity to change the direction of their lives by learning the skills to start a successful career. We'll make sure they have all the tools and resources they need to do just that.
- Job Corps’ training and education opportunities are available at no cost to all eligible students.
- Job Corps is a self-paced program. Whether it takes eight months or two years to finish their program, we will work with our students every step of the way.
- Job Corps provides students three meals a day, basic medical care, clothes and supplies needed for their training. All students also receive a small stipend.
- From their fellow students to the instructors and staff members, Job Corps students are supported every step of the way as they get after their goals.
Generally, Job Corps students:
- are 16 through 24 years old
- are low-income individuals
- meet citizenship, residency, DACA or other approved status requirements
- meet background requirements
- are ready and motivated to succeed
Applicable Counties
- Statewide
What to expect
Click the links to explore training programs available at Maine's two Job Corps Centers. When you're ready, an Admissions Services staff member can walk you through the process.