Job seekers looking for training, career coaching and employment support can find free assistance through a variety of St. Louis-area organizations. Services vary by program and may include resume preparation, interview coaching, transportation assistance, career training and job placement support.
Better Family Life Inc.
Who it’s for: Recipients of SNAP, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and other eligible assistance programs.
Programs: SkillUP and Missouri Work Assistance
Services:
• Workplace ethics training
• Resume development
• Transportation assistance
Contact: Errol Bush, employment manager, (314) 376-3440
Fathers & Families Support Center
Who it’s for: Parents seeking employment and job-readiness support.
Program: Employment Development & Mentoring Program (EDMP)
Services:
• Resume development
• Mock interviews
• Career coaching
• Job placement assistance
Contact: (314) 333-4322
Mission: St. Louis
Who it’s for: Adults ages 18 and older.
Program: Beyond Jobs
Services:
• Skills training
• Professional attire assistance
• Transportation assistance
Contact: (314) 534-1188
St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment (SLATE)
Who it’s for: Individuals of all ages and abilities.
Programs: Various workforce training, youth employment and career development programs.
Services:
• Career training
• Financial assistance for eligible participants
• Job-search assistance
• Professional workshops
Contact: (314) 589-8000
St. Louis Job Corps Center
Who it’s for: Young adults ages 16-24.
Programs: Several
Services:
• Housing assistance
• Child care assistance
• Hands-on career training
Contact: (314) 679-6200
Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis
Program: Save Our Sons, Save Our Sisters
Who it’s for: Eligibility varies by program.
Services:
• Transportation assistance
• Professional attire assistance
• Services available at multiple locations
Contact: (314) 615-3600