What is an American Job Center?

Free walk-in career center funded by the US Department of Labor. Services include job search help, resume writing, interview practice, computer access, WIOA training grants, and direct employer connections. Nearly 2,400 centers nationwide — find yours at careeronestop.org.

Can I get help if I have a record?

Yes. Many states have reentry employment programs; the Center for Employment Opportunities runs transitional jobs in 30+ cities. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit incentivizes employers to hire formerly-incarcerated workers. Fair Chance laws in many states restrict early background checks.

What's an apprenticeship?

Paid on-the-job training combined with classroom instruction leading to a journey-level credential. Common in trades (electrician, plumber, carpenter, HVAC) but expanding into healthcare, IT, and finance. Earn while you learn — no student debt. Find programs at apprenticeship.gov.

What if I'm on unemployment?

You likely qualify for free reemployment services through your American Job Center and for WIOA-funded training while receiving benefits. Dislocated worker services are priority for anyone laid off — including severance, retraining, and relocation support.

Job & Career in Delaware

10 verified resources.

About Job & Career for Fathers

Job and career resources for fathers run through the American Job Center (AJC) network — there are roughly 2,400 physical locations nationwide, every one of which offers free services. AJCs provide job search assistance, resume and interview help, WIOA-funded training (often up to

0,000+ in tuition and fees for in-demand occupations), and connections to apprenticeships. Every state has a workforce agency that oversees unemployment insurance, labor market information, and rapid response services for laid-off workers. Registered Apprenticeship programs pay workers while they train for skilled trades (electrician, plumber, HVAC, heavy equipment, and increasingly healthcare and IT). For formerly incarcerated fathers, state Department of Labor reentry programs and organizations like the Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provide transitional jobs and placement. This directory includes AJCs, workforce boards, apprenticeship programs, and reentry services.

Job & Career in Delaware

Delaware Family Court handles custody, visitation, and child support statewide through three county courthouses (New Castle, Kent, Sussex). The Division of Child Support Services operates under DSS. Delaware's small size means one consistent state system. Community Legal Aid Society (CLASI) and Legal Services Corporation of Delaware offer free legal representation.

10 Resources

1. Delaware JobLink — Free

Delaware's online job board connecting job seekers with employers across the state through the Department of Labor. Fathers can create a profile, upload resumes, and apply to openings at any hour. In-person help is available at American Job Centers statewide. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and a resume when visiting a center. The service is free; employers pay to post, and job seekers never pay to use it.

(302) 761-8000 · Online platform · 24/7 online · Visit Website

2. Goodwill of Delaware — Career Services — Free

Job training, career counseling, and employment placement services from Goodwill's East Lea Boulevard office in Wilmington. Programs include resume help, job readiness classes, and connections to employer partners. Fathers can walk in or call during weekday business hours to ask about current cohorts. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, and any prior resumes or work history to the initial career services meeting.

(302) 761-4640 · 300 E Lea Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website

3. Lutheran Community Services — Employment Program — Free

Job readiness training and employment assistance for underserved Wilmington community members, delivered from the North Broom Street office. Staff help fathers build resumes, practice interviewing, and connect with employer partners. Walk-in intake is available during weekday business hours. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, prior work history, and any certifications or training documents to the first appointment.

(302) 654-8886 · 903 N Broom St, Wilmington, DE 19806 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

4. Delaware TANF Employment Program — Free

Employment services and job training for Delaware TANF recipients working toward self-sufficiency, administered through DHSS on North DuPont Highway in New Castle. Fathers enrolled in TANF meet with case managers for work plans, training referrals, and job search support. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards for each household member, existing TANF case number, and recent pay stubs or benefits letters to appointments.

(800) 372-2022 · 1901 N DuPont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

5. Year Up Wilmington — Free

One-year workforce training program for young adults ages 18 to 26 leading to professional career tracks in IT, financial services, and related fields, based on West 10th Street in Wilmington. Fathers who qualify earn a stipend during training and an internship placement. Bring photo ID, high school diploma or GED, and any prior college transcripts to the application interview. Full-time schedule required for the year.

(302) 407-5300 · 100 W 10th St, Wilmington, DE 19801 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Delaware Small Business Development Center — Free

Free business counseling, training, and technical assistance for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners statewide, headquartered at Innovation Way in Newark. Fathers thinking about self-employment can schedule no-cost consulting sessions. Bring photo ID, a basic business idea or plan, prior tax returns if already operating, and any financial statements to make counseling sessions focused and actionable during weekday hours.

(302) 831-1555 · 1 Innovation Way Suite 301, Newark, DE 19711 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm · Visit Website

7. Delaware Apprenticeship Program — Free

Registered apprenticeship programs in trades, technology, and healthcare offering earn-while-you-learn pathways through the Delaware Department of Labor on North Market Street in Wilmington. Apprentices combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. Fathers interested in the trades should call during weekday hours. Bring photo ID, high school diploma or GED, and a driver's license or transportation plan to intake.

(302) 761-8117 · 4425 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

8. ACCE — Delaware Career Training — Free

Vocational training programs in healthcare, IT, and the trades for Delaware adults seeking career changes, based on Baynard Boulevard in Wilmington. Programs vary in length and often include job placement support after completion. Fathers can call during weekday business hours to ask about current cohorts. Bring photo ID, high school diploma or GED, Social Security card, and any prior training certificates to intake.

(302) 764-8892 · 2005 Baynard Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

9. Delaware Prison Reentry Employment Program — Free

Employment services for formerly incarcerated Delaware residents reintegrating into the workforce, coordinated through the Department of Correction on McKee Road in Dover. Services include job readiness training, background-friendly employer lists, and navigation of occupational licensing rules. Fathers returning home should bring photo ID, release paperwork, and any vocational certificates earned during incarceration to intake.

(302) 255-9399 · 245 McKee Rd, Dover, DE 19904 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

10. Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation — Free

State agency helping Delaware adults with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment, operating from the North Market Street office in Wilmington. Services include vocational evaluation, training funds, and job coaching. Fathers with a physical, mental, or learning disability can call for intake. Bring photo ID, medical or diagnostic documentation, Social Security Disability letters if applicable, and any prior work history.

(302) 761-8275 · 4425 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802 · Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm · Visit Website

Job & Career — Common Questions

What is an American Job Center?: Free walk-in career center funded by the US Department of Labor. Services include job search help, resume writing, interview practice, computer access, WIOA training grants, and direct employer connections. Nearly 2,400 centers nationwide — find yours at careeronestop.org.
Can I get help if I have a record?: Yes. Many states have reentry employment programs; the Center for Employment Opportunities runs transitional jobs in 30+ cities. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit incentivizes employers to hire formerly-incarcerated workers. Fair Chance laws in many states restrict early background checks.
What's an apprenticeship?: Paid on-the-job training combined with classroom instruction leading to a journey-level credential. Common in trades (electrician, plumber, carpenter, HVAC) but expanding into healthcare, IT, and finance. Earn while you learn — no student debt. Find programs at apprenticeship.gov.
What if I'm on unemployment?: You likely qualify for free reemployment services through your American Job Center and for WIOA-funded training while receiving benefits. Dislocated worker services are priority for anyone laid off — including severance, retraining, and relocation support.