Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (jobs.ct.gov), checked Aug 21, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Career ConneCTPeople seeking free training for popular careers and job skills in four to 24 weeks.
- CTHiresPeople looking for employment who want to search jobs, write a resume, and find educational opportunities.
- American Job CentersJob seekers who need one-on-one job help from online and in-person career counselors.
- Career help by affinityCommunities seeking State resources to help find jobs and training.
- Career help by needPeople who need help finding jobs and training, including programs offering housing, childcare, transportation, and more.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to Connecticut veterans and transitioning service members; some programs require a service-connected disability or recent separation. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (jobs.ct.gov), checked Aug 21, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Open Jobs.CT.gov and choose the kind of help you need, such as Find Jobs, Prepare to Apply, Training & Education, or Career Support.
- Select a service to access: sign up for Career ConneCT, create a CTHires account, or visit American Job Centers.
- If you want training, register for Career ConneCT to earn job skills.
- If you want job search tools, create a CTHires account to search jobs, write a resume, and find educational opportunities.
- If you want personal assistance, visit American Job Centers for online or in-person help from career counselors.
- Use the site's job search, resume, cover letter, interview, and training resources to complete your next steps.
What to expect
The program's site says Career ConneCT gives free training for popular careers and that training can take four to 24 weeks. It also says American Job Centers offer one-on-one online and in-person job help.
Contact
- Call the VA Education (GI Bill) Hotline at 1-888-442-4551Questions about GI Bill and VA education benefits.
- Serves all of Connecticut
Next step
See every Connecticut program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Official government website (jobs.ct.gov). Details can change; confirm directly with the program.