Local Career Services
Free in-person help with your job search in Salinas, Monterey, Santa Cruz, and surrounding areas.
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Workforce Development Centers
These centers offer free career counseling, training referrals, and job search assistance.
Monterey County Workforce Development Board
Employment and training services for Monterey County.
Workforce Santa Cruz County
Career services for Santa Cruz County residents.
San Benito County Workforce Development
Employment services for San Benito County.
America's Job Centers
Free access to computers, job listings, resume help, and career workshops. Walk-ins welcome.
America's Job Center - Salinas
America's Job Center - Santa Cruz
America's Job Center - Seaside
Community College Career Centers
Many offer career services to the public, not just students. Resume reviews, mock interviews, and job fairs.
Hartnell College
Career and technical education for Salinas Valley.
Monterey Peninsula College
Career services for Monterey Peninsula area.
Cabrillo College
Career and technical programs for Santa Cruz County.
Libraries with Free Resources
Public libraries offer free computer access, printing, and online learning platforms like LinkedIn Learning.
Salinas Public Library
Monterey Public Library
Santa Cruz Public Libraries
EDD Offices
For unemployment claims and job services. Most services are now online, but in-person help is available.
EDD Office - Salinas
EDD Office - Santa Cruz
Staffing Agencies
Temp agencies can help you find work quickly, often with temp-to-hire opportunities.