Employment & Training

Maine CareerCenter - Portland

Maine Department of Labor

Portland, Maine Career Center
Free, no cost Walk-in welcome By appointment

Free employment and training services including job search assistance, resume help, career counseling, and access to job listings.

Who can use this?

Open to all Maine residents. No income requirements for most services. Some training programs have specific eligibility criteria.

About this resource

Maine CareerCenters provide free employment and training services for job seekers and employers. The Portland location offers career counseling, job search workshops, resume assistance, skills assessments, and connections to training programs. Part of the Maine Department of Labor's statewide CareerCenter network.

Services offered

  • Job search assistance and job listings
  • Resume and cover letter help
  • Career counseling and planning
  • Skills assessments
  • Job training program referrals
  • Unemployment insurance assistance
  • Workshops on interviewing and job skills
  • Employer recruitment events

What to expect

Walk in during business hours or schedule an appointment. Staff will help you create a plan based on your employment goals. Computer stations available for job searching.

What to bring

Resume if you have one, identification, any education or training certificates.

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