The following Austin nonprofit organizations help individuals look for employment.
Austin Academy
2101 S. IH 35, Suite 127
Austin, TX 78741
512-326-8655
Services: Job readiness training, adult basic education, computer literacy and GED classes.
Austin Area Urban League
La Costa Green Building
1033 La Posada Drive, Suite 150
Austin, TX 78752
512-478-7176
Services: Job readiness training, resume development, computer skills classes.
info@aaul.org
Capital IDEA
P.O. Box 1784
Austin TX 78767
512-457-8610 ext. 0
CapitalIDEA@CapitalIDEAInc.com
DeWitty Job Training and Employment Center
2209 Rosewood Ave., Ste. 205
512-472-5718
Services: Job listings, employment advice and counseling, resume writing assistance, computer classes, GED and adult education classes.
First Workers' Day Labor Program
4916 North IH-35
512-453-3712
Services: Matches laborers with employers for temporary, labor-intensive employment.
Job Searching Sites
Services: Web site links to Austin area employers and job listings.
WorkinTexas.com
The Texas Workforce Commission's site allows one to search and apply for public and private industry positions online.
Worksource Austin
Various Career Centers in Austin and the surrounding area.
Phone: See listings for Career Centers.
Services: Job seeking services online and in person at Career Centers, job listings, career research, resume writing assistance.