Capitola Career Center
2045 40th Avenue
Capitola, CA 95010 (behind Burger King near Capitola Mall)
(831) 464-6286
Employment Development Department (EDD) Workforce Services is one of the world's largest public employment service operations. This EDD program serves approximately one million job seekers who register for services each year and offers a variety of services that bring employers with job openings together with qualified job seekers. Services available to job seekers include:
- Job search workshops that teach skills needed to find and keep a job.
- Assistance with accessing the CalJOBS system.
- Referral to education, training, and supportive services.
Customers may access services through self service or with the assistance of staff. Additionally, Workforce Services offer intensive services to customers with special needs.
PROFILE
PROFILE is an EDD program, is a job club for professional, managerial, and technical job seekers. For information visit the PROFILE office at the career center, the PROFILE website or call (831) 479-0393.
Peninsula Family Services
Peninsula Family Services (PFS) offers employment services for low income seniors (55 years ). Walk-ins welcome from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Monday and Friday, or call (831) 464-6280 for an appointment
Youth Employment Opportunity Program
Youth Employement Opportunity Program (YEP) offers services for youth ages 15-21 to reduce the drop-out rate and support youth in reaching their educational and vocational goals. Complete the application and leave in the box in Career Center lobby or call (831) 464-6281 to schedule an appointment. For more information visit the Santa Cruz County Office of Education Youth Employment Program website.
- Workshops and clinics
- Networking
- Promotion of members to local employers
- Special events and guest speakers
- Office resources, including Internet access
- Part-time job training placement at minimum wage in non-profit agencies