Job and Career Help

We have a new addition to JobNow – Live Unemployment Benefits Assistance. Live unemployment benefits coaches are available to help workers determine unemployment eligibility benefits using state and federal guidelines.

Recently lost your job? File for unemployment benefits through the State of Connecticut Department of Labor. Set up an account here.

After you have filed for unemployment, here are the next steps you need to take.

2-1-1 provides resources for help on a wide range of employment topics, including childcare, filing for unemployment, workers' rights, Job Corps, and more.