NYC Benefits Resources

Provides temporary income to eligible workers in New York State who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and are ready, willing, and able to work. As of May 2025, the maximum weekly benefit rate is $504. Claim processing times may vary.

Eligibility: Prior employment history meeting specific earnings and duration requirements. Must be actively seeking employment and available for work.

Offers free job training, career counseling, and job placement services to New Yorkers across all five boroughs. They provide training in various in-demand industries, including healthcare, technology, and construction. Upcoming workshops in June 2025 focus on resume writing and interview skills.

Focus: Skill development, job readiness, and connections to employers.

Provides a range of employment services, including job readiness training, placement assistance, and career advancement support, with several locations in Manhattan. They are hosting a virtual job fair for retail and hospitality positions on May 15, 2025.

Focus: Job placement, vocational training, and support services.

Offers sector-focused job training programs in industries such as transportation, manufacturing, and healthcare. BWI is currently enrolling for their Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training program starting in June 2025.

Focus: Industry-specific skills training and job placement.

Provides free legal services to low-income New Yorkers regarding employment issues, such as wage theft, discrimination, and wrongful termination. They are hosting a webinar on employee rights on May 22, 2025.

Focus: Legal assistance related to employment.

Offers various programs to connect Queens residents with job opportunities and provide support for small businesses. Their upcoming job fair on June 5, 2025, will feature employers from the hospitality and tourism sectors.

Focus: Job placement, small business support, and workforce development initiatives.

Offers short-term training programs in fields such as healthcare, IT, and business administration. New cohorts for their Medical Assistant and IT Support Specialist programs begin in July 2025.

Focus: Short-term skills training and career advancement.

Provides job search assistance, resume workshops, and connections to local employers for Staten Island residents. They have partnered with several local businesses for immediate hiring needs in the transportation and logistics industries in May 2025.

Focus: Job search assistance and employer connections.