Refugee, Parolee, and New American Services

We understand that you have endured a great hardship in the process of getting to the United States. The Vermont Department of Labor is here to help connect you with resources to find employment in Vermont.

Please contact the Vermont Department of Labor (email Labor.Refugee@vermont.gov) for more information and resources to support employment.

Free Employment Services

Important note: interpretation and translation services are available for all services listed below

Professional skill, interest, education, and work history assessments that can be used to enroll in many programs
Resume development and review
Career and job research, exploration, and counseling
Employability planning including setting of short and long-term goals
Information and assistance in enrolling in Registered Apprenticeship Programs
Direct referrals for enrollment in state and federally funded training programs
Job search coaching and assistance
Vermont JobLink registration and access
Practice sessions to prepare for job interviews (Mock Interviews)
Referrals and personalized connections to resources offered by other partners
Employment preparation training and coaching
Assistance in creating email addresses and other online accounts (video conferencing, etc.)
Professional coaching in completing job applications and cover letters
Registration and referrals to job fairs and hiring events
Workshop enrollment for resume writing, interviewing skills, networking
Free access to phones, computers, scanners, copiers, printers, resume paper in local Job Centers
Personalized referrals and connections to job opportunities and informational interviews

Program Support Services

Important note: interpretation and translation services are available for all services listed below

Transportation Support (bus passes, taxi services, stipends or reimbursements for individualized services, automotive repairs such as tire or battery replacement, car insurance, etc.)
New Driver Expenses (license or permit testing; registration and licensing of vehicles, etc.) (moving closer to the above point since its related)
Fees related to New Certifications (Commercial Driver’s License Fees, Test and Licensing Fees, etc.) (again, moving up to group transportation together)
Dependent Care Support (limited reimbursement for child or “kin” care services)
Work-Related Resources (clothing, tools, watches, protective eye/ear devices, etc.)
Education or Occupational Training Tuition Assistance
Health/Medical exams – including immunizations
Mental Health, Financial, or Other Counseling Services
Educational Supports (Books, Fees, Tutoring, etc.)
Personal Needs (Haircuts, Personal Hygiene items, etc.)
Translation of Employment- and Training-Related Materials