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Vermont Returnship Program

Like an internship, a returnship is a short-term on-the-job work experience, though a returnship is geared for adults who are reentering the workforce after time away from their careers. The Vermont Returnship Program helps identify your transferable skills, job skills, and training needs before matching you with an employer. Here are the program highlights for participants:

  • Assessments and career counseling
  • Individualized three-week returnship with employer
  • Paid stipend

The program is a between Associates for Training & Development and the Vermont Department of Labor.

Senior Community Service Employment Program

If you are 55 years old or older and looking to get back into the workforce, the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is one place to look for support. The SCSEP enrolls job seekers in paid training positions at public and non-profit organizations.

  • Positions are temporary and approximately 20 hours per week
  • Participants receive the minimum wage
  • Training is provided to participants and many earn industry-recognized certifications

Career Resource Centers

Work with a Vermont Department of Labor career counselor virtually or in-person free of charge. Anyone looking for a job can use the resource centers to access:

  • computers and the internet
  • information about education and training
  • information about employers
  • career guidance

People working at the centers can help answer your questions and support you through your process to get and keep a job. To get started, find your local Vermont Department of Labor career center, call (802) 828-4394, or complete the Job Seeker Inquiry Form.

Living with Disability Career Support

HireAbility Vermont (formerly VocRehab) is an employment and career development resource for Vermonters living with a disability. You can work with a counselor to help you with any aspect of your job or career journey. The staff can give you support with:

  • Assistive technology for anyone living with a disability
  • Benefits counseling so you can access your Social Security benefits
  • Planning your path to employment after release from a jail
  • Finding a job as a mature worker
  • Trying out a new employer in a safe environment
  • Counseling for people with deaf gain
  • Planning after high school
  • Job support for people living with a disability

Learn IT 2 Work

Learn IT 2 Work provides Vermonters who have little or no computer skills the basics needed for a job search process and in a workplace. You can learn how to operate a computer, create documents, navigate the internet (including applying for positions), and use emails. The program is delivered by A4TD and is:

  • 20 hours, delivered over 4-5 days
  • Limited to about 10 participants per session
  • Structured for one-on-one mentoring and small group practice

Assistive Technology Program

The Vermont Assistive Technology Program (VATP) helps people with disabilities of all ages find tools to overcome barriers at school, home, and work.

VATP allows you to try out tools at centers throughout the state. Equipment is also free to borrow for 30 days.

Regional Tryout Centers are located in Burlington and Waterbury, with a center in Southern Vermont available by appointment only.