The 10 Best Free Job And Resume Help in Washington, DC
Washington, DC has more free job and resume help than anyone realises, scattered across venues and buried in calendars that are a chore to search. These are our picks — the ones that run on a schedule you can plan around, for job seekers. Each links to the official listing so you can confirm the details before you go.
Anacostia Neighborhood Library
Resume Review
Monday, Thursday
Join us for assistance learning the basics of creating a resume. Register to learn how to create a successful resume, find templates and resources to write a resume, or have a current resume reviewed. Be ready for the up
Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Neighborhood Library
Job Seekers Clinic
Wednesdays
If you are a job seeker in need of help with your job search process, the Job Seekers Drop-In Clinic will provide you with individual assistance with: Creating an E-mail account Establishing a job board account Building
Job Seekers Resources
Thursday
StreetWise is partnering with the DC Public Library to advance our shared mission of supporting local job seekers. Through this partnership, Streetwise shall introduce participants to access free digital workspaces, expe
Benning (Dorothy I. Height) Neighborhood Library
Workforce Champions
Thursdays
Benning Neighborhood Library is offering Workforce Champions Job Clinic to help library customers understand the current job market, latest job trends, in demand skills and certifications and utilizing online platforms t
Capitol View Neighborhood Library
Workforce Friday
Fridays
Creating an E-mail account (may need your cell phone to verify account set-up) Building and typing your resume Establishing a job board account Completing an online job application NorthStar Digital Literacy Assessment(s
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library
Computer Basics & NorthStar
Monday, Saturday
The computer is used to create documents, like résumés, and to conduct online job searches. Seats are limited to 16 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. Please arrive a half-hour e
Job Seekers Clinic
Thursdays
The clinic will be held in Computer Lab on the 2nd Floor of the newly renovated Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. Seats are limited to 8 participants at a time for spacing and will be filled on a first-come, first
Northeast Neighborhood Library
We Care Peer Support Specialist
Fridays
Our peers can help with job searching, benefits, housing referrals, help getting a DC ID, vital documents, clothing, food, and other resources. Ask for a peer at the information desk. All are welcome.
Northwest One Neighborhood Library
Resume Building for Beginners
Monday, Thursday
Northwest One Library presents Resume Building for Beginners. This program will consist of helping individuals who has never created and/or have a resume build their first resume. This program will have two sessions ever
Shepherd Park (Juanita E. Thornton) Neighborhood Library
Adult Professional Resume Crafting
Tuesday
Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help you create a professional resume that stands out. Learn expert tips for formatting, tailoring your resume to job applications, and avoiding common mistakes. Perfect for ad
Compiled from each organisation's own public calendar. Details change — confirm before you go. Last updated: 2026-08-18.
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