How to: Find a job after incarceration

Explore careers

Explore your career options and choose a career direction.

Take a career assessment
Answer a short set of questions about which activities you like and learn about the types of work that may suit you well.

Watch career videos
Find out what people in different careers do, typical wages, tasks, education needed, and more.

See first jobs after incarceration
Some types of jobs are easier to get during reentry. Find out what they are and the skills and experience you would need to qualify.

Get ideas for self-employment
Working for yourself can be a good path for people who have a record. Is it a good fit for you? Check out these business ideas.

On your worksheet:Write in details for your top 3 interests, and your top 4-8 career ideas from what you've learned.

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