Empowering and sustaining a diverse workforce, which enables all sectors of the community to achieve economic and social stability. RTs ≠ endorsements.
In its 43rd year,
@MBSYEP
plans to serve 14,200 youth through a hybrid in-person and virtual workforce development experience. The application for MBSYEP 2022 launches January 28, 2022 at 12 pm. Visit for more information.
DC DOES
#BHM
: Today, we celebrate Stewart Daniel Hoban. Hoban was a
#DC
architect & educator who taught future generations of architects in
#DC
at the Armstrong Vocational HS and is known for his work as the architect for the renovation of the Old Post Office Pavilion.
Congratulations to DOES' Thennie Freeman, Associate Director of
@MBSYEP
, for winning the 19th Annual Cafritz Award. The
@CafritzFdn
recognizes government employees for their outstanding performance and exemplary service.
#DCPaidFamilyLeave
is here! Now, workers employed in the District of Columbia don’t have to choose between their job and caring for themselves or a loved one! To learn if you qualify and how to apply for benefits, visit
#ReadyforPFL
#paidfamilyleave
Federal workers affected by the partial federal government shutdown may file for unemployment benefits today by calling🤳(202) 478-5937 or visiting our American Job Center HQ, Monday-Friday from 8:30a to 6:30p, & online 🖥️ anytime at
#GovernmentShutdown
District youth ages 14 – 24, get ready!
The 45th annual Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program is almost here!
The application opens on Monday, January 22, 2024, at 12:00 PM.
To learn more, visit .
#MBSYEP2024
Are you ready to be a part of this years’
@MBSYEP
! The application opens for youth ages 14-24 and businesses interested in becoming host employers on January 31 at 12:00 p.m.
We are aware of a new technical issue that may have affected unemployment benefits payments for some claimants. We are investigating this issue and will provide updates as soon as more information is available. Please continue to look at
Congratulations to DOES Director Dr. Unique Morris-Hughes on being re-elected to the US Conference of Mayors (USCM) Workforce Development Council Board of Trustees!
DC is home to one of the most robust summer youth employment programs in the country.
#MBSYEP2023
is projected to serve over 14,000 District youth this year! We are proud to continue to invest in our future leaders.
#WeAreWashingtonDC
Today,
@MayorBowser
announced that DOES released a $10 million Job Readiness Training Grant Program, which will assist young adults and adult residents facing multiple barriers to employment. Thank you Mayor Bowser for your investment in workforce development.
Nannie Helen Burroughs, a pillar in DC workforce history. Burroughs worked to assist women seeking employment and in 1920, founded the National Association of Wage Earners, focusing particularly on improving wages and working conditions for domestic workers.
#BlackHistoryDC
We celebrated Women’s international Day with empowering conversations from women who are leading infrastructure in the District. Thank you
@DCMOWPI
for hosting two amazing panel discussions.
#InternationalWomensDay
Of course, DOES connects District youth to employment opportunities!
Apply for the Career Ready Early Scholars Program and Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program ➡️ .
Apply for the HBCU Public Service Program ➡️ .
Director Unique Morris-Hughes and Chief of Staff Jason Washington are
#HBCUProud
at
@does_dc
!
#HBCUs
continue to produce talented professionals & contribute to the diversity of our workforce. We're happy to support the development of workers across the District.
#BlackHistoryDC
Are you a DC resident looking for employment opportunities? Join the DC Infrastructure Academy TOMORROW for info sessions on career pathway trainings. Our info sessions are every Tuesday and Thursday.
Register now!
DC Residents, did you know DC’s minimum wage is increasing to $14/hr on July 1st? The tipped wage increases under Mayor Bowser’s Fair Shot Minimum Wage Amendment Act, since 2016, marked DC’s first increase for tipped employees in 20 years. It increases to $4.45/hr on July 1st.
The
#MBSYEP2024
application is now OPEN! District youth ages 14 – 24 can apply TODAY at .
The application deadline is Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 11:59 PM.
Need help completing? Visit us in person TODAY until 5:00 PM.
📍 DOES Headquarters
Are you between the ages of 20-54 and looking for a new career path? DOES is hosting an online orientation for DC Career Connections and Project Empowerment. Register today!
So amazing seeing the youth excited about meeting
@MayorBowser
and
@DMGEOSnowden
! They’re a tad too young for
@MBSYEP
but they are ready for their opportunity next year!
Join us in wishing our Director
@DrUniqueMH
a Happy Birthday! We applaud her leadership in achieving successful milestones at DOES, while ensuring job seekers across the District receive quality customer service.
#VisionForward
#WeGotWorktoDo
We are investigating this issue and will provide updates and details as soon as more information is available. Please continue to look at and our social media pages for updates. We apologize for any inconvenience.
🚨ATTENTION!🚨
Save the date!
The MBSYEP application has been extended until March 6, 2023 at 11:59 PM.
District youth ages 14 – 24 can apply TODAY at .
#MBSYEP2023
If finding employment is one of your New Year Resolutions, we got you covered! Stop by any of our American Job Centers to get info on HOT JOBS and assistance with your job search.
#DCWorks
Come celebrate the kickoff of
@MayorBowser
’s HBCU Public Service Program in partnership with
@HowardU
and
@udc_edu
!
🗓️ Monday, November 13
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 4200 Connecticut Avenue NW
#NAW2023
Looking to connect to your dream career? Meet PreAnn a D.C. Career Connections graduate.
Ms. Walker enrolled in the D.C. Career Connections (DCCC) program through
@DOES_DC
. With the support of DCCC, she obtained a job at Friendship Charter School’s Chamberlain campus. Congrats!
[ICYMI] “When D.C. Residents Come Home From Prison, and Go to Georgetown.” DOES Project Empowerment graduate, DeVaughn Bell, shares with
@Kojoshow
how he received a second chance through
@Georgetown
’s Pivot Program.
#WhyWeWork
Link:
Thank you
@DMGEOSnowden
,
@DC_CFMB
,
@DCMOCRS
,
@KHenderson029
and everyone else who attended this morning’s ribbon cutting for the Transitional Residential Program. Thank you for the support in helping us get all residents on the pathway to the middle class.
Have you been previously incarcerated and are now looking for opportunities to build your career and get back on your feet? The Pivot Program at Georgetown University can help you get there.
➡️
The
#MBSYEP2023
application is now OPEN! District youth ages 14 – 24 can apply TODAY at .
The application deadline is Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at MIDNIGHT.
Women have always played a pivotal role in building DC. Today, 5 women graduated from DCIA and have offers with PEPCO and subcontractors for rewarding, good paying careers." Learn more about DCIA at
🗣️ Attention DC! It’s that time again!
RSVP for the 4th annual DC Citywide Baby Shower!
🗓️ Saturday, April 27
⏰10 AM
📍 Hook Hall
To register, visit .
#TogetherDC
Are you between the ages of 18-24, headed to college, military or other post-secondary education/training, and a 2018
@MBSYEP
participant? APPLY NOW for the Mayor’s Opportunity Scholarship at !
#MBSYEP18
#WeAreWhatWorks
In celebration of
#DCInfrastructureWeek
, we’re proud to join w/
@PepcoConnect
to cut the ribbon on our new utility training yard at
#DCIA
! This first of its kind site in DC will prepare residents for infrastructure jobs by providing hands-on utilities training.
#DCValues
The District has been approved for two additional weeks of Lost Wages Assistance (LWA). If you have already self-certified for weeks 1-4, you do not need to self-certify for weeks 5 & 6. Payments will be disbursed the first week of October. Visit .
The UI system is being updated to reflect
@councilofdc
legislation that waives the UI work search requirement. Claimants should disregard any messages received that their claims will be delayed or denied for this reason.
“We are focused on creating opportunities for all DC residents.”
@MayorBowser
celebrates the first day of
#MBSYEP18
for more than 10,000 District youth + hundreds of area employers.
"Exactly 40 years later, Barry’s vision has thrived, and the summer youth employment program has evolved into something more than just a way for young Washingtonians to earn summer pay."
@DrUniqueMH
@MBSYEP
#MBSYEP40
Read more
FPUC will provide eligible claimants an additional $300 weekly benefit for up to 11 weeks once guidance is received and systems are updated. FPUC is available for weeks of unemployment between December 27, 2020 and March 13, 2021. Visit .
The 2021
@MBSYEP
application is now OPEN! District youth ages 14-24, apply TODAY at .
#Fairshot
Who: District youth ages 14-24
When: January 29, 2021 – February 27, 2021
Where:
Yesterday, DOES kicked off
#MBSYEP2024
applications with
@MayorBowser
! 🚀
Celebrating 45 years of connecting DC's talent to summer jobs.
Watch the recap and apply at .
The fight for statehood cannot be separated from the fight for racial justice. Recent events show why it’s more important than ever for the District to become the 51st state.
#DCStatehood
now!
Know any DC youth, ages 14-24, interested in a summer job? The 2019
#MBSYEP
application CLOSES this Saturday! Don’t miss out! Apply NOW at .
#WhyWeWork
#MBSYEP40
Calling non-profit & for-profit organizations! We have grants available to support innovative workforce development solutions for residents of the District to increase their success rate of entering in and sustaining employment. For more information visit:
This summer we went
#BacktoBusiness
! Tonight we honor the closeout of
#MBSYEP2023
, where DOES Director awarded outstanding youth with the Mayor’s Opportunity Scholarship.
Looking for a job? Join us at the
#Ward7
Opportunity Fair this Saturday 5/5! 11:30-2:00pm at
@DOES_DC
HQ (4058 Minnesota Ave. NE) Register to attend at Spread the word!
There will not be a gap in benefit weeks; all eligible payments will be made retroactively. Please continue to file a weekly claim. For more information, please visit
Are you a job-ready candidate looking to connect with an employer in the District?
This in-person hiring event is around the corner! Dress to impress, and please bring multiple copies of your updated resume.
To register, visit
#DCisHiring
DC DOES
#BHM
: Marion S. Barry, DC's “Mayor for Life,” served as the 2nd Mayor of
#DC
(1979-1991) & 4th Mayor (1995 - 1999). In his 1st term as Mayor, he started
@MBSYEP
to provide opportunity for young Washingtonians & he is credited for expanding the Black middle class of DC.
Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate our
#ProjectEmpowerment
Graduation! Congrats to our returning citizens who completed the program. Your Journey has just begun! Visit: to learn more about our program and services.
#WhyWeWork
#DSI
#DCValues