NORTHERN VIRGINIA CAREER PATHWAYS FOR REFUGEES
Virginia Career Works – Northern Region offers employment and training assistance for newcomers seeking humanitarian refuge to start professional careers in Northern Virginia.
All visa statuses welcome, including asylum-seekers, Special Immigrant Visa, refugee, and humanitarian parole.
Have questions?
Eliza Chappell
Employment Counselor
Northern Virginia Career Pathways for Refugees Initiative
eliza.chappell@vcwnorthern.com
(703) 689 – 1717
SERVICES AVAILABLE
WIOA Employment Case Management:
- Resume and application guidance for professional U.S. careers
- Skills evaluations to identify transition opportunities
- Certification training for professional careers
- Paid internship options for first U.S. professional experience and employer reference
Other Supports:
- Professional clothing
- Licensure application costs
- Professional Association memberships
- Transportation funds
- Degree Evaluation
- Work equipment
- Driver’s License costs
- ESL Classes
- LinkedIn Learning License
- Technology training
Participants must be enrolled in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs.
RESOURCES
- Need income now? Review Job Opportunities Friendly to Newcomers for quicker income.
- Visit a Virginia Career Works Center
