Workforce Investment Act

Workforce Investment Act provides short-term job training and placement for youth and adults. Each board listed below has independent administration, programming, eligibility processing and centers to serve adults and youth. Contact the TRAC Workforce Youth Specialist for help in finding out what programs can best serve your needs. Workforce Investment Act Centers can help youth with the following:

• Assistance with job search

• Drop in center with computers for job search

• Classes in resume writing and job skills

• Bus passes and gas vouchers

• GED classes

• Financial assistance with tuition for various educational programs

Contact the TRAC Workforce Youth Specialist for help in finding out what programs can best serve your needs. 

Ft. Worth Youth Opportunity Center 

Town Center Mall

4200 South Freeway, Space 1255

Fort Worth TX  76115

Contact: Caroline Friend intake specialist: 817-804-2636 or 817-804-4200.

Arlington Youth Opportunity Center 

On the UTA Campus

140 W. Mitchell, B Section

Arlington TX  76010

Contact: Lisa Hatfield, intake specialist: 817-804-4201