Job Seekers
With an in-depth understanding of the local job market and established relationships with local employers, educational institutions, and qualified job search support vendors, we provide you with the resources, intelligence, and tools you need to succeed. We offer career planning guidance, tips and advice for improving your job search, training and education opportunities, and the financial support to make it all possible. Workforce Solutions of Central Texas knows what tools you need to get a job, keep a job, or find a better job. In addition to our job search resources and job matching service, www.workintexas.com, we offer financial aid for training as well as assistance to help you look for work or go to work.
Career Center Services
You can get employment assistance at any of our four career service centers. Each location is staffed with career counselors who work with job-seekers to assess their skills, interests, and abilities and to advise them on jobs, in-demand occupational opportunities, and training options. Staff are available to assist job-seekers with building a resume, general career exploration, and job search. Services include:
Core Services
- Resource rooms with phones, computers, and internet
- Employment plan development
- Career counseling
- Interview coaching
- Skills testing
Job Search and Training
- Job training services
- Job search assistance
- Employment workshops
- Hiring events and business service information
Additional Support
- Labor market and employment information
- Support services (SNAP, SNAP E&T, CHOICES, CHOICES TANF)
- Referrals to community resources and agencies
- Unemployment insurance information
Killeen
- 300 Cheyenne Drive, Killeen, TX 76542
- 254.200.2000
- M, T, Th, F: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- W: 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Temple
- 201 Santa Fe Way, Temple, TX 76502
- 254.742.4400
- M, T, W, F: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Th: 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Lampasas
- 523 East 3rd St., Lampasas, TX 76550
- 512.556.4055
- M, T, Th, F: 8:30 AM – 12 PM; 1 PM – 5 PM
- W: 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Rockdale
- 313 N. Main St., Rockdale, TX 76567
- 512.446.6440
- M, T, W, F: 8:30 AM – 12 PM; 1 – 5 PM
- Th: 8:30 AM – 12 PM
Weekly Workshops
Join our free weekly workshops to build skills and connect with employers.
Soft Skills Workshop
Learn how to present yourself professionally, communicate clearly, and build the interpersonal skills that employers value most.
Tuesday, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Killeen Career Center
Application Workshop
Get hands-on help completing job applications, understanding employer requirements, and organizing your job search materials.
Wednesday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Temple Career Center
Resume Workshop
Build a professional resume that stands out. Get personalized feedback from career counselors and learn what employers are looking for.
Thursday, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Temple and Killeen Career Centers
Interviewing Workshop
Practice your interview skills, learn how to answer common questions, and get tips to help you feel confident during your next interview.
Friday, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Temple and Killeen Career Centers
Online Job-Skills Courses
Build the skills employers are looking for with our free online courses. Available 24/7 so you can learn at your own pace.
Course
Prepare a resume to apply for jobs
Learn the basics of resume writing and how to tailor your resume to specific job postings.
Resumes • 90 minutes
Course
Learn to market yourself in a way that appeals to the audience you choose
Understand your personal brand and how to communicate your value to employers.
Job Search • 60 minutes
Course
An in-depth course to improve your online job search
Master online job boards, company research tools, and digital networking strategies.
Job Search • 2 hours
Course
A learning tool for job-seekers who have particular companies they would like to work for
Research target employers, tailor your approach, and get noticed by specific companies.
Job Search • 75 minutes
Course
Increase your ability to use social media to build professional relationships and explore job opportunities
Use LinkedIn and other platforms to network, research companies, and find job leads.
Social Media • 90 minutes
Course
Be prepared for the method many employers now use to screen job candidates
Learn how to succeed in phone screens, video interviews, and applicant tracking systems.
Interviewing • 60 minutes
Course
For job-seekers preparing to interview with potential employers
Practice answering behavioral and situational interview questions with confidence.
Interviewing • 75 minutes
Course
Learn to address employer concerns & tailor your skillset to fit the job
Identify skill gaps, address concerns proactively, and present yourself as the right fit.
Job Skills • 60 minutes
Course
Learn to master manners & etiquette to help build professional relationships
Build the professional etiquette skills that help you thrive in any workplace, communicate effectively, and develop strong professional relationships.
Etiquette • 1 hour
Course
Learn to leverage your skills and negotiate for a higher salary
Discover strategies to assess your market value, communicate your worth to employers, and negotiate the compensation package you deserve.
Career • 1 hour
Additional Courses
OFFER Resource
How many smart are you?
Learn about financial literacy and smart money management skills for everyday life.
OFFER Resource
Learn more about the Management Services and Eligibility Assessment (MESEA) program
Understand eligibility, application processes, and benefits available to you.
OFFER Resource
Learn more about the Choices employment & training program
Discover how the Choices program can help you find employment and access training resources.
OFFER Resource
Learn more about the Choices employment & training program
Additional resources and guidance for participants in the Choices workforce program.
Training and Education Resources
We partner with education and training providers to help you gain the skills and credentials needed for in-demand careers. Financial assistance may be available.
Adult Education and Literacy
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas partners with area education institutions to provide occupational training opportunities for eligible residents of Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Milam, Mills, and Lampasas counties. Adult education classes are available at many locations, including schools and community centers, working around your schedule.
WS-CTX partners with Central Texas College and Temple College to provide services to residents of Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Milam, Mills, and Lampasas counties. Adult basic education and working toward, earning your GED is available at many locations across the area.
Education and Training Grant Programs
Grant programs are available to help pay for training programs that lead to in-demand jobs. Not everyone will be eligible, and eligibility must be determined first. If you are eligible, and are willing to work with us, we may be able to help pay for your training program in one of many high-demand occupational areas including healthcare, information technology, skilled trades, and more.
Almost All Our Grants Are Awarded to Students with Financial Need
If you are a low-income student, you may be eligible for education and training grants. Eligibility is typically based on income level and family size. You must meet specific requirements to receive financial assistance to pay for a training program in many high-demand fields.
National Dislocated Worker's Grant
Temporary employment and training assistance may be available for workers who have been laid off due to major economic disruptions. Transitioning service members, including National Guard members, are also potentially eligible for training and employment assistance.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
A federal program that strengthens and improves our nation’s public workforce system to help adults and youth find in-demand jobs. WIOA provides funding for skills development, job training, and employment services for eligible individuals, including dislocated workers, adults, and youth.
Trade Adjustment Act (TAA)
Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) is a federally funded program providing support to workers who lost their jobs as a result of foreign trade. Benefits may include training funding, job search allowances, relocation allowances, and a wage supplement for older workers. Workers must be TAA-certified to receive these benefits.
Specialized Support
We provide targeted services designed to meet the unique needs of specific populations, helping everyone in our community achieve workforce success.
Military and Veteran Resources
Dedicated support for active duty service members, transitioning military, veterans, and eligible spouses. Includes priority of service, TAP workshops, and connections to veteran-focused employers and training programs.
Students and Young Adults
Career exploration, vocational training, and paid work experience for youth ages 14–24. Programs include summer employment, internships, education support, and mentoring opportunities.
Individuals with Disabilities
Customized employment services, assistive technology resources, and partnerships with disability-focused organizations to help individuals achieve their career and employment goals.
Job Search Resources
Use these powerful tools to explore career options, identify your skills, and find job openings across Texas and beyond.
CareerOne Stop Skills Matcher
Identify your skills from your work history and match them to hundreds of career options. Free tool from the U.S. Department of Labor.
O*NET Interest Profiler
A career exploration tool that helps you discover your work-related interests and find matching occupations.
MyJobTexas.com
Texas’s official job search website. Search thousands of job openings, post your resume, and connect with employers across the state.
Onramp Employment Programs
Specialized on-ramp programs connecting job seekers to entry-level positions with strong career growth pathways in high-demand industries.