Oklahoma Employment Security Commission (OESC)
Job search help, training programs, veteran services and unemployment support. Unemployment line 405 525 1500.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/oesc.html
Free Jobs and Job Training Help in Oklahoma: Oklahoma Works and Job Corps
How to find a job and job training in Oklahoma with Oklahoma Works, American Job Centers, the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission and Job Corps for ages 16 to 24.
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Where do I start looking for a job?
Oklahoma Works is run by the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. Its site has help for job seekers, training opportunities, and a calendar of hiring events and job fairs. Use the Find an Oklahoma Works Office link. Offices are open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, except state holidays.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/workforce.html
What do American Job Centers offer?
They are described as one stop workforce hubs with employment help, career counseling, hiring events, résumé support, unemployment insurance help and links to education and training. Use the OESC office locator to find the one nearest you.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/oesc/locations.html
Is there a job office in Tulsa?
OESC lists a Tulsa site at Oasis Fresh Market, 1725 N Peoria Avenue, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Call 918 935 2092. It also lists the Tulsa Ports Career Center in Catoosa. Call 918 581 2541. Check the locator before you go, because sites change.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/oesc/locations.html
What is Job Corps and who can join?
Job Corps is a free program for people generally 16 through 24. It offers career training in more than 100 areas, and students can finish a high school diploma. It also offers housing, meals, basic medical care and a living allowance. Apply at enroll.jobcorps.gov or call 800 733 5627.
Official page: jobcorps.gov
Who do I call about unemployment benefits?
Call OESC Individual Unemployment Support at 405 525 1500. You can also use the Claimant Portal on the OESC website.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/oesc.html
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Bunkly tip: office sites can move. OESC moved three centers in 2026, so check the locator or call before you ride across town.
Who to call in Oklahoma
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Oklahoma Works
Find an Oklahoma Works Office, hiring events and training programs. Offices open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/workforce.html
OESC Office Locator
Lists job office sites, including Tulsa area sites with phone numbers and hours.
Official page: oklahoma.gov/oesc/locations.html
Job Corps
Free career training, housing and meals for young people who qualify. Apply at enroll.jobcorps.gov.
Official page: jobcorps.gov
City Rescue Mission, Oklahoma City
Has an Employment Readiness program along with shelter and a Housing Program. Call to ask who can join.
Official page: cityrescue.org
More help in Oklahoma
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Sources last checked Oct 28, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
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