Seattle Jobs Initiative has placed over 5,500 Seattle residents in jobs – jobs that offer living wages, benefits such as sick leave and health care, and opportunities for advancement.  How?  We partner with community colleges to offer short-term training programs in growing industries, and we maintain a large network of local businesses that are looking for qualified employees.  If you are a Seattle resident seeking full-time work, and if you meet our income qualifications, you may be eligible to participate in our program.

*If you are seeking employment opportunities at Seattle Jobs Initiative, please view our Careers page here.

Eligibility FAQs

How old do I have to be?
You must be at least 18 years old.

Where do I have to live?
You must reside within the boundaries of the City of Seattle or in White Center.  To look up your zip code, click here.

What are the income level requirements?
Answer -  Your income must be at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines.  A case manager at one of the community-based organizations we work with can help you determine if you meet the income requirements.

Are there any educational requirements?
No, but certain occupations and training programs have reading, writing and math requirements.  If you do not meet these requirements, you may be referred to an Adult Basic Education class to increase your skill level.

What if I can only work part-time?
SJI’s program isn’t the right fit for those seeking part-time work.  We expect all of our participants to be ready to find full-time, permanent work upon graduation.