The Economic & Workforce Development Department strives to keep Los Angeles working, understanding that successful business growth goes hand in hand with abundant job opportunities. We offer a wide range of employment-related services to meet the needs of both the job seeker and the employer.
If you have been laid off, furloughed, or suffered reduced hours, EWDD's Rapid Response Team offers Job Loss Guidance and Assistance to walk you through the variety of unemployment options, programs and resources available.
If you have been laid off, furloughed, or suffered reduced hours, EWDD's Rapid Response Team offers Job Loss Guidance and Assistance to walk you through the variety of unemployment options, programs and resources available.

WorkSource Centers
WorkSource Centers, located across LA, help job seekers find employment and small businesses find skilled employees.

Job Loss Resources
The Rapid Response Team assists business and workers facing furloughs, layoffs, or reduced hours.

Veterans
EWDD assists service members, veterans, and first responders in rejoining the private sector workforce.

Day Labor Program
The Day Labor Program allows persons seeking work to congregate and be matched with employers seeking temporary workers.

LARCA 2.0
The LARCA program is a job and readiness program for Rodriguez v. City of LA settlement members.

Employers and Businesses
WorkSource and BusinessSource services, programs, and resources designed specifically for workers and businesses in the City of LA.

Hire LA's Youth
A City of Los Angeles intern program for local businesses providing starter jobs for youth aged 14-24 years.

LA:RISE
LA Regional Initiative for Social Enterprise finds stable jobs for those with high barriers to employment.

Rapid Response
Free on-site assistance to LA City businesses and employees affected by downsizing or closures.

Silicosis Advisory
Information on Silicosis, a lung disease common in construction, mining, and fabrication workers.

LA City Jobs
Employment opportunities with the City of LA. Start here to find a career with the city.