Adult Employment & Training
COIC is part of WorkSource Oregon, a network of partnerships and sites throughout Oregon committed to integration, collaboration and focusing on results that matter to workforce customers. Any job-seeking individual is eligible for most services.
Local partners include (clicking the links below will open a new window connecting you to our partners):
Oregon Employment Department
Department of Human Services Self-Sufficiency Program
Vocational Rehabilitation
Central Oregon Community College (COCC)
Veterans’ Services
Commission for the Blind
Specific eligibility requirements may apply in some programs.
COVID-19 Related Resources
The following links are resources available to help with employment needs and services:
- Worksource East Cascades Employment Services and Training Menu
- Worksource virtual workshops for assistance with resume building, job interviews, soft skills, and networking
- COVID-19 Resources for Businesses, Employers, Workers and Job Seekers
- To file for Unemployment related to COVID-19
- To file for Unemployment as a result of being laid off for reasons unrelated to COVID19
- For information about the Cares Act and filing for Unemployment if self-employed
- For Job Openings
- FAQ’s and resources for Employers
How to Get Started - Register or update your WorkSource registration at iMatchSkills.org or visit your local COIC/WorkSource Office to use our computers for registration.
- Visit your local COIC/WorkSource Office, bring a valid ID and complete a “Welcome Process”. No appointment necessary.
Career Services & Training
COIC helps job seekers of all ages and experience with a variety of job-seeking services, including education and training. We want to make your job search easier by offering many resources, such as job search skills workshops and one-on-one employment counseling. COIC is part of WorkSource Oregon, a network of partnerships and sites throughout Oregon committed to integration, collaboration and focusing on results that matter to workforce customers.
General resources for businesses and employees: Central Oregon SOS - Support for Employees and Employers
SBA programs:
OSU Innovation Lab:
Oregon State University Cascades Innovation Co-Lab
Opportunity Knocks:
Connect with Us!
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COIC Administration, HR Department and CET Maintenance Facility
1250 NE Bear Creek Rd.
Bend, OR 97701
541-548-8163 phone
541-389-7367 fax
CET Administration, Community & Economic Development/Loans, and COIC Information Technology
334 NE Hawthorne Ave.
Bend, OR 97701
541-548-8163 phone
541-923-3416 fax
Hawthorne Station Bus Depot
334 NE Hawthorne Ave
Bend, OR 97701
541-788-3783
Bend WorkSource
1645 NE Forbes Rd. Ste 101
Bend, OR 97701
541-419-3873 phone
541-389-8265 fax
Bend Alternative Education
1645 NE Forbes Rd. Ste 108
Bend, OR 97701
541-706-1458 phone
CET Antler Office and Maintenance Facility
343 East Antler Ave
Redmond, OR 97756
541-385-8680 phone
541-548-9548 fax
COIC Administration, HR Department and CET Maintenance Facility
1250 NE Bear Creek Rd.
Bend, OR 97701
541-548-8163 phone
541-923-3416 fax
CET Administration, Community & Economic Development/Loans, and COIC Information Technology
334 NE Hawthorne Ave.
Bend, OR 97701
541-548-8163 phone
541-923-3416 fax
Hawthorne Station Bus Depot
334 NE Hawthorne Ave
Bend, OR 97701
541-788-3783
Bend WorkSource
1645 NE Forbes Rd. Ste 101
Bend, OR 97701
541-388-6070 phone
541-389-8265 fax
Bend Alternative Education
1645 NE Forbes Rd. Ste 108
Bend, OR 97701
541-706-1458 phone
CET Antler Office and Maintenance Facility
343 East Antler Ave
Redmond, OR 97756
541-385-8680 phone
541-548-9548 fax
Redmond Alternative Education
2326 SW Glacier Place
Redmond, OR 97756
541-280-0031 phone
Redmond WorkSource
2158 SE College Loop, Suite B
Redmond, OR 97756
541-419-3873 phone
541-504-2969 fax
Prineville WorkSource
457 NE Ochoco Plaza Drive
Prineville, OR 97754
541-419-3873 phone
Hours: Tuesdays & Fridays 9-4, closed for noon hour (12-1pm)
Prineville Alternative Education
2321 NE 3rd St.
Prineville, OR 97754
541-280-6604 phone
La Pine Alternative Education
16493 Bluewood Place
La Pine, OR 97739
541-907-7798 (phone)
Madras WorkSource
1170 E. Ashwood Rd.
Madras, Oregon
541-548-8196 phone
Hours: Mondays & Tuesdays 9-4pm