On-The-Job Training (OJT)

On-the-Job Training (OJT) offers wage reimbursement to employers for hiring and training employees through either CalWorks or WorkNet. Employers can reduce their personnel costs, save money and valuable time by taking advantage of the On-the-Job Training program of Employment and Economic Development Department.

Employers inform WorkNet of the qualifications they require for employees and WorkNet will pre-screen all applicants to ensure that they meet the company's standards. WorkNet's screening and referral process saves time and resources. The selection and hiring decision is always left up to the employer. WorkNet does not charge an employer for their services. And, with very limited paperwork, the OJT program helps employers save money by:

• Reducing the need for expensive help-wanted advertisements;
• Cutting the time and expense of applicant screening; and
• Offsetting the cost of training new employees.

Through the OJT program an employer can be reimbursed for a portion of their new employee's wages, during training, up to 50 percent.