Offers services to protect workers, assist the unemployed, and connect job seekers to jobs. They protect the safety and health of workers and the public. They work aggressively to ensure a fair wage for all workers. The administer the Unemployment Insurance program that gives weekly benefits to workers who are out of work through no fault of their own. The Department of Labor has information and free services for job seekers and workers. They offer: resume help, career guidance, job placement and referrals. At New York State Career Centers, there are Resource Rooms where you can: Use computers and faxes to job hunt; Explore training; Take aptitude tests and Link to partner agencies and services. Also offered is apprenticeship programs, veterans programs, youth programs, immigrant programs, displaced homemaker programs and more. Call your local office for more detailed information.