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American Job Center - Downtown

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American Job Center - Downtown is a workforce office in Washington, District of Columbia, part of the DC American Job Center network. It is at 899 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC. Call 202-724-7000. The official source does not publish its hours, so call before you go.

What to bring to American Job Center - Downtown

  • Photo IDDriver's license, state ID or passport
  • Social Security numberDistrict of Columbia's claim checklist asks for it
  • Your work historyEmployers and dates; District of Columbia asks for the last 18 months
  • A resume, even a rough draftUseful if you want resume or job search help
  • Unemployment claim detailsClaim number and any letters, if you already filed

Full checklist by situation · District of Columbia unemployment documents

American Job Center - Downtown hours Eastern Time

The official source does not publish hours for this office. Call 202-724-7000 before you go.

Address and contact

899 North Capitol St NEWashington, DC

Phone
202-724-7000General call center; the source says this line does not book in-person appointments.
Email
Not published
Time zone
Eastern Time

Services at American Job Center - Downtown

Job search help

Unemployment help and appointments

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims.

Appointments: The service page says in-person help is by appointment only (a 2024 opening notice mentioned walk-ins). Check the current policy.

District of Columbia policy: DOES headquarters at 4058 Minnesota Avenue NE offers in-person help on business days. Appointment rules and counter hours are not published in the source we checked.

How to file in District of ColumbiaPhone 202-724-7000 Up to $444 a weekUp to 26 weeks in District of Columbia District of Columbia unemployment phoneNumbers and hours Weekly claimsKeep getting paid Claim denied?How to appeal

Accessibility and languages

The official listing does not describe accessibility features. Call ahead to request accommodations; federal one-stop rules require American Job Center sites to be physically and programmatically accessible to people with disabilities.

Spanish-language help is not confirmed by the official listing.

Map and directions

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Questions about American Job Center - Downtown

What is the phone number of American Job Center - Downtown?

202-724-7000. General call center; the source says this line does not book in-person appointments.

Where is American Job Center - Downtown located?

899 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC.

Can I file for unemployment at American Job Center - Downtown?

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims. In District of Columbia you can file online through the state unemployment website or by phone at 202-724-7000.

Do I need an appointment at American Job Center - Downtown?

The service page says in-person help is by appointment only (a 2024 opening notice mentioned walk-ins). Check the current policy.

How much is unemployment in District of Columbia?

The maximum weekly benefit is $444 for up to 26 weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Labor table effective July 2026. Your amount depends on your past wages.

Sources

Checked October 30, 2026 against does.dc.gov/service/american-job-center.

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