Where is the Bridgeport American Job Center and when is it open?
The Bridgeport American Job Center sits at 2 Lafayette Square in Bridgeport and serves job seekers from across the region. Its office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., and its services are funded by the US Department of Labor at no cost to you.
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Address and hours
The Connecticut Department of Labor runs the Bridgeport American Job Center at 2 Lafayette Square, Bridgeport, CT 06604, with a published phone number of (203) 455-2700.
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
What it does and what it costs
American Job Centers exist to help workers find jobs and help employers find workers, and the state describes this service as free to use.
- Walk in or call to ask what services are offered to job seekers
- Bring any training certificates or identification you already have
- Ask how to search current openings and get help with applications
A full-service center, not an affiliate
Bridgeport hosts a full-service American Job Center, unlike some nearby towns in southwestern Connecticut that only have a smaller affiliate office.
Affiliate centers, by the state’s own description, are smaller offices offering self-service career resources and only a select number of employment services, so a full-service office like Bridgeport’s can usually offer more in one visit.
More questions
What is the phone number for the Bridgeport American Job Center?
The published number is (203) 455-2700.
Is there a cost to use the American Job Center?
No, American Job Centers are funded by the US Department of Labor and are free to use.
What is the difference between a full-service center and an affiliate center?
An affiliate center is a smaller office with self-service resources and fewer employment services than a full-service center like Bridgeport’s.
Sources
- Bridgeport American Job Center, Connecticut Department of Labor
- What is an American Job Center?, Connecticut Department of Labor
- American Job Center, Connecticut Department of Labor
Checked against these sources on November 6, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the source before you rely on a detail. This page is general information, not legal advice.