SC Works Midlands Center — Columbia

In Columbia, the SC Works Midlands Center brings employment services together for people looking for a first job, returning to the workforce or redirecting their experience. The network connects the public with job openings, career guidance and application resources; its SCWOS system lets users create résumés and search opportunities drawn from different sources. The centre is part of South Carolina’s statewide workforce network, with local services coordinated through Midlands partners.

The office is at 700 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC 29201. The state directory lists 803-737-5627 and weekday hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call before travelling to ask about coaching availability and workshops. You can begin online through SC Works Online Services (SCWOS), the state portal where job seekers can create a free account, save résumés, search openings and review training resources. Local staff can also help if you have trouble registering or submitting an online application.

Bring a résumé, even if it is still a draft, and note the jobs you have already applied for; an adviser can then identify what may need adjusting. If you receive unemployment insurance, check DEW’s specific rules: the department says some claimants must complete two weekly searches in SCWOS and document them. That requirement relates to benefits and should not be confused with general use of the portal. No centre can guarantee a hire; do not pay for a job promise or deposit cheques that someone asks you to forward. SC Works Midlands in Columbia offers public guidance so an online search can also include human support.