About Us Site Index Contact Us Home  > Job Seeker Services  >  Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)   The WOTC program helps people who have difficulty finding a job who belong to one of nine targeted groups, which include: Short-term Welfare Recipients, Veterans, Ex-felons, Designated Community Residents, Vocational Rehabilitation Referrals, Summer Youth, Food Stamp Recipients, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Recipients, and Long-term Family Assistance Recipients.  Private for profit businesses may receive tax credits as an incentive to hire someone from one of the nine groups.  To find out if you belong in one of these groups and to learn more about how WOTC may help you, click on Frequently Asked Questions. WOTC Brochures Frequently Asked Questions Forms and Contact Information Disclaimer: All information is provided as an overview of the WOTC program. Other rules may apply that could impact individual qualifications.     There are service centers that offer programs and resources geared toward your job seeking and claim needs.   Find a WIN Job Center   Job Central   State Jobs in Mississippi   Federal Jobs   Mississippi Newspaper Classifieds   Upcoming Job Fairs   College Employment Listings   Do you have any jobs?   How do I register?   How do I keep my application active?   Do I need to register in different offices to look for a job in different locations?   Can my employer fire me for no reason?   What if I have questions about discrimination, my wages or workers compensation?   All FAQs   Mississippi.gov   USDOL   Privacy & Security Disclaimer | Accessibility Policy | Internal Security The Mississippi Department of Employment Security is an equal opportunity employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.