This free 9-week training program is designed to help people get started in biotech careers. The program includes: Hands-on lab training Career coaching Exposure to the biotechnology industry $2000 stipend Additional Details: Meets Monday to Wednesday 9 AM to 2 PM Located at Just a Start in Cambridge LEARN MORE

St Mark Community Education Program, in collaboration with Cambridge Savings Bank, offers free quarterly online small business workshops. The workshops are taught by Mr. Eddy Desir , an AVP Financial Education Specialist with an area of expertise in Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Each workshop includes the following 4 sessions : improving and managing cash flow marketing strategies the importance of credit why financing is critical These sessions are designed for peo

IT'S IMPORTANT TO KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! The Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued the following notices about immigrant and migrant worker rights. The notices are in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole. Please read the information and for more details, visit the OSHA site .

MassBioEd is supporting recruitment for Northeastern's PathmakerBio Lab Skills Course . This is a FREE 8-week course that also offers up to $3000 towards travel and other costs. The next program runs from 12/2/25 to 2/6/26. Some program components: Introduction to laboratory practices, covering vital skills like safety, quality systems, and hands-on techniques e.g. pipetting, chromatography, and aseptic procedures. Career search support, including resume writing and intervie

Overview : Cambridge Community Learning Center (CCLC) offers FREE Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training programs for intermediate and high level ESOL learners. Sessions run each year from February to June and September to January. This program is available to residents of the following towns: Arlington, Belmont, Burlington, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Somerville, Stoneham, Wakefield, Watertown, Wilmington, Winc

CHECK WITH BCNC FOR UPCOMING START DATES. From BCNC: " The STEP into Healthcare (Skills Training for Entry-level Positions in Healthcare) Program is a free training for intermediate-advanced English language learners seeking full-time entry-level employment in the healthcare industry . This program is held in partnership with Tufts Medicine, Beth Israel Lahey Health, the City of Boston Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development , MassHire Metro North Workforce Board  and is a S

PER SCHOLAS is a national non-profit organization that offers tuition-free tech career training . Learners receive hands-on learning, personalized mentorship, and industry-recognized certifications, all at no cost. The organization also offers access to career coaches who assist with professional development. This includes mock interviews and resume assistance. In addition, graduates benefit from job connections through a wide network of alumni and employer partners across

YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON'S EDUCATION AND TRAINING BRANCH OFFERS FOUR DIFFERENT TRAINING PROGRAMS: 1) Property Management Certification (starts December 2025) 2) Culinary Arts Program (starts winter 2026) 3) Early Childhood Education Academy (starts December 2025) 4) Medical Office Employment Program (starts March 2026) Details about all of these programs can be found HERE .

The Mass Save ®  Clean Energy Pathways program is a full-time, paid, three-month internship . During those three months, interns work with local companies and develop skills in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) industry or the weatherization field. These are two fast-growing industries in the energy efficiency sector. Successful completion of the internship could lead to full-time employment with the intern’s employer or with another energy company. LEA

Learn a new trade and begin an interesting career in the clean energy industry. This is a growing field. What the program offers:    Two weeks of hands-on technical training (basics in construction, carpentry, and building science); job skills training; career exploration in the building trades ( stipends up to $1,000 upon meeting eligibility and participation requirements ) Connection to employers and extended training opportunities Access to financial coaching plus indivi

Work Ready English (WRE) is a  free  12-week program that combines English language instruction with job placement assistance.  The program is designed for students who have a U.S. Passport or a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) and  have work authorization in the US .  Highlights of the Program: 12 weeks of English language learning Employment support with one-on-one job placement assistance Supportive environment for career growth Call 617-426-9492 or go to the WEBSITE

Roxbury Community College offers the following programs: Allied Health Programs: *Medical Assistant Training *CNA Training *Phlebotomy Training Smart Building Technology Training, including: *Building Science *Energy Auditing *Blueprint Reading *Introduction to Drones Professional Skills Programs, including: *IT *Grant Writing *Introduction to Computers *Real Estate Pre-Licensing *Financial Management for Entrepreneurs *Pharmacy Technician *Master of Cannabis For more inform

Please feel free to email cwd@rcc.mass.edu or call 857-701-1557 for more information.

Check out ABN's Skilled Immigrant Certification Program ! The program is designed for skilled immigrants who already have work authorizations and plan to seek employment in Massachusetts. Program components include: Confirmation of work authorizations and degree equivalencies Strengthening English, digital, and project management skills Creating resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles Practicing job interview skills Working with career advisors Attending job fairs and n

Check for upcoming start dates. Key Info: Program is Free Includes hands-on experience with lab skills, math skills and job readiness. Classes also include the science of biotech; soft skills; computer skills; and English language (if needed). May lead to entry level biotech jobs or further training.  Most classes meet online. Only the lab skills class is in-person and will take place at Northeastern University in Boston. Classes are part-time on weekday mornings.  If inte

Are you an internationally trained physician who would like to re-enter the medical field in Massachusetts? That had always seemed like an almost impossible dream to fulfill. But on November 20, 2024, Governor Maura Healy signed the Physician Pathway Act (PPA) into law. That act creates a viable 3-year pathway to licensure . From the ABN site: Steps to Licensure Eligible internationally-trained physicians (ITPs) can get a 1-year limited license to work under a mentor a

This resource came to us courtesy of a young reader (thanks Michael)! From A to Z, take a look at this interesting list of business-related words with definitions . At the bottom of the page, you'll also find links to additional small business resources.

Are you hoping for a career in the Construction Union Trades? If so, join Building Pathway's free pre-apprenticeship training program. Upcoming Cycles : February 18, 2026, to May 28, 2026, meets 3 nights a week from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Saturdays from 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.  March 2, 2026, to April 17, 2026, meets Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Please register for an Information Session HERE (attending an information session is mandatory). This program offers

JOB TRAININGS JVS has JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS for many different career paths. These programs are of varying lengths, have different start dates, and take place at several different locations (depending on the program). CHECK FLYER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE (UPCOMING TRANSITIONS TO WORK TRAINNGS). The LOCATIONS are: 41 Berkeley Street/Boston ArLab Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology JVS Boston Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Quincy College In addit

BEST offers wonderful training programs in the hospitality field with connections to union jobs for those who successfully complete the programs. They also offer career coaching. Consult the flyer below for details:

Please read the following flyer for details, contact information, and a QR code / link that will take you to the application.

The Center for Working Families offers a variety of FREE financial services coaching , focusing on topics like: Credit Building Budgeting Identity Theft Protection Retirement Planning Preparing to Buy a Home They also offer FREE employment coaching on the following topics: Resume Writing Cover Letter Writing Interviewing Skills For more information on financial coaching services , and to make an appointment, click HERE . For information on Employment coaching , click HERE a

Community Serving's Teaching Kitchen program is a paid, 12-week training program with hands-on classes from Monday through Thursday, from 8:45am to 4pm. Teaching Kitchen staff support students with on-the-job training, Servsafe certification, resume and interview prep, and transition into permanent employment in a professional kitchen.   Check website for more details .

Are you interested in a career related to the life sciences? MassBioEd offers trainings that will enable you to become a Biomanufacturing Technician , Laboratory Support Specialist, or Clinical Trial Associate . Often, people working in the Biotech field have a role in projects that are focused on developing medications used to treat cancer and other significant diseases. The MassBioEd website states: “These programs will enable individuals to obtain foundational knowledge