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 .

African Bridge Network (ABN) is focused on connecting foreign-trained professionals with mentors, social service agencies, community leaders, training programs, and other immigrant professionals. Periodically, they also offer resource workshops where immigrant professionals can meet representatives from a variety of area agencies and organizations. Some of the topics discussed at these workshops: How to find a job and build a career in the US Job application tips and creati

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

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

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

Are you an internationally educated nurse seeking to pursue your nursing career in Massachusetts? Don't let licensing challenges hold you back. The Boston Welcome Back Center at Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) can assist you in a variety of ways. They provide dedicated Education Case Managers who will support you with: Evaluating your nursing credentials Preparing for English exams Preparing for licensure exams Obtaining your Massachusetts nursing license BHCC understa

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

BEST Hospitality offers 2 trainings in the hospitality field . They also have connections to union jobs for those who successfully complete a program. In addition, they offer career coaching and assistance with job placement into union positions with Boston area hotels. The 2 trainings that BEST offers : A pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship program in hospitality and housekeeping . This training can lead to a union hotel housekeeping position in the Boston area. NEXT S

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

Hebrew Senior Life, with generous support from the Lunder Foundation, has established the Lunder CareForce Institute in order to train new healthcare workers and support them in their careers. Their next program will start early in 2026 and offers a 5-week, full-time training, to include: Instruction from experienced teachers A state-approved curriculum Preparation for a state exam Immediate employment at either the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Roslindale or Dedham (if

Check out this State of MA resource page on Finding a Job . Topics covered include: Apprenticeships Career Services Civil Service Jobs MassHire Professional Training and Career Development Government Internships For more information, click 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

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers many different career opportunities, as well as opportunities for growth and career advancement. People who work for the USPS are federal employees, and are eligible for great benefits, retirement plans, health benefits, and life insurance. There are many different types of jobs with the USPS that are suitable both for people who have a lot of career experience and people who don't have as much work experience. For additiona

Are you good with your hands and technical challenges? National Grid, the electric and gas company that is widely used in MA, has an Energy Infrastructure Academy that offers a hands-on 8-week training program. Completion of the program could lead to an entry or mid-level union job with National Grid . **You must be at least 18 years old, have a GED or equivalent, and a driver's license. For questions, contact Rosane Batista at  robatista@cwsne.org

Sign up for the Boston Residents Jobs Bank if you are interested in working for a city-funded project in the CONSTRUCTION FIELD . Once you sign up, you will get notifications about construction-related jobs, as well as pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship training programs.

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

The City of Boston periodically recruits people who are committed to caring for Boston's youngest learners. These programs are appropriate for current educators as well as for people who are interested in becoming certified or licensed as an educator. There are programs (some free) offering credentialing for Childhood Development Associates (CDA); CDA Renewals; Lead Teacher Certifications; Director's Certifications; Associates Degrees; Bachelor's Degrees; and Master's Degre

Community Work Services offers several different training programs, as well as other services. Some of the programs are oriented towards youth (minimum age 18), while others serve a broader range of ages: Solar Technician Training Commerical Production Trianing Culinary Arts Training Hotel and Hospitality Training Commerical Cleaning Training For information and to apply for trainings, call 617-720-2233. To read more about Community Work Services trainings, click HERE .

The WinnCompanies Maintenance Apprenticeship Program is a 12-month career development opportunity that combines on-the-job training with expert instruction from The Peterson School and WinnCompanies. The program offers full-time roles as maintenance technicians and great employee benefits. Curriculum The Winn program covers and provides hands-on training in many essential areas, including electrical systems, refrigeration, boilers, heating and air conditioning systems, lands