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

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) offers a variety of interesting biotech programs that can lead to careers in the life sciences field. Check out the array of programs and program dates: P2 Cohort 1: Northeastern University's Biopharmaceutical Analysis Laboratory at Burlington: December 2, 2025 - February 5, 2026. Course 1C: Lab Skills P2 Cohort 2: Northeastern University's Biopharmaceutical Analysis Laboratory at Burlington: March 3 - April 23, 2026. Course 1B:

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 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

TRAINING FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN THE CLEAN ENERGY INDUSTRY   ABN and Transform Power Systems (TPS) are again partnering for the 2026 Cohort of the Clean Energy Fellowship. The Fellowship is designed for professionals who are interested in the clean energy field. Applications due by December 10, 2025. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Massachusetts resident Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years of work experience A passion for climate-critical initiatives and environmental justice To lear

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 .

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs offers two programs for people who are interested in working as certified Homemakers or Personal Care Homemakers . They are free to residents of Massachusetts. Homemakers help with shopping, cooking, laundry, and cleaning tasks. Personal Care Homemakers help with bathing, dressing, hair care, and assisting clients to get around. Most frequently, people in these jobs work with the elderly. The Homemaker course is done en

Medical Interpreters are in demand, they provide a very essential service, and it's a profession where starting wages range between $17.00 and $20.00 per hour. Bunker Hill Community College (BHCC) offers a FREE 10-week Medical Interpreter Program in collaboration with Brigham and Women's Hospital. The program seeks people who are fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarine Chinese, Arabic, and/or Haitian Creole (as well as English). There are 18 seats available in the progr

Found in Translation, based in Dorchester, offers a free "Language Access Program" for low income, bilingual women. The Language Access Fellowship is a program that integrates medical interpreter certificate training, wraparound support geared towards employment, and career advancement opportunities . The next training will run from JANUARY TO JUNE 2026. Check with Found in Translation to see if there are any spaces open (and if the January session is full, when the next t

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

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

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

Bridges to College programs help people who want to go to college, but who need to improve their academic skills. These programs also help students fill out college and finanical aid applications, as well as make decisions about how college connects to the career paths that they hope to pursue. In the Boston area: JVS offers a 19 or 23-week program, depending on your area of focus. For more information, contact JVS at 617-399-3131. Cambridge Community Learning Center off

These 9-month programs start each September and are FREE . They're appropriate for people who are changing careers or just getting started with a career. REQUIREMENTS : Have a high school diploma or equivalent from any country Low to low-moderate income (not higher) Be a MA resident and able to work in the USA Be able to come to class 5 days a week, 5 hours a day Advanced level of English PLEASE NOTE : Programs are primarily for Metro North residents, with priority given to

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

Find work in restaurants, hotels, catering establishments, nursing homes, and hospitals New England Culinary Arts Training (NECAT) prepares people for jobs in the culinary arts field. They're focused on providing opportunities to adults who have faced obstacles to gainful employment, and they strongly believe in and advocate for "diversity, equity, and inclusion". NECAT has four training program cohorts : Their main location on Bradston Street in Boston East Boston Suffolk

Are you interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant in the Boston area? This is meaningful work that offers you the chance to help people with medical needs. It is challenging work that requires a lot of energy, but most importantly, the ability to care about other people. Visit this page to find a variety of information and programs about becoming a CNA. Read about free programs, state-approved programs, and 10 of the most highly rated programs in the Boston are

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 For more information, call 617-426-9492

Goodwill's mission is to help people achieve independence through work. Each year, they serve thousands of people with job training programs, career advising, and assistance with job placement . In addition, as of January 1, 2025, the MassHire Boston Career Center on Harrison Avenue officially became the Goodwill Boston Career Center . Please explore the links below for futher information: H.E.L.P. : The 8-week Human Services Employment Ladder Program (HELP) provides tr