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

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. CHECK

For about 60 years, El Centro has been offering support services, adult education, and workforce development trainings to low-income immigrants in the Boston area. In the workforce development arena, they offer some exciting opportunites both in IT and health: IT/Cybersecurity Training: El Centro, in partnership with Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology, offers a comprehensive 2-semester, 15-credit IT/Cybersecurity program. The program is hybrid, divided b

The Asian American Civic Association has an Employment Center that tries to link job seekers with employers, and also assists people looking for job training. This is not only open to AACA students, but to other job seekers in Massachusetts. For more information, please contact Chulan Huang at chuang@aaca-boston.org or employment@aaca-boston.org  or call (617) 426-9492 ext. 278 / 617-426-9492 ext. 209 . You can also read about the Center and fill out a form by clicking H

The ABN Career Advising Services Program provides career development support to skilled immigrant professionals. The objective is to help skilled immigrants use their credentials to build meaningful and well-paying careers in Massachusetts. Services provided by the Career Advising Program: Career exploration Resume & cover letter writing Job search and applications Networking & Informational Interviews Interview Preparation All skilled immigrants in Massachusetts are eligib

NEW OPPORTUNITY THROUGH ABN: ABN, in collaboration with UMass Lowell and the Massachusetts Broadband Institute, is launching a  six-week AI Literacy Training.   This training is designed to empower immigrant job seekers with the knowledge and skills to use AI tools responsibly and effectively for career advancement. Participants will learn how to harness Generative AI technologies to: Enhance job search strategies Optimize resumes Prepare for interviews Explore career option

WEATHERIZATION : Next start date Feb 2nd: Weatherization teaches how to make buildings safer and more energy efficient. It is one of American's fastest growing industries. AACA's weatherization training is a two-week, free program that is followed by "guaranteed job placement". It also offers training bonuses to everyone who successfully completes the program. For more information go to the AACA site . BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENT MAINTENANCE SKILLS (BEEMS): Next start da

THIS IS A TUITION FREE PROGRAM! One of the things that biotechnology companies do is research effective therapies for rare as well as more common diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. A biotechnology Associates degree through Franklin Cummings will give you a foundation in the science at the core of the biotech industry as well as laboratory training and hand-on internships. You will learn: Biotechnology Laboratory Techniques Scientific Communication Skills B

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

MassHire Career Centers provide employment and training information for both employers and people looking for jobs. Click here to see the main page of their website. That page offers a variety of helpful links for things like finding a career center in your area; signing up for a career center seminar; finding a job through JobQuest; financial aid resources, etc. One of the most helpful pages on their site is the one that helps clients locate a career center in the area wh

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 in March 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 .

English for Immigrant Entrepreneurs Class: The Gardner Pilot Academy (GPA) Adult Education Program is recruiting students who are or want to become small business owners and who want to improve their English Skills. The class is free. It focuses on English specifically geared towards immigrant entrepreneurs. Contact: Michell Duval, m.duval@live.com

MassBioEd's Career Coaching Program is designed to support Massachusetts residents who are just beginning their journey into the life sciences and biotech fields. There are many different types of careers in the life sciences / biotech . For example: Laboratory Support Specialists  clean, disinfect, and maintain operating equipment; prepare chemical solutions; and assist with analytical testing. Clinical Trial Associates  help oversee drug trials.  They may assist with tes

Many Community Colleges in Massachusetts offer degree and certificate programs in a variety of fields, including healthcare, IT, Accounting, Hospitality Management, and others . Some programs are free through the MassReconnect and Bunker Hill Community College R3 programs. For more information on these opportunities at 3 area community colleges, see the links below: Bunker Hill Community College Middlesex Community College MassBay Community College MassReconnect R3

MassReconnect can help you earn a degree or certificate for free through its `15 public community colleges: "If you are 25 or older, MassReconnect will pay for all your tuition and fees and will provide you with an allowance to cover your books and supplies. All you have to do is apply to your local community college and complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid)." MORE INFORMATION HERE

Boston Public Library (BPL) offers career services that include one-on-one resume review, interview support, online resources, and career development events. You can book a 30-minute job help appointment at the main branch in Copley Square, as well as at many other BPL locations. This would be a great way to get started! You can also directly explore a variety of resources on their website. BPL WEBSITE

The HEART Home Health Aide Program offers FREE full-time training for entry-level health care jobs where participants can gain immediate employment.  Interested applicants should : Never have been certified or hired as a home health aide in Massachusetts or another state. Have an interest in working with the elderly or disabled in their homes Be interested in working in the healthcare field Be willing to participate in a training, employment, and research program Be willing

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 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

The Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center (KBLIC) at BPL offers a variety of information online as well as opportunities to set up an appointment with a SCORE Boston volunteer or with a pro bono (free) attorney. For more information about these resources and appointment options, please explore THIS PAGE .