Small Business Strong was founded in 2020, with the intent to assist and strengthen small businesses, especially those owned by women and minorities. They offer a variety of free information related to financing, loans and grants, and increasing the use of technology in your business. In addition, they sponsor periodic events, and collaborate with specialists and business advisers for the provision of free consultations to small business owners. In 2023, they also ran a succ

The City of Boston offers a variety of resources and guidance to help small business owners and aspiring owners start, develop, and successfully build a business in Boston. Their website offers a wealth of information related to grants, technical assistance, certifications, running a food truck, women entrepreneurs, and many other topics. In addition, there are resources related to getting advice as well as signing up for events and workshops. WEBSITE

The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a variety of services and information to people who own small businesses or who want to start a small business. Some of the topics they cover include planning a new business, getting started with it, learning how to manage a company, and strategies for growing your success. SBA holds events, provides advice, and can connect you with area lenders. For additional information, please see the following : SBA: Online Learning Plat

Are you interested in running a retail resident kitchen -- that is, a food service business from home? If so, the city of Boston provides a lot of information about how to do this safely; foods that can and cannot be prepared for sale outside the home; and the steps you need to take to get the necessary permits. For more information, visit their website and/or call Inspectional Services Health Division at 617-635-5326. WEBSITE

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 English for Immigrant Entrepreneurs program combines English language instruction with the teaching of business-related skills . Students learn about marketing, customer service, loans, licenses, area resources, budgeting, creating websites, and supervising employees. In addition, they learn the English vocabulary related to these topics. For more information, please visit the English for New Bostonians WEBSITE .

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Microenterprise Development Program offers tools to help refugees develop successful businesses in the United States. This assistance includes technical help, training, as well as micro-loans of up to $15,000. MORE DETAILS

The HEART Home Health Aide Program offers FREE full-time training for entry-level health care jobs where participants can gain immediate employment.  Zoom info sessions on Tuesdays at 9:30 am and Thursdays at 4:00 pm. 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 pa

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

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

The SHINE program trains people for careers in solar energy . The program is free and participants receive a stipend while they're participating. It requires 450 hours of training over the course of 13 weeks, and no prior experience is needed. Participants must be able to life 50 pounds; speak fluent English; climb a ladder; and have a total household income of less than $77,000. NOTE: Preference will be be given to people who live in Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, or H

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 .

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

X-cel Conservation Corps offers a variety of education programs as well as a Wastewater Operator's License program . The program includes instruction, an internship, and help with job placement. NOTE: You must be between age 18 and age 40 to do the program. For more information and to apply, click HERE .

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

Overview: 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, Winchester, Winthrop and Woburn. Program details from the Cambridge Community Learning Center (CCLC) website: The Early Childhood Education Career Training Program provides entry level training and job experience to people interes

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

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. To read more about it, please click HERE . For questions, contact Rosane Batista a

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

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

Discover the Google Career Certificate program, offered in partnership with Boston Public Library and Grow with Google . Get started on your Tech career! Introduction Gain access to career possibilities with the Google Career Certificate program. Prepare for interesting positions in various fields, including cybersecurity, data analytics, digital marketing, IT support, project management, UX design, IT automation with Python, and business intelligence. High Quality Program

The Ready, Set, Service! (Customer Service) Training Program prepares students to work in a variety of customer service jobs. Beyond learning customer service skills, students are supported in the job readiness / job search process. Part of the program is done online and part of it is done in person at IINE's Boston location. Sessions meet Monday through Friday. Must have at least an intermediate level of English to do the program (SPL 3). For Information, contact: info

World Education Services offers helpful booklets on career pathways to a variety of professional jobs in the USA . You can download these booklets from their website. The various careers covered include: Law Dentistry Allied Health Information Technology (IT) Pharmacy Architecture Accounting Engineering Teaching Nursing If you want to read or download the booklets, click on the link below and scroll down to "National Career Pathways Resources" . ACCESS BOOKLETS HERE