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

Millenium Training Institute offers primarily free training opportunities in the allied health field . Specifically, they focus on trainings for Clinicial Medical Assistant and Medical Administrative Assistant positions. Each program runs for about 4 months and requires at least an intermedicate level of English. In addition, they also have a Business Services Administration program and a PC Network Support Specialist program. They operate out of Woburn and Milton/Dorc

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

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

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

CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS (CAP): This is an advanced level English program designed for immigrants with college degrees and professional backgrounds from their home countries who want to pursue similar careers here. The program requires: High Intermediate or Advanced English A college degree A Legal Work Authorization A PC/Laptop with camera and microphone NOTE: This is a free program with 18 weeks of English instruction and a job search/placement class. Check

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

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

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 Harvard Univeristy Ed Portal offers small businesses as well as aspiring business owners a variety of workshops, coaching, and online learning . The objectives are to help you plan and/or further develop your business. All classes are taught by experts in their field who are or have been successful business owners. Note that the programs are geared towards businesses in Allston, Brighton, and Cambridge . For more information, visit the WEBSITE .

MIRA, the Masschusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition, is an orgnaization that promotes the adaptation and rights of refugees and immigrants. Their site has a "Business Resource Center" that offers a variety of business-related information, including links to state, local and national resources for immigrant entrepreneurs. Note that there are MANY links on this page, and some of them are no longer active. However, many of them remain active and provide a variety

The State of Massachusetts has a variety of resources to assist people who want to establish and build a small business. These resources include information about: Training Advising Market research Creating a business plan Licensing Step-by-step guidelines For details, visit the WEBSITE .

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

SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is the country's largest network of volunteer business experts who provide free mentoring to individuals that hope to plan, launch, manage, and grow a small business. These mentors can offer advice via email, phone, and/or videocalls, and they can meet with clients on an ongoing basis. SCORE services also include trainings, webinars, virtual workshops, on-demand courses, and a variety of online resources. MORE INFORMATION SCORE WE

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) tries to bolster aspiring small business people who have typically lacked access to funding and support services. Often, these are people of color, women, immigrants, veterans, and small businesses located in less affluent geographical areas. Among the services they provide are grants and loans as well as connections with organizations and successful local businesses that can offer assistance with marketing, accounting, problem-

For some people, working as a dental assistant is a career in and of itself. For others, it's a great first step towards working at more advanced jobs in the dental field. It's a hands-on job that requires interacting with patients; preparing patient-area work stations; assisting dentists; processing xrays; scheduling appointments; and organizing information. There are several paths to becoming a dental assistant, and four different levels of possible training . All pat

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

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

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

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.

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