MassHire Greater New Bedford Workforce Board

06/20/2026

📢 117 job seekers. Local employers. New opportunities.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent Job Fair and helped make the event a success.

Read more:
https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/masshire-job-fair-connects-117-job-seekers-with-local-employers/

06/19/2026

🎓 Celebrating student success and community leadership!

MassHire Greater New Bedford recently recognized the accomplishments of our YouthBuild graduates and honored Lindsey Souza with the YouthBuild Advocate Award for her dedication and commitment to supporting local youth.

Congratulations to our graduates and to Lindsey for this well-deserved recognition.

Read the full story and see photo gallery:
https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/youthbuild-graduation-celebrates-student-success-and-honors-a-masshire-gnb-youth-advocate/

06/18/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Youth Case Manager

MassHire Greater New Bedford is seeking a Youth Case Manager to support young adults as they pursue education, training, and employment opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping youth succeed and building career pathways, we'd love to hear from you.

View the full job posting and application instructions:
https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/employment-opportunity-youth-case-manager/

06/18/2026

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06/17/2026

We are currently recruiting for our FREE Summer Creative Careers Program for middle and high school youth who are interested in songwriting, digital music production, creative writing, digital art and graphic design.

Classes start on July 7, 2026 and will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4:00pm - 6:00pm, and 6:00pm - 8:00pm through August 20th.

The application deadline is Thursday, July 2nd by 7pm.

You can mail completed applications to Dream Out Loud, 127 West Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford MA 02744 or email to [email protected] (preferred).

We are also having an open house sign up session on Thursday, July 2nd anytime from 3pm - 7pm. Dream Out Loud is located at the Kilburn Mill, 127 West Rodney French Blvd in New Bedford, Suite 2-64.

Please SHARE with any youth who may be interested!

06/13/2026

06/11/2026

⚙️ Looking to start a career in Advanced Manufacturing?

Join this FREE 7-week hands-on training program at Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School and gain the skills employers are looking for.

📅 July 6, 2026 – August 20, 2026

Participants will learn:
✅ Shop Safety & Manual Machining
✅ Blueprint Reading
✅ CNC Lathe & CNC Mill Operation
✅ G-Code & M-Code Programming
✅ Mastercam Software
✅ Troubleshooting & Job Readiness

This comprehensive training includes hands-on instruction, safety certifications, manual and CNC machine operation, and final exams to prepare you for opportunities in today's advanced manufacturing industry.

Learn more and apply:
https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/advanced-manufacturing-training/

For more information, contact:
📧 Lynn Connor at mailto:[email protected]

06/10/2026

🔥 Ready to spark a new career? Our upcoming Welding Training Program at South Shore Technical High School runs July 13 – August 4, Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–2:00 PM. Participants will learn shop safety, welding fundamentals, tool operation, metal identification, and hands-on fabrication skills.

Whether you're exploring a new career path or looking to build valuable manufacturing skills, this training can help you get started.

📍 Hanover, MA
📅 July 13 – August 4

Learn more and apply: https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/welding-class/

📧 Contact Lynn Connor: mailto:[email protected]

06/10/2026

🔨 Build your future with hands-on carpentry training!

The Carpentry Training Program at MassHire Greater New Bedford helps participants gain real trade skills, industry experience, and career opportunities in the construction field. 🪚🏠

✔️ Hands-on training
✔️ Career readiness support
✔️ Pathways to employment in the trades

Learn more:
https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/carpentry-training-program/

For more information, contact:
📞 Jolene Bedoya — 774-762-5116
📧 [email protected]

06/09/2026

Eight students completed Advanced Manufacturing training through the MACWIC program on May 28, earning Level 1 and Level 2 Certificates and OSHA 10 cards 🎓⚙️. The 104-hour training, provided by Mass MEP and funded by MassTech Collaborative, included instruction in Basic Math, Metrology, Blueprint Reading, 3D Printing, AI in Manufacturing, GD&T, Statistical Process Control, ISO 9001, and Lean Manufacturing concepts 📐🤖.

Employers interested in hiring graduates may contact Debra Hartman at [email protected] or 774-762-5061 📞💼.