(Boston Orange 摘譯) 麻州政府宣佈，將經由YouthWorks，以2268萬美元資金，在暑假，以及平日，付薪僱用6540名青少年進入各個不同行業工作，以培訓麻州年輕人，幫助他們學習軟技能，獲得必要的工作經驗。
麻州州長奚莉（Maura Healey）強調，這相關活動是在加強地方經濟和為下一代勞動力做準備。YouthWorks在這方面經驗豐富，將藉由麻州政府的撥補助款給16個地區，來幫助30多個城市的青少年，延聘老師，支援課程編排，獲得現實世界的工作經驗，開闢出各種職業的就業途徑，
麻州勞工和勞力發展廳廳長Lauren Jones在參觀「麻州聘僱（MassHire）」 ，大羅爾人力委員會（Greater Lowell Workforce Board），以及羅爾市（Lowell）時宣布了這些補助款。
Lowell市獲得了超過100萬美元資金，以支持聘用329名青少年。伯克夏爾 (Berkshire)培訓及就業公司獲得584,200元，要讓111名青少年參與。波士頓市人力發展辦公室和7個次級獲補助機構共獲得414萬9200元，要讓1102名青少年參與計劃等。
Commonwealth Corporation的青年和司法計劃副總裁Aadil Sulaiman表示，YouthWorks正在填補教育、實踐培訓和就業機會之間的空白。
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards More Than $22 Million to Hire Over 6,500 Youth for Summer and Year-Round Employment
YouthWorks Program Helps Provide Vital Work Experience and Soft Skills Training for Youth and Young Adults
LOWELL — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced more than $22 million in funding grants to hire 6,540 youth in summer and year-round employment through the state’s YouthWorks program for the 2025-2026 program year. The YouthWorks program provides teens and young adults with hands-on work experience and soft-skill development in partnership with MassHire regional workforce boards, community-based organizations, and employers statewide.
Since January 2023, more than 13,000 youth and young adults have been placed in a job or received job training through the Youthworks program. Program participants have been placed in jobs in industries such as education, health care, information technology, camp counselors, and arts and communications. Participants also receive vital soft skills training, including leadership, project management, and customer service, and received workforce supports to reduce barriers to employment, including transportation.
“Youthworks provides foundational opportunities for young people to obtain real world experiences, new skills and paychecks as they explore future careers,” said Governor Maura Healey. “YouthWorks is part of our administration’s commitment to improving educational and job opportunities for young people to set them on a path to success and meet the needs of our employers.”
“By providing our future workforce with the skills they need to succeed, we are strengthening the state’s competitiveness, growing our local economies and building a pipeline of future workers,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll.“We look forward to seeing our young people gain these experiences and join Team Massachusetts.”
For summer 2025 and school year 2026, 16 regional grants will receive $22.68 million in YouthWorks funding. The grants fund paid, short-term work placements throughout the year at public, non-profit, and private work sites with the highest engagement during summer months. Funding also supports training for participants to learn core soft skills, mentorship, and the opportunity to work side-by-side with professionals in areas of their interest. Additionally, participants will be guided on how to further their education and career pathways.
Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones announced the grants during a visit to the MassHire Greater Lowell Workforce Board and the City of Lowell. The City of Lowell received more than $1 million in funding to support the hiring of 329 youth.
“Investing in our youth and young adults is an essential part of our state’s strategy to develop pathways for our future talent and workforce,” said Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones. “YouthWorks provides an invaluable chance for young people to discover why Massachusetts is an exceptional place to live and work. The Healey-Driscoll administration appreciates the collaboration with MassHire regional workforce boards, the Legislature, and local community and employer partners who all help in opening more doors and opportunities for our youth and young adults."
The YouthWorks program is administered by Commonwealth Corporation in partnership with the MassHire regional Workforce Boards to provide employment opportunities for young people ages 14 to 25 years old, from over 30 cities across Massachusetts, between July to August and September to June, annually. The program bridges the gap between youth and employment, creating a new wave of emerging workers ready to enter the labor force. Participants of these programs are young adults whose family income does not exceed the annual equivalent of 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. This is achieved by partnering with nonprofits, public sector, and private sector businesses, offering a variety of career experiences to participants throughout the program cycle.
“Investing in our youth today is vital for both strengthening our future workforce and fostering a sustainable economy,” said Commonwealth Corporation Vice President of Youth and Justice Programs Aadil Sulaiman. “YouthWorks is bridging the gap between education, hands-on training, and employment opportunities for young people across the state. We are grateful for our partnerships with regional Workforce Investment Boards, businesses, and nonprofits, which are crucial in creating diverse and meaningful career opportunities and providing our youth with the skills they need to succeed.”
The grant recipients, a program summary, and year-round youth engagement totals include the following, by MassHire region:
Berkshire
Berkshire Training and Employment Inc., (BTE Inc.) will work to introduce different trades to youth, including Automotive and Welding, and also provide certifications in EMT, LPN and paraprofessionals. — $584,200 to engage 111 youth.
Boston
The City of Boston Office of Workforce Development will partner with seven sub-grantees throughout the city of Boston to provide youth placements and opportunities that are industry-aligned and provide career exploration opportunities. — $4,149,200 to engage 1,102 youth.
Bristol
The Bristol County Training Consortium will work with special education and transitional service programs for 18 – 22 year-olds to identify youth and offer meaningful school-based placement opportunities to meet student needs. This new program activity will occur alongside existing worksite placements with municipal government, manufacturing, education, and retail positions among others. — $1,329,000 to engage 500 youth.
Brockton
The Brockton Area Workforce Investment Board will prepare individuals for employment in specific industries and occupations including Bank Telling, IT with a Google IT Certification, and Healthcare. — $1,044,123.11 to engage 354 youth.
Cape Cod
The MassHire Cape Cod & Islands Workforce Board will work with ArtWorks, a youth-focused initiative that ensures young adults feel connected to career pathways in the arts, reinforcing a sense of belonging and increasing retention. Many students participate in ArtWorks which enables youth to build strong artist portfolios for college and future career opportunities. — $156,595 to engage 77 youth.
Central
The MassHire Central Region Workforce Board's programming focuses on industry exposure, mentorship, real-world experience, networking, and career exploration opportunities. Through a coalition of community partners, they will provide work experiences at over 70 employer sites ranging in industry from advanced manufacturing to government to financial services. —$2,079,200 to engage 510 youth.
Franklin Hampshire
The Franklin Hampshire Employment and Training Consortium, with partnerships including Greenfield Community College and MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center, will work with youth participants for workforce training programs for credential attainment in industries such as Early Childhood Education, Certified Nursing Assistant, Advanced manufacturing and HVAC technician. — $526,700 to engage 170 youth.
Greater Lowell
The City of Lowell, through MassHire LowellCareer Center, will work with Greater Lowell Technical High School to implement the Certified Nursing Assistant training program and provide certifications in high-demand industries like healthcare, general construction, and IT/Green energy. — $1,012,200 to engage 329 youth.
Greater New Bedford
The Greater New Bedford Workforce Investment Board will support placement in the clean energy sector and also project-based learning in robotics, early childcare and development and carpentry apprenticeship. — $1,043,959 to engage 337 youth.
Hampden County
The MassHire Hampden County Workforce Board, Inc. will focus on programmatic additions to their workshops and soft skills curriculum that center on renewable energy and climate change in addition to their existing focuses on education, camp counseling, and afterschool programs. — $2,953,200 to engage 953 youth.
Merrimack Valley
MassHire Merrimack Valley and the City of Lawrence youth will have the opportunity to gain work experience in a variety of different industries from STEM and Education to Performing Arts and Finance. They will also work to assist with the transportation barriers by providing Driver’s Education programming to help overcome the transportation barrier to employment. — $1,665,196.79 to engage 537 youth.
Metro North
The Metro North Regional Employment Board will focus on Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, STEM, Green Tech and Biotech, Urban Farming, and Climate Resiliency through partnerships with organizations like Digital Ready, City of Somerville, and Sasaki Foundation. — $2,286,200 to engage 443 youth.
Metro Southwest
The Metro South/West MassHire Regional Workforce Board is emphasizing their programming on behavioral health, in addition to CPR and First Aid, and will offer Entrepreneurship, Community Health, and Teen Mental Health First Aid certifications to youth. — $1,090,195 to engage 300 youth.
North Central
The MassHire North Central Workforce Board, Inc. support the service-learning and job placement of youth in education, film and media, and healthcare positions. Through a partnership with Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MART) they will offer free transportation for youth in programming as a support service. — $469,199 to engage 145 youth.
North Shore
The MassHire North Shore Workforce Board will coordinate 25-35 worksites in the cities of Salem and Lynn to offer subsidized jobs to participants, ranging from early work-based learning to advanced career exploration. — $1,320,200.00 to engage 377 youth.
South Shore
MassHire South Shore Workforce Board and the City of Quincy’s Ladders 2 Success (L2S) will help transition incoming freshmen to high school and also expose them to different career paths. L2S will also assist participants in their own personal employment journey so that they may have a clearer view on how to be a good employee, how to manage their finances, and to obtain the skills to eventually select a suitable career path. — $975,200 to engage 295 youth.
Statements Of Support
Kevin Coughlin, Executive Director, MassHire Greater Lowell
“This program goes beyond just employment. It builds confidence, real-world experience, and a pathway for young adults to navigate the evolving job market with resilience and purpose. By investing in Youthworks, we are investing in Greater Lowell’s future, strengthening our local economy, and preparing the next generation. We are grateful for the continued support from the Healey-Driscoll Administration and Commonwealth Corporation!”
Peter J. Farkas, President and CEO, MassHire Hampden Workforce Board
“YouthWorks plays a vital role in supporting youth, local communities, and businesses across Hampden County. It offers a powerful opportunity to shape the region’s future workforce by equipping participants with essential job skills, career exploration experiences, and hands-on work opportunities. The program is especially critical to the economic vitality of Hampden County’s four Gateway Cities—Springfield, Holyoke, Chicopee, and Westfield—as well as neighboring communities
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