The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development builds a skilled workforce, connects talent to opportunity, supports those facing job loss or injury, and ensures safe workplaces.
Jobs and Careers
Whether you're looking to gain specialized training, a first-time jobseeker, or about to start a completely new career, we connect you with opportunities to help you succeed.

Job search resources


Improve your skills


Registered apprenticeships

Claims
We’re committed to helping you achieve economic stability, whether you've experienced job loss, a serious medical condition, or a workplace injury.

Unemployment Insurance Program


Paid Family and Medical Leave


Workers' Compensation Benefits

Impacted by the federal government shutdown?
Federal employees furloughed during a federal government shutdown may be eligible for UI benefits. When filing a claim, select “lack of work” as the reason for separation.
Click here for more information on applying for UI benefits as a federal employee.
Employer Resources
We connect talent with opportunities and also connect opportunities with employers, like you, to help you attract, retain, and develop a world-class workforce.

Attract talent


Retain talent


Develop talent

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About the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
Lauren Jones, Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development
Secretary Jones was appointed by Governor Healey on January 17, 2023. She previously held roles with the City of Boston under Mayor Walsh and in state government during the Patrick-Murray Administration.
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Boston, MA 02108