News and Announcements

Labor force participation reaches 66.3%, highest rate since before the pandemic

Funding made available to meet the skilled workforce needs of businesses in Massachusetts and help families move out of shelter

US Department of Labor Award is part of Biden-Harris Administration’s Effort to Diversify, Expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs in States

Massachusetts Workforce Skills Fund will help reduce barriers to job training and employment programs for unemployed and underemployed jobseekers

New appointments will coordinate with state and federal partners to address employee misclassification and wage theft, ensure level playing field for businesses

Labor force participation reaches 66%, highest rate since September 2020

Program participants receive on-the-job training from local organizations in industries such as clean energy, hospitality, and manufacturing

Estimated jobs increase 19,000. Labor force participation increases to 65.7%

Career Technical Initiative Addresses the Persistent Demand for Workers in the Trades, Construction, and Manufacturing in Partnership with over 180 Employers

Workforce development funding will train, upskill, and hire untapped talent in health care, life sciences, culinary, and more

Unemployment remains below the national rate. Labor force participation rate increases to 65.3%