Our Career Design School is about career pathways and progression. We help students identify career goals and create a plan for success. With two weeks of job readiness training, personalized one-on-one support from a Job Placement Specialist, and a full year of follow-up services, we ensure participants have the tools they need to thrive.
Discover our programs in commercial production, clean energy, culinary arts, and more, plus our job search training program that connects participants as they begin their career journey.
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All of our programs include three weeks of job readiness training. Our job readiness curriculum provides participants with tools and strategies that enhance our participants’ ability to obtain employment through workshops including resume preparation, self-esteem building, job search techniques and resources, interviewing techniques, and networking opportunities.
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We help students identify career paths and goals, and build an action plan to achieve those goals. Upon completion of the program, students also complete OSHA 10 General Industries Certification. Students are eligible to apply for employment with Community Work Services’ Commercial Production Team.
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Safety, Skills, and Employment Training Program is an intensive 9-week training program that directly addresses the ongoing need for community-focused workforce training programs that can support the specific employment needs of underserved individuals and help them develop strong pathways for career success and financial security. This program prepares participants for entry-level employment in construction and related trades through a structured blend of classroom instruction, hands-on lab experience, safety certification, and job readiness training.
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Our Culinary Training Program helps students prepare for entry-level positions in the rapidly growing food services sector. Training involves a mix of classroom curriculum with hands-on experience, and job placement assistance.
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The At Your Service Certificate Program prepares participants for careers in the growing hospitality industry through eight weeks of hands-on training using the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute’s START (Skills, Tasks, and Results Training) Curriculum.
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This six-week program provides hands-on training in industry-standard cleaning techniques using eco-friendly products, while emphasizing workplace safety and compliance.
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In partnership with National Grid, this 8-week, pre-apprenticeship program prepares individuals from underrepresented communities for entry- to mid-level union careers in the energy sector. Participants gain hands-on technical experience, certifications, and mentorship to build pathways into full-time roles at National Grid.
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Community Work Services partners with correctional facilities to deliver industry-recognized job training to incarcerated individuals. Programs include Commercial Cleaning and Culinary Training, equipping participants with hands-on experience, essential certifications like OSHA 10 and ServSafe, and reentry-focused job readiness to support stable employment.
Bridges to Employment (B2E) is a weekly, hands-on job search training program that provides personalized support to help participants find jobs, get hired, transition into employment, and thrive in the workplace. Whether you're overcoming significant employment gaps, returning to the community after incarceration, or taking steps forward in your recovery, B2E gives you the tools, confidence, and guidance to successfully navigate every stage of the job search journey.
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