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This page was updated on January 9, 2026.
Evergreens Veterans Green Careers Landscape Training Program
Training Dates: March 2 – April 10, 2026
Location: The Evergreens Cemetery, Brooklyn & Queens
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: Free ($1,000 completion stipend)
The Evergreens Veterans Green Careers Landscape Training Program is a hands-on training opportunity for Veterans interested in careers in landscape care and restoration. Participants receive outdoor, on-site training combined with classroom instruction on the historic 225-acre grounds of The Evergreens Cemetery. The program provides foundational skills in landscape maintenance, team labor techniques, and safety, along with virtual job readiness support and job placement assistance.
Participants also earn industry-recognized certifications, including OSHA30, Site Safety 10, DOT 4-Hour Flagger, and American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR with AED. Additional supports include a weekly MTA pass and required work and safety clothing.
Application Deadline: Saturday, January 31, 2026. To apply or request more information, send a resume to: Lauren Miller lm@theevergreenscemetery.org
Eligibility Requirements:
- Veteran status with DD214 discharge other than dishonorable
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NYC resident (five boroughs)
- Work-eligible in the U.S.
- English language fluency
- Ability to perform outdoor physical work in all weather
- Valid driver’s license
Flyer to Spread the Word
Use the Evergreens flyer for outreach and referrals.
Customer Service and Work Readiness Training
CPC’s Education and Career Services team is accepting applications for their new Customer Service and Work Readiness Training program. This free program, offered in Manhattan on the weekdays and in Brooklyn on Saturdays, helps participants refine their professional expertise while developing communication skills that can be easily applied to any job. Additionally, once a participant completes the program, they are automatically referred to CPC’s Career Center for job counseling, job placement support, resume and cover letter assistance, and other related services.
Complete the CPC interest form to learn more, and for more information, review the CPC program flyer in English, Spanish, and Chinese, or email ecsinfo@cpc-nyc.org.
Free Apple Computer Courses at CUNY in the Heights!
Courses are free and open to anyone ages 18 and up, and no previous computer experience is required.
Interested in taking your computer skills to the next level? Hispanic Federation and America on Tech are offering a brand-new computer training series at CUNY in the Heights.
Training courses range from beginner to expert, and offerings include spreadsheet management and building your own avatar with Swift coding. Learners will have access to new MacBook Air laptops and iPads. Learners who complete one of our two-hour training courses will receive a $25 gift card for their participation.
Review the schedule, course descriptions, and sign up for as many courses as you like. Learn more and apply for the Apple courses. Spread the word with the Apple Courses program flyer.
Green Construction & Energy Efficiency Training
Training Dates: February 2, 2026 – March 27, 2026
Location: Long Island City, Queens
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Cost: Free to participants
Andromeda Community Initiative (ACI) is recruiting for their Green Construction & Energy Efficiency training. This rigorous, hands-on workforce training program is designed to prepare participants for entry-level careers in green construction and building operations. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the program by watching ACI’s program videos.
For individuals interested in applying, please register to attend a mandatory information session on January 16 at 1pm sharp. Candidates must attend the full session and have a current resume (PDF or Word doc) to be eligible to interview for this program. The info session registration form includes this question: “What is the name and email of the person who has referred you to ACI?” You may enter NYCETC and info@nycetc.org as the referring organization.
Career coaches, case managers, and partners are also welcome to attend the info session, or spread the word with ACI’s program flyer.
Fedcap IMPACT Reentry Program
Open to justice-involved individuals across NYC
The IMPACT Program supports New Yorkers transitioning from the justice system by providing job training, career support, and essential resources. Services include:
- Sector-based training (e.g., OSHA 30, flagger certification)
- Resume and interview prep, work attire, and job placement
- Virtual reality career exploration
- On-site and virtual work readiness services
- Emergency support (cell phones, hygiene kits, gift cards)
Location: Gertz Building, 92-31 Union Hall St, 4th Fl, Jamaica, NY 11433
For more information and to apply, complete the online recruitment form, email IMPACT@fedcap.org, or call 646-931-2414 (toll-free 855-530-4796). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and you can spread the word with the IMPACT Program Flyer.
St. Nicks Alliance Workforce Programs – Weekly Info Sessions in Brooklyn
St. Nicks Alliance offers comprehensive workforce development services, including skills training, job placement, adult education, and career guidance for youth and adults. They focus on in-demand fields such as construction, HVAC, environmental remediation, healthcare, tech, finance and more, helping over 1,000 individuals annually secure high-wage, career-track jobs. For more information, please visit their website and sign-up for their in-person info sessions, held on a weekly basis in Brooklyn.
Explore Your Future with CCI at BEOC
The College Connections Initiative (CCI) at the Brooklyn Educational Opportunity Center empowers students and community members to navigate the path to higher education—completely free of charge. Through dynamic college exploration workshops, CCI offers expert guidance on everything from applying to colleges to understanding financial aid. Whether you’re a first-time applicant or returning to school, CCI is here to help you take the next step with confidence. Learn more and apply here.
Sector based training for a variety of career tracks
Brooklyn Workforce Innovations offers free job training through eight sector-based career training programs designed to help low-income New Yorkers access living-wage employment. Their programs offer training in skilled trades such as woodworking, cable installation, CDL driving, film and TV production, affordable housing, and tech customer support. Learn more on their website.
Project Comeback Offering Sector-Based Training
Open to New Yorkers who are experiencing homelessness
ACE’s Project Comeback is a workforce development and vocational rehabilitation program that helps New Yorkers gain the educational, interpersonal, and technical skills needed to secure and retain full-time, permanent employment. Trainings include OSHA Construction, Commercial Driver’s Licensing, Forklift Operation, Custodial Maintenance Training, Certified Peer Recovery Coach, and Security Guard Training. ACE also offers paid work experience training, adult education, job-placement services, a life-long aftercare program, and on-site wrap-around support including legal assistance, financial coaching, and wellness programming.
ACE is an HRA-approved program with a 35-hour-per-week commitment. To learn more or make a referral, call (212) 274-0550 x18 or email Emma Dingeldein at edingeldein@acenewyork.org.
Electric Vehicle Safety & Service Course
Interested in the electric vehicle industry? CWE, in partnership with CALSTART and Bronx Community College, is offering a free online Electric Vehicle Safety & Service course to help participants build industry skills and prepare for certification tests.
The self-paced, 25-hour online course, featuring modular lessons, videos, slides, and pre/post exams. Participants can skip sections they’re already familiar with, making it flexible for both new and experienced learners.
Who should apply? Anyone interested in the automotive industry, including mechanics, service technicians, and those looking to enter the growing electric vehicle sector. No prior experience required.
Complete the registration form for the course.
Project Renewal
Project Renewal is actively recruiting for the following programs:
—Employment Training Program: 10 days of soft skills training including resume and interview preparation as well as digital literacy
—Human Services Training: 10 days training designed for individuals with an interest in developing the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to secure employment in the Human Services industry working with various populations.
—Next Step Internship Training Program: Paid internship training for careers in homeless services. 8-week classroom-based and on the job training to prepare for opportunities as Residential Aide, Front Desk, House Manager and/or Maintenance Worker.
—Culinary Arts Training Program: The Culinary Arts Training Program (CATP) is a 12-week intensive training program designed for individuals who express an interest in developing the skills and knowledge needed to work in a kitchen and secure employment in the food service industry.
—Assisted Competitive Employment Program: individualized job placement and support program for adults with mental health diagnosis.
Interested applicants may attend an information session held every Tuesday at 10:00am or 2:00pm in-person at 200 Varick Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10014. To make a referral please email nextstep@projectrenewal.org
LaGuardia Community College’s Correctional Education Partnership
Open to formerly incarcerated people and those impacted by mass incarceration, ages 18 and older.
The Correctional Education Partnership (CEP) initiative seeks to support the educational goals of formerly incarcerated people and those impacted by mass incarceration to create equitable career pathways and opportunities in a competitive job market. CEP does this by advancing access to high-quality education and training courses that build knowledge in specialized career fields in a holistic, safe, and supportive environment at LaGuardia Community College. Spread the word with the program flyer, and find more information on this program on LaGuardia Community College’s website.
Access construction jobs and training
Open to NYC residents that have previous construction experience and certifications
BSNY provides ongoing virtual recruitment for full-time entry-level construction jobs throughout NYC. Candidates that meet the minimum BSNY requirements and would like to be considered for BSNY construction jobs are invited to complete an application online. After the application is completed, our staff will reach job-seekers for an initial interview which may include an invitation to an upcoming recruitment session.
Looking to improve your skills? Building Skills NY provides Construction Career Accelerator classes in partnership with training providers and employers across the city. Learn more on BSNY’s website and complete the interest form.
Start your career in tech with a focus on cybersecurity and cloud computing
Open to young adults ages 18-26
NPower provides tuition-free technology training, in-demand IT certifications, access to corporate mentors/networks, paid internships/apprenticeships, and career placement into the tech world for young adults ages 18-26. Jumpstart your tech career in less than 6 months through 16 weeks of hands-on classroom followed by the career placement phase. No tech experience is needed. Apply here.