Job Readiness | Brooklyn Community Board 14

Earn $ while you train! Choose one of two tracks. Healthcare: - HHA - CNA/PCT - Hemodialysis. Industrial and infrastructure: - Construction - Building Maintenance - HVAC. Are you 18-24? Free training and certification, industry professional mentorship, includes paid internship. Requirements: High school diploma / HSE, out of work. Be prepared to stay at least 3 hours* at the info session. Those interested in moving forward will take a TABE test. Where: St. Nicks Alliance Workforce, 92 Throop Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11206 (J/M train to Flushing Avenue and B/46/47/57/15 buses to Flushing Avenue. Contact: 718-203-2057 ext. 450 or TrainandEarn@stnicksalliance.org TTY number: 800-662-1220. St. Nicks Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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Train and Earn Industrial & Health Care Programs for Youth

Provided by:

St. Nicks Alliance

Type:

Jobs and Internships • Training and Education

Resource for:

Adults 18-24 • Young Adults

Keywords:

Job Readiness • Job Training • Youth

Youth ages 18–24 with a high school diploma or GED can enroll in Train and Earn programs offering job training, certifications, internships, and employment support. In partnership with DYCD, programs include industrial and infrastructure training in construction, HVAC, and building maintenance, as well as health care pathways. Participants receive support to secure permanent jobs, complete high school equivalency if needed, and access postsecondary education and training. Weekly in-person information sessions are also available to learn about free training options across education, tech, building trades, financial services, and health care.

More info at:

Website:

stnicksalliance.org/workforce-development

Email: TrainandEarn@stnicksalliance.org

Phone: 718-302-2057 ext. 450

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Info sessions

Address: 92 Throop Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Updated on: 02/09/2026 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Free Learning, Job Training, and Community Services

Provided by:

Brooklyn Public Library

Type:

Counseling • Family Services • Training and Education

Resource for:

Everyone / Anyone in Need

Keywords:

Adult Education • College Prep • Community Resources • GED / High School • Job Readiness • Job Training • Literacy • Public Assistance • Social Services

The Flatbush Literacy Zone Welcome Center is a local hub offering free educational, workforce, and support services for individuals and families. Services include adult literacy and High School Equivalency preparation, college and career readiness, job training, digital literacy, and connections to social and community resources. All services are free and open to the public, with hours available throughout the week at the Flatbush Library.

More info at:

Email: FlatbushLZ@bklynlibrary.org

Phone: 347-735-8698

Address: Flatbush Library, 22 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226

Updated on: 11/20/2025 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Emergency Snow Shoveler Positions – Winter 2025–2026

Provided by:

Department of Sanitation (DSNY)

Type:

Jobs and Internships

Keywords:

Job Readiness • Public Service • Seasonal Work • Weather

Emergency Snow Shovelers are needed to clear snow and ice from bus stops, crosswalks, hydrants, and step streets after major snowfalls, on a per-diem, temporary basis. Positions pay $19.14 per hour to start and $28.71 after 40 hours in a week. Applicants must be 18 or older, eligible to work in the U.S., and able to perform heavy labor. Use the link to register.

More info at:

Website:

www.nyc.gov/site/dsny/careers/civilians/emergency-snow-shovelers.page

Updated on: 10/29/2025 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Annual Filmmaking Program for Youth

Provided by:

CAMBA LEAP

Type:

Training and Education

Resource for:

Teenagers

Keywords:

Arts and Culture • Education • Film and Media • Job Readiness • Youth

CAMBA LGBTQ+ Education and Acceptance Project (LEAP) is offering a free eight-week filmmaking and editing program for youth ages 15–20 living or studying in Brooklyn or Queens. The program runs from October 4 to November 22, 2025, with sessions held Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 PM at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center (1561 Bedford Avenue). Participants will receive production credits, a $20 gift card incentive per session (up to $160 total), MetroCards for travel, and an additional gift card for successful referrals.

More info at:

Website:

linktr.ee/cambaproyectoleap

Email: Gloria.Soto@camba.org

Updated on: 09/24/2025 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Employment Works for Justice-Involved Jobseekers

Provided by:

Workforce 1

Type:

Jobs and Internships • Training and Education

Resource for:

Adults 18+ • Justice-involved individuals

Keywords:

Career Counseling • Job Readiness • Job Search • Job Training

Brooklyn Workforce1 Employment Works supports individuals who have engaged with the criminal justice system by providing tailored services at both our Bronx and Brooklyn Workforce1 Career Centers. Services include job/interview coaching, career exploration, résumé review, referrals for professional attire and benefits, direct referrals to job interviews, resources to seal conviction records, post-placement follow-up to promote retention and growth, career advisement, preparation workshops, and more. These services help candidates succeed beyond barriers to work that are common for individuals with a criminal justice history.

More info at:

Website:

Address: 9 Bond St, 5th Floor, Brooklyn NY 11201

Updated on: 07/22/2025 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Free GED Classes for Adults

Provided by:

COJO Flatbush

Type:

Training and Education

Keywords:

Adult Education • Career Counseling • College Prep • Education • GED / High School • Job Readiness

Adults 18 and older can earn their high school diploma through free GED classes at COJO Flatbush. The program offers flexible scheduling with morning, evening, and Sunday classes; small class sizes; and supportive instructors. A Regents credit transfer option is available for those who qualify. All learning materials, including books and practice tests, are provided at no cost. Participants will also receive guidance on workforce and college readiness, job preparation, and college applications. Whether you're aiming for a better job or fulfilling a personal goal, this program helps adult learners succeed in a welcoming environment. A pre-assessment is required prior to enrollment.

More info at:

Website:

Email: adulteducation@Jewishcouncil.org

Phone: 718-377-2900 ext: 350

Updated on: 07/09/2025 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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The Supported Summer Experimental Filmmaking Lab Paid Summer Program

Provided by:

Reel Works

Resource for:

Neurodivergent Individuals • Youth

Keywords:

Arts and Culture • Job Readiness • Summer Programs

Four-week workshop that teaches filmmaking to students who learn differently. It provides community, support, and resources for neurodivergent NYC students ages 15-21 as they explore storytelling through experimental filmmaking. Participants receive a $500 stipend in the lab. Apply by June 4, 2024.

Deadline: June 4, 2024

More info at:

Website:

www.bit.ly/3UgM0Vb

Email: MARIAM@REELWORKS.ORG

Updated on: 05/22/2024 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.

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Dual Language Documentary Lab Paid Summer Program

Provided by:

Reel Works

Type:

Jobs and Internships • Training and Education

Keywords:

Arts and Culture • Job Readiness • Summer Programs

Over 5 weeks, learn to use cameras, lighting, and sound to tell a story of family heritage, women’s empowerment, or the importance of mental health as teenagers. All workshops will be in Spanish and English. A stipend of $1100 is provided to participants in the Lab. Applicants must be 15-20 years old. Application closes on June 4th 2024.

Deadline: June 4, 2024

More info at:

Website:

www.bit.ly/3vGrfbP

Email: MARIAM@REELWORKS.ORG

Updated on: 05/22/2024 • Please note that this resource may no longer be current. Contact the provider for the most up to date information.