Training and Education

2025-NYCP24283_POP Recruitment Flyer_18.54 per hour_4_16_25

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NYC Parks Workforce Development: Earn and Learn

Provided by:
Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR)
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Jobseekers
Keywords:
Job Training  •  Outdoors
This program helps jobseekers build skills while working to keep New York City’s parks and playgrounds clean and green. Through the Parks Opportunity Program, participants take on a six-month maintenance role with NYC Parks, earning $18.54 per hour. The program also offers paid career coaching, resume development, and the chance to earn valuable credentials such as a high school equivalency diploma, driver’s license, CDL, security certifications, and horticulture training. A $101.25 background check fee applies to candidates not currently employed by the City. NYC Parks is an equal opportunity employer.

More info at:

Website:
Apply at bit.ly/ParksOpportunityProgram
 
Email: workforce.development@parks.nyc.gov  
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2025-octavia summer institute flyer 2025

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Octavia Summer Institute

Provided by:
Octavia Project
Type:
Summer Programs  •  Training and Education  •  Youth Services
Resource for:
Teenagers
Keywords:
Arts and Culture  •  Education  •  English and Creative Writing  •  Gender Equity  •  Outdoors  •  Summer Programs  •  Tech & STEM
A free summer program for young women and trans and nonbinary youth ages 14–19. The Institute offers hands-on workshops in artmaking, creative writing, computer programming, scientific exploration, and more. Participants also go on field trips and receive daily lunch, snacks, and a MetroCard.
Deadline: Priority deadline: March 15, 2025. Rolling deadline: May 15, 2025

More info at:

Website:
octaviaproject.org/join
 
Address: Pratt Institute, Brooklyn  
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2025-Family Youth Peer Services

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Free Family and Youth Peer Support

Provided by:
Christopher Rose Community Empowerment Campaign
Type:
Counseling  •  Food Assistance  •  Health Services  •  Legal Resources and Immigration  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24  •  Infants/Children  •  Teenagers  •  Young Adults
Keywords:
Mental Health  •  Substance Dependence
The Family Youth and Peer Support (FYPS) Program is a free resource for Brooklyn youth and families facing social, emotional, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Operated by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, FYPS offers peer-led support to youth ages 8–24 and their caregivers, with no insurance required. Services focus on empowerment, connection to care, and overcoming barriers. Youth involved with mental health services, ACS, housing or immigration systems, juvenile justice, DOE, or OPWDD may qualify. Those facing physical, economic, or social challenges are also encouraged to connect.

More info at:

Website:
crcec.org
 
Email: Fpa.advocate@crcec.org  
Phone: (347) 234-5491  
Address: 1404 Brooklyn Avenue and 772 Vermont Street  
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FREE SITE SAFETY TRAINING SST 10 HR & SST 40 HR A NEW YORK CITY REQUIREMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION FIELD ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS 18 years or older NYC resident w/NY State ID or proof of residency. Must have a laptop and/or desktop computer with working camera to attend the sessions. Must attend all days to complete the course CONSTRUCTION FIELD As of March 1st 2021, NYC Local Law 196 states all workers on major construction sites must be able to show proof they have satisfied their Site Safety Training requirement to be able to work Are you equipped to start work with the right qualifications ? If you are employed in the construction field or looking for entry level employment within the construction field, take advantage of this opportunity FREE OF CHARGE

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Free Site Safety Training – Get Certified for Construction Work

Provided by:
Workforce 1
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults  •  Jobseekers  •  Unemployed
Keywords:
Job Training
Prepare for a career in construction with free Site Safety Training (SST). NYC Local Law 196 requires all workers on major construction sites to complete SST training. This program offers both the 10-hour and 40-hour SST courses at no cost. Eligible participants must be 18 or older, NYC residents with proof of residency, and have access to a laptop or desktop with a working camera for virtual sessions. Attendance for all sessions is required to complete the course. Whether you're already in construction or seeking entry-level employment, this training provides you with the necessary qualifications to work safely and legally.

More info at:

Email: carlos.santiago@rws-nyc.com  
Phone: 718-960-7098  
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start your career as a restaurant cook first course nyc apprenticeship program first course nyc teaches you fundamental culinary skills and places you in a full-time, entry-level restaurant cook job. program features eight weeks of full-time culinary job training led by restaurant professionals (weekly MetroCard and $355 stipend provided, if eligible) Earn the NYC Food Protection Certificate Work-Earn-Learn: Continue paid, full-time training on-the-job in a respected NYC restaurant kitchen Continue as a full-time permanent employee in an entry-level restaurant cook position minimum requirements Willing and able to work full-time as a restaurant cook o  Aged 18 or older o  New York City resident o  Authorized to work in the United States o  Make no more than $50,000 annually Registered for Selective Service (if applicable) o Restaurants participating in this program may require apprentices to be vaccinated against COVID-19

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Launch Your Culinary Career with First Course NYC

Provided by:
NYC Food and Beverage Industry Partnership
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults  •  Jobseekers  •  Low income Individuals and Families  •  Unemployed
Keywords:
Job Training
First Course NYC trains aspiring restaurant cooks through an eight-week, full-time culinary program led by industry professionals, providing fundamental skills, a weekly MetroCard, and a $355 stipend (if eligible). Participants earn the NYC Food Protection Certificate and gain hands-on, paid training in a respected NYC restaurant kitchen, leading to full-time employment. Eligible applicants must be NYC residents, 18 or older, authorized to work in the U.S., earning no more than $50,000 annually, and willing to work full-time. Some restaurants may require COVID-19 vaccination. Interested? Attend an info session to learn more!

More info at:

Website:
nyc.gov/firstcourse
 
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Internationally trained nurse? Improve your English skills and become a licensed nurse in New York. The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) Preparation Course for English Language Learners is offered at no-cost for internationally trained nurses. This program can help you: improve your English language skills, learn about nursing in the US healthcare system, prepare for the NCLEX-RN exam to become re-licensed in NY State. Eligibility requirements: be an english language learner, have high-intermediate level of spoken english, have a nursing degree from a country other than the US, be a NYC resident and legally authorized to work in the US, submit nurse license verification application to CGFNS International and NYS Education Department, make no more than 40k annually if employed, have reliable internet and working computer to use during the training program, be vaccinated against covid 19 except for those with an approved reasonable accommodation

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Free NCLEX-RN Prep for Internationally Trained Nurses

Provided by:
CUNY,CUNY LaGuardia Community College,CUNY Lehman College
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults  •  Immigrants / Refugees / Asylum Seekers  •  Jobseekers  •  Low income Individuals and Families  •  Unemployed
Keywords:
Healthcare
Internationally trained nurses can improve their English skills and prepare for U.S. licensure through a no-cost NCLEX-RN Preparation Course for English Language Learners. This program supports nurses in strengthening their English, understanding the U.S. healthcare system, and preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam to become licensed in New York State. Eligibility: Open to NYC residents authorized to work in the U.S. with a nursing degree from outside the U.S., high-intermediate English proficiency, and an annual income of $40,000 or less if employed. Applicants must also have submitted a nurse license verification application, access to a computer and internet, and be COVID-19 vaccinated (unless exempt)

More info at:

Website:
nyc.gov/healthcaretraining
 
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2025-MTPSpring2025

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Mentor Training Program – Paid Opportunity

Provided by:
Pure Legacee
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Young Adults
Keywords:
Education  •  Mentoring
A 16-week paid training program for young women ages 14–24 to mentor girls in Brooklyn. Participants receive $2,000 while gaining trauma-informed coaching, life-skills training, community resources, and networking opportunities. The program provides mentorship experience and professional development in a supportive environment. Applications are now open, sessions start in March 2025.
Deadline: Applications are open. Sessions start in March 2025.

More info at:

Website:
www.purelegacee.org
 
Email: kaiia@purelegacee.org  
Phone: 516-382-9954  
Additional Link:
Sign Up
Address: 519 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn  
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2025-Green Teens FLyer (2)

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Green Teens • Farming Work Program for Youth

Provided by:
The Campaign Against Hunger
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24  •  High School Students  •  Teenagers
Keywords:
Farming  •  Job Training  •  Outdoors
Get paid while you learn with interactive professional development workshops, work under farming experts, learn about composting and innovative farming techniques, and advocate for food justice and food security in our community. Green Teen Workforce Program for 18-24 year olds Green Teen Internship for 14-18 year olds. Duration: 5 months. Start Date: March 10, 2025.
Deadline: February 28, 2025

More info at:

Website:
tcahfarms.org/green-teens
 
Email: hbrown@tcahnyc.org  
Phone: 718-773-3551 extension 116  
Additional Link:
Apply
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2025-Law Dept Youth Leadership Council 2025

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2025 Youth Leadership Council•NYC Law Department Family Court Division

Provided by:
NYC Law Department Family Court Division
Type:
Training and Education  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
High School Students
Keywords:
Afterschool Program  •  Civics and Citizenship
The NYC Law Department Family Court Division is calling all NYC high school students interested in: juvenile justice, family law, mental health, community outreach and engagement. Explore the work of the NYC Law Department Family Court Division. YLC members will learn about careers as: attorney, paralegal, victim advocate, resource specialist and more! This program starts on January 9, 2025, on Thursdays from 4-6PM at 350 Jay Street Brooklyn.

More info at:

Website:
nycservice.org/youth_opportunities
 
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2025-Supported Experimental Lab

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Winter Supported Experimental Filmmaking Lab - Free After School Filmmaking Program for NYC Teens

Provided by:
Reel Works
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
High School Students  •  Neurodivergent Individuals  •  Teenagers
Keywords:
Afterschool Program  •  Arts and Culture
The Reel Works Winter Supported Lab is a FREE weeklong filmmaking intensive that provides community, support, and resources for neurodivergent NYC students as they explore storytelling through filmmaking. Eligibility: Neurodivergent, Ages 15-21. Workshop Dates & Location: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, February 18 - 21, 2025, 12:00-4:00 PM at 540 President Street Suite 2F, Brooklyn.
Deadline: January 26, 2025, 11:59 PM

More info at:

Website:
Apply at bit.ly/4gMattD
 
Email: mariam@reelworks.com  
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