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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development

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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development

@MassLWD

Official account of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development and Secretary Lauren Jones. Connecting jobseekers with opportunities.

Boston, Massachusetts

Joined March 2011

Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 25
Every family deserves support when they need it. LGBTQIA+ families can access the same Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits as all Massachusetts families, including up to 12 weeks of paid leave to bond with a new child. 👉 Learn more: mass.gov/DFML/LGBTQIA
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 22
Preliminary estimates show the unemployment rate fell in May to its lowest level in nine months, while the Labor Force Participation Rate for workers aged 25-54 has increased by 9.1% over the year. ⬇️ Takeaways from the monthly jobs & employment report.
Massachusetts’ Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.5%
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 18
From expanding registered #apprenticeshipMA and promoting skills-based hiring, to strengthening workforce training and career resources, Massachusetts is meeting the moment by building a workforce system that supports workers and employers, and creates pathways to opportunity.
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 18
Click the link below to learn more about the workforce development initiatives, investments, and outcomes driving Massachusetts forward.
Massachusetts Workforce Agenda
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 17
June is National Safety Month, and we're reminding employers that workplace safety is one of the most important ways to retain your workforce. 🧵 Explore free training, consultations, and workplace safety resources through SafetyWorks.
SafetyWorks
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 17
SafetyWorks Consultation is a free and confidential service that helps Massachusetts employers identify workplace hazards, improve safety programs, and comply with OSHA standards. 👉 Learn how to request a free consultation visit.
SafetyWorks Consultation
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 17
SafetyWorks Training Grants help employers reduce the risk of injury and illness to workers and promote safe and healthy conditions in the workplace through training, education, and other preventative measures. 👉 Apply for a SafetyWorks Training Grant.
mass.gov
SafetyWorks Training Grant
SafetyWorks Training Grants help employers reduce the risk of injury and illness to workers and promote safe and healthy conditions in the workplace through training, education, and other preventat...
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 15
Two years into the State Workforce Agenda, @MassGovernor and @MassLtGov are expanding registered #apprenticeshipMA, expanding access to workplace ESOL training, and modernizing workforce systems across Massachusetts. 👉 Learn more
Massachusetts Workforce Agenda
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 12
Your resume is often your first impression with an employer. Join this free virtual workshop to learn how to create a professional resume that showcases your education, skills, and experiences to potential employers. 📅 June 17 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Career resources for college graduates and entry-level jobseekers
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 11
We have awarded nearly $18 million in Workforce Training Fund Program grants to support over 1,200 businesses.
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Nearly $18 Million to Help Businesses Train Workers and...
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 10
Whether you're early in your career or navigating a career change, Massachusetts offers resources, connections, and support to help you explore careers in Massachusetts. 👉 Take the next step at mass.gov/StartYourCareer
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 4
Heat can be more than uncomfortable—it can be dangerous. Join the Department of Labor Standards for a free webinar on preventing heat stress in public sector workplaces. 🗓️ Tuesday, June 9 🕙 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 🔗 mass.gov/DLS/HeatStress
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
Jun 2
The MassSkills Coalition just released a new Skills-First Hiring Toolkit to help employers expand talent pipelines, improve retention, and focus more on skills than degrees. Access the toolkit: mass.gov/MassSkills
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
May 29
Massachusetts has been awarded a $200,000 grant and selected for the Apprenticeships for America cohort through the Future Ready Apprenticeship Center. This investment will help expand registered #apprenticeshipMA opportunities for youth ages 16–24.
Massachusetts Selected for National Apprenticeship Initiative to Expand Workforce Opportunities for...
From mass.gov
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
May 28
MassHire @nswib and @LynnCityHall are bringing local employers together to invest in the next generation through youth jobs. By saying YES, employers are helping young adults gain hands-on experience and prepare for future success. 👉 Learn more at mass.gov/YES
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Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development
@MassLWD
May 27
Today, @MassLWD Secretary Jones joined @QuincyCollege in celebrating the Class of 2026! 🎓 To this year’s graduates: wherever your path leads next, know this — your work matters, your story matters, and your success in Massachusetts matters.
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