The city of Boston is stepping up its game to support job seekers and bolster the workforce by hosting its 3rd Annual Apprenticeship Fair this week. The event, scheduled for today from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library, is a pivotal part of the wider 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week celebrations. Organized by Boston’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD), the fair will showcase programs designed to provide valuable skills and create equitable opportunities for community members, particularly those from historically marginalized groups.
In a concerted effort to properly address and to alleviate unemployment, the OWD utilized a $3M Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to kickstart the Greater Boston Equitable Apprenticeship Pathways (GBEAP) program. According to theCity of Bostonannouncement, this initiative is focused on increasing access to Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) for populations including “BIPOC residents, women, disabled individuals, returning citizens, court-involved residents, veterans, unemployed and underemployed individuals, and those with limited education or career skills.”
The OWD has not walked this journey alone; they’ve gathered key Equity Partners like BEST Hospitality, Boston Emergency Medical Services, YouthBuild Boston, and MassBioEd to embody values such as equity and quality in the apprenticeship programs. These partnerships aim to fortify career paths in promising fields like hospitality, health care, construction, and life sciences. The targeted occupations in these areas offer starting wages between $18 and $27 an hour, creating a tangible ladder for career and salary progression.
Individuals interested in attending the fair will have the opportunity to engage with an array of organizations. Indeed, eighteen entities will be represented, ranging from local unions like Plumbers and Gasfitters UA Local 12 to educational institutions like Bunker Hill Community College. For those wanting to scout out the various pathways and organizations before the event, more information can be found on the city’s commitment to apprenticeships atCity of Bostonwebsite.
In harmony with its mission, the OWD, part of the Worker Empowerment Cabinet, continues to drive toward inclusive economic growth. By funding and managing a multitude of programs, they not only foster workforce development through apprenticeships but also through critical means such as education, job training, financial coaching, career pathways, and literacy initiatives. This apprenticeship fair stands as a testament to the city of Boston s unflagging commitment to workforce development and supporting its residents to meaningfully participate in the fabric of the city’s economic life.
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