It also has a training program for Welfare to Work for people coming off welfare whose first language is not English and who have not graduated from high school, but would like to learn skills to obtain office positions. Microenterprise helps refugees and others start their own small businesses. The Skills division teaches computer, accounting, and medical office skills to low-income individuals and those coming off welfare. Career Moves helps professionals in their job searches. JVS has volunteer opportunities in all of our divisions.
Unpaid internships are also available.
Jewish Vocational Service is a nonprofit, nonsectarian multi-service organization which has been in existence for over 60 years. In 1938, the founders of Jewish Vocational Service of Greater Boston gave shape and substance to the Judaic teachings regarding charity. These teachings exhort Jews to empower people in hardship to help themselves. Our mission is to help people from all walks of life overcome obstacles to successful employment and achieve their economic potential. Over the years, the agency has developed a wide range of programs to fulfill this mission.