Mission: JVS empowers individuals from diverse communities to find employment and build careers, and partners with employers to hire, develop, and retain productive workforces. Founded in 1938, JVS is among the oldest and largest providers of adult education and workforce development services in Greater Boston, serving a diverse clientele from over 100 nations. We offer over 35 programs to help individuals remove barriers to financial independence by providing them with the skills needed to secure a quality job with a family-sustaining wage.
Strengthening Job Skills: We create training programs based on the skills employers need, currently targeting jobs in 8 sectors.
Accessing Good Jobs: We develop and match local talent with great employers, and provide onsite training and coaching for workers to upskill them for next-level positions.
Building Career Pathways: We map career pathways with employers, then address educational and skills gaps through a progression of services.

Jewish Vocational Service of Boston is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1960, and donations are tax-deductible.