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Job training, placement, and career support programs.

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    Adult Career and Continuing Education Services–Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)Provided by New York State Education Department

    Disability-related employment support can include transportation needed to participate in vocational rehabilitation.

    Source: New York State Education Department · Checked October 21, 2026

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    Getting to required activities — Human Resources Administration (HRA) transport supportProvided by New York City Human Resources Administration / New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

    Transportation support tied to approved Cash Assistance work activities and employment-and-training requirements.

    Source: New York City Human Resources Administration / New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance · Checked October 21, 2026

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    Job assistance for public housing residentsProvided by NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA)

    Jobs Plus is an employment program that helps NYCHA residents find employment and increase their earnings.

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    College and job prep for juniors and seniors in high schoolProvided by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)

    Year-round program with college and job prep for high schoolers at risk of dropping out.

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    Internships for high school and college studentsProvided by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)

    High school and college students can participate in paid summer internships at top New York City companies, non-profits, and government agencies.

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    Jobs, training, and financial support for NYCHA residentsProvided by NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA)

    Job, finance, and business training programs for public housing residents.

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    Paid time off for pregnancy-related health care appointments

    By law in New York State, you are entitled to 20 hours of prenatal leave every year.

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    Job training and placement for older adultsProvided by NYC Department of the Aging

    Free program offering training and job placement help for older adults 55 and older.

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    Volunteering and skill-building for older adultsProvided by NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging)

    Volunteering for at least 15 hours a week in a nonprofit orgovernment agency.

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    Paid summer work experiences for ages 1424Provided by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)

    Up to six weeks of paid work experience for ages 14-24.

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    Get job alerts via textProvided by NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)

    Free job alerts in retail, construction, food service, and other industries

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    Job training and employment for low-income youth ages 16-24Provided by NYC Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD)

    Job training, employment services, and prep to help you pass your High School Equivalency (HSE) tests. Available for youth who are not working nor in school.

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    Free job prep serviceProvided by NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS)

    Service that connects and helps you prepare you for jobs in NYC.

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