Massachusetts Labor & Workforce Development

This data is publicly available online (mass.gov/EconomicResear…) and the May unemployment and job estimates are scheduled to be released on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Retirement continues to be a primary driver for the decline in the Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) which decreased slightly to 65.6%, while the LFPR for workers 25-54 is 86.7%, its highest level in 10 years.

Massachusetts’ Strong Job Growth Continues as State Gains 8,500 Jobs in April; Unemployment Rate Remains at 4.7%. Here's what you need to know from April jobs and employment report. 👇 mass.gov/news/massachus…

There are dozens of hiring events scheduled over the next month. 👉 Find one happening near you. mass.gov/hiring-events-…

Employers like @AccuRounds are leveraging registered apprenticeship to strengthen their talent pipeline while helping employees gain new skills and advance their careers. By registering their apprenticeship program with us, they can also take advantage of tax credit savings.

👉 Employers interested in supporting youth employment initiatives can learn more clicking the link below. mass.gov/YES

Last year, we launched a pilot program in which #MassHire regional Workforce Boards in Gateway Cities, like @MasshireNCWB, partnered with employers committed to hiring youth and young adults. Watch and hear from local employers about the value of hiring youth. ⬇️

Here’s your @MassLWD at Work recap for April 👇

Say YES to youth jobs! Your business can make a real impact by helping young people and young adults gain meaningful work experience—while strengthening your own talent pipeline. mass.gov/YES

Lindsey's journey through registered #apprenticeshipMA into childhood education reflects what is possible when talent meets opportunity. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎🏫

It’s Teacher Appreciation Day, and here at @MassLWD we’re especially recognizing early childhood educators—many of whom began their careers through registered #apprenticeshipMA programs. Thank you for all that you do! 🍎🍏

Registered #apprenticeshipMA helps employers hire and train employees through structured, on-the-job learning—a proven way to build, retain, and grow a strong workforce.

Last week during #ApprenticeshipMA Week, we had the chance to meet Nicole and surprise her with her apprenticeship completion certificate! Now she’s a certified quality assurance technician and building her career at @AccuRounds. 🏭

More employers across Massachusetts are leveraging the Registered #ApprenticeshipMA Tax Credit to build stronger teams through hiring, training, and upskilling. May the work(force) be with you! Explore how to start an apprenticeship at mass.gov/Apprenticeships

For more labor market information, please visit the Department of Economic Research website. mass.gov/orgs/departmen…

The state’s labor force participation rate edged down slightly to 65.8%. Retirements have been the primary driver of the decline in labor force participation, while the rate for prime-age workers (ages 25–54) rose to 86.5%, its highest level in 10 years.

Preliminary @BLS_gov data indicate Massachusetts added 6,800 payroll jobs in March. Over the past six months, the state has added 12,700 jobs and has experienced more broad-based job growth than most other states during that time. mass.gov/news/massachus…