Brooklyn Workforce Innovations

Brooklyn Workforce Innovations Brooklyn Workforce Innovations helps jobless and working poor New Yorkers establish careers.

Brooklyn Workforce Innovations (BWI) offers free skills training and job placement programs that help New Yorkers from all five boroughs launch stable, upwardly-mobile careers. Our programs include:

Brooklyn Networks (http://bwiny.org/brooklyn-networks/overview/) for careers in voice and data telecommunications cable installation

Brooklyn Woods (http://bwiny.org/brooklyn-woods/overview/) for ca

reers in skilled woodworking and green cabinetmaking

The “Made in NY” PA Training Program (http://bwiny.org/made-in-ny-pa-training-program/overview/) for careers in TV and film production

New York Drives (http://www.bwiny.org/pages/newyorkdrives.html) for entry on a career path while earning a NYS driver’s license

Red Hook on the Road (http://bwiny.org/red-hook-on-the-road/overview/) for careers in commercial driving

New York Drives (http://bwiny.org/new-york-drives/overview/) for access to a driver's license followed by advanced sector-focused training. Brooklyn Workforce Collaboration (http://bwiny.org/brooklyn-workforce-collaboration/overview/) for careers with employer partners along Brooklyn's working waterfront. The NYCHA Resident Training Academy (http://bwiny.org/nycha-resident-training-academy/overview/), which offers residents of public housing a path to well-paying, upwardly-mobile jobs with NYCHA.

Don't miss your chance to join the next Brooklyn Networks training cycle!If you're interested in a career in low-voltage...
08/28/2026

Don't miss your chance to join the next Brooklyn Networks training cycle!

If you're interested in a career in low-voltage cabling, join our final information session coming up this Tuesday, September 1st at 11:00am.

Check this link to sign up and take the first steps toward your new career. ⚡ https://bwiny.org/brooklyn-networks/overview/

Our KindWork program's summer cohort graduated yesterday!🎓Over the past 4 weeks, they gained experience with CX tools, s...
08/27/2026

Our KindWork program's summer cohort graduated yesterday!🎓

Over the past 4 weeks, they gained experience with CX tools, sharpened their communication skills, and were provided with 1-on-1 support to launch their new careers. Congrats to these grads who are off to work soon!

*KindWork is recruiting for its next cohort!* If you're looking to launch a career in tech, check out this link to sign up for an Info Session: https://bwiny.org/kindwork-customer-experience-fellowship/apply/

Are you looking for a new career in the low-voltage cabling industry? ⚙️🔌Our Brooklyn Networks program is kicking off th...
08/17/2026

Are you looking for a new career in the low-voltage cabling industry? ⚙️🔌

Our Brooklyn Networks program is kicking off their next training cycle in September!

Learn more at a virtual Information Session:
Tuesday 8/18 @ 11am
Tuesday 8/25 @ 11am
Thursday 8/27 @ 1pm

1. Check out this link - https://bwiny.org/calendar/

2. Select “Brooklyn Networks Information Session"

2. Fill in the Interest Form and select the info session at the bottom of the form.

Email [email protected] for any questions! ⚡

Last week, our Brooklyn Woods program hosted a mixer for local housing developers to check out our cabinet-making social...
08/04/2026

Last week, our Brooklyn Woods program hosted a mixer for local housing developers to check out our cabinet-making social enterprise.

We connected with industry experts from Urban Architectural Initiatives, The Doe Fund, Fifth Avenue Committee, JV Construction and Consulting, LLC, Fish Plate Development, Shakespeare Gordon Studio and more.

Thanks to everyone who attended and supported this event, and particularly to Heather Gershen of CSD Housing for co-hosting! If you're looking for bespoke woodworking projects, please connect with our Brooklyn Woods team ([email protected]) to explore possibilities.

We're launching another cycle of our Production Accounting Training Program! 🎞️💻📊This fall, join this 3-week training to...
07/29/2026

We're launching another cycle of our Production Accounting Training Program! 🎞️💻📊

This fall, join this 3-week training to learn how to work with producers to create budgets, track expenses, and make sure everyone on set gets paid. No CPA or finance experience required!

Training starts October 19th. 📥Upcoming Info Sessions:
8/4 @ 4pm
8/11 @ 4pm
8/18 @ 4pm
8/25 @ 4pm

🎬 Sign up here: https://bwiny.org/production-accounting/accounting/

We are now offering our Financial Literacy Workshop Series virtually! Join us Mondays on Zoom from 12pm - 1pm.Register h...
07/22/2026

We are now offering our Financial Literacy Workshop Series virtually! Join us Mondays on Zoom from 12pm - 1pm.

Register here: https://forms.gle/m8Jxu7KNqtdqetuM9

⭐Calling all BWI alumni!⭐

Our 6-week Financial Literacy Workshop Series kicks off this Monday, July 13th!

If you're navigating a job search, mapping out your budget, or working toward goals related to credit and savings, this free course is for you. Join us at the Brooklyn Navy Yard on Mondays at 11am.

3 ways to sign up:
- Use this link: https://forms.gle/NrtbuYwvYpVea2az7
- Email [email protected] 📩
- Call 718-237-2017 ext. 149 📞

⭐Calling all BWI alumni!⭐Our 6-week Financial Literacy Workshop Series kicks off this Monday, July 13th!If you're naviga...
07/10/2026

⭐Calling all BWI alumni!⭐

Our 6-week Financial Literacy Workshop Series kicks off this Monday, July 13th!

If you're navigating a job search, mapping out your budget, or working toward goals related to credit and savings, this free course is for you. Join us at the Brooklyn Navy Yard on Mondays at 11am.

3 ways to sign up:
- Use this link: https://forms.gle/NrtbuYwvYpVea2az7
- Email [email protected] 📩
- Call 718-237-2017 ext. 149 📞

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience in the nonprofit industry?BWI is searching for an NYC...
07/01/2026

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience in the nonprofit industry?

BWI is searching for an NYC Civic Corps member! For a 10-month service term, you'll support our Red Hook on the Road team with community outreach to connect with individuals interested in commercial driving career training.

NYC Civic Corps members receive a $24K living stipend, the $5,176 Segal Education Award toward student loans or future tuition, and dedicated professional development alongside other service members.

Apply today at the link below! Applications close 7/26.

Whether you’re a recent grad or a career switcher, this is the perfect program to channel your passions, build professional networks, and hone skills in community outreach, volunteer management, and program development.

06/30/2026
We’ve still got a smile since we last saw you at BWI’s Spring Celebration! It was a joyful reminder of what’s possible w...
06/11/2026

We’ve still got a smile since we last saw you at BWI’s Spring Celebration! It was a joyful reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together with generosity and purpose. We were especially proud to recognize our honorees: Jasmińe Blackmon (alum), NBCUniversal, SMJ Development, Mark Jupiter, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Their partnership, leadership and commitment have helped expand pathways to workforce success.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this celebration so meaningful. Our Inspirational Graduate Honoree Jasmińe Blackmon said, “What I learned through 'Made in NY' and BWI was that talent isn't always enough. Sometimes you need the right tools, the right support, and people willing to see your potential before the rest of the world does.” From all of us at BWI, thank you for building the future together!

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621 Degraw Street
New York, NY
11217

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17182372017

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