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How can I work for the City of Boston?

You can work for the City of Boston! The City is always looking for new people to join their team. You can find job openings and apply online through the Career Center.

Here's how you can work for the City of Boston:

  • Search for Jobs: Visit the Career Center to find available positions.
  • Apply Online: You can apply for jobs online through the Career Center. You will need to create an account if you are a new applicant.
  • Residency Requirement: Anyone can apply to work for the City, but you must live in Boston by your first day of work. This is called a residency requirement. You will need to show proof that you live in Boston every year.
  • How to Apply:
    • Find a job you want in the Career Center and click "Apply for this position".
    • Fill out your contact information and add your work experience. You can upload a resume, link to your LinkedIn profile, or type in your experience.
    • Answer questions about yourself and your experience.
    • Click "Submit" to send your application. You will get an email about your application.
  • Contact Human Resources: If you have more questions, you can contact Human Resources.
    • Phone: 617-635-3370
    • Email: OHR@boston.gov
    • Address: 1 City Hall Square, Room 612, Boston, MA 02201-2017 United States

The City's Career Center also has links to jobs with related agencies like the Boston Housing Authority, Boston Public Health Commission, Boston Public Schools, and the Water and Sewer Commission.

You can find links to relevant pages and more information through the search results below.

SEARCH RESULTS

Career Center

https://www.boston.gov/career-center

Apply for a Job Through the Career Center

https://www.boston.gov/departments/human-resources/apply-job-through-career-center
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AI Search Pilot

https://www.boston.gov/departments/boston-digital-service/ai-search?q=How can I work for the City of Boston?
SEARCH RESULTS Apply for a Job Through the Career Center https://www.boston.gov/departments/human-resources/apply-job-through-career-center Apply for a Job Through the Career Center | Boston.gov Skip to Main Content Boston.gov An official website of the City of Boston.

Residency Requirements for City Workers

https://www.boston.gov/departments/human-resources/residency-requirements-city-workers
Contact: Human Resources 617-635-3370 send an email 1 City Hall Square Room 612 Boston, MA 02201-2017 United States Map of Boston Anyone can apply to work for the City, but you must be a resident by your first day of work.

futureBOS: Find Youth Jobs in Boston

https://www.boston.gov/departments/youth-employment-and-opportunity/youth-jobs
Have questions? Please reach out to the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity: 617-635-4202 futurebos@boston.gov 1483 TREMONT STREET BOSTON, MA 02120 Work Opportunities School year 2025 - 2026 youth job applications are now live!
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