Economic Development

National Grid

National Grid is a leading energy provider in the United States, serving over 20 million people across Massachusetts and New York. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and equity, the company is helping to shape a clean energy future.
Through initiatives like the Energy Infrastructure Academy, National Grid partners with community organizations like us to build a diverse, skilled workforce ready to meet the evolving demands of the energy industry. This collaboration creates meaningful career pathways, supports local economic development, and helps employers access a pool of job-ready talent.

National Grid Workforce Development

Trained to Work, 
Ready to Hire

Graduates of the Energy Infrastructure Academy (EIA) at National Grid complete over 200 hours of hands-on training focused on the needs of today’s energy industry. With real-world experience, OSHA certification, and strong technical and professional skills, they’re prepared to contribute immediately in roles like Meter Service Representative, Pipe Handler, and Utility Helper. EIA graduates offer practical knowledge, dependability, and long-term potential—making them strong candidates for energy and infrastructure-focused roles.

Success Stories

Lives Changed Through CWS

June 26, 2025
Russell Smith

Russell is currently focused on obtaining permanent housing and exploring additional training opportunities.

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April 14, 2025
Kevin Fowler

Kevin is working hard to rebuild his life after incarceration by taking various training classes and courses.

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February 19, 2025
Heather Henderson

Heather secured a position with At Your Service Staffing, where she now applies her certification and training across a range of hospitality roles.

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December 30, 2024
Deline Leandre

Deline enrolled in the At Your Service - Hotel & Hospitality Training Program and earned a prestigious American Hotel & Hospitality Training Program.

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October 29, 2024
Hector

Hector is a recent graduate of our Apex Clean Energy Institute (ACEI) Training Program.

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August 2, 2024
Ross

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April 8, 2024
Roberto

Roberto is a recent graduate of the National Grid Energy Infrastructure Academy.

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February 21, 2024
Bony

After successfully completing JRT, Bony continues to serve as a participant worker providing translation assistance to our migrant participants.

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Lyanet Vasquez

“Being homeless is just not an excuse.”

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Danielle McInnis

“I felt like I needed more. I needed a push. I needed to build my career more. So, I decided to start something new. And CWS helped make it happen!”

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Donald Haynesworth

“I have a whole new life, a whole new energy. It’s a great feeling. CWS is allowing me to be the man I want to be, for me and for my child.”

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In the Media

Stay up to date on our work as we strive to empower individuals of all abilities to reach their full potential.

August 20, 2025
CWS selected by Meet Boston
June 26, 2025
CWS June 2025 Newsletter
April 14, 2025
CWS Spring Newsletter
March 14, 2025
Massachusetts-based company launches program to fund community solar projects