Workforce Development - Government of Bermuda

Department

Under the Ministry of Economy and Labour

What do they do?

The Department of Workforce Development provides development of a resilient workforce, to provide a sustainable and stable community for Bermudians.

Continue to implement the Youth Employment Strategy focusing on increasing educational and vocational training opportunities tailored to high demand industries and supporting youth in their transition from education to employment.
Expand apprenticeship and internship placements available to Bermudians; with a focus on engaging young people in skill-building experiences.
Strengthen employer partnerships for youth and apprenticeship placement.
Increase engagement and communication with Bermuda's Young People

The department also provides support to businesses in Bermuda looking for new employees, including:

Career counselling
Job searches
Resume writing and interviewing preparation
Job readiness programmes
Professional development assistance
Summer employment programmes for college students
Employee referrals
Processing job vacancies
Running the Bermuda Job Board

Online services

Workforce Development

Search the Bermuda Job Board

The Bermuda Job Board has a multitude of programs and services to assist in your educational, training and vocational plans. You will find job opportunities in Bermuda as well as many resources, such as help with resume writing and interview tips. How to apply for a job on the Bermuda Job Board 1. Register – Once you have registered, you will receive an email that will remind you of your credentials, confirm your registration, and prompt you to log-in. Employers have the ability to search...

Workforce Development

Workforce Development Online Services

Welcome to the Department of Workforce Development’s Online Services page. Here, you’ll find a collection of essential forms and applications designed to assist you with your career and professional development needs. Whether you’re seeking training opportunities, applying for financial assistance, or updating your job seeker profile, our convenient digital forms make it easy to access services anytime, anywhere.

PATI statements

Workforce Development

Resources

DWD Training Calendar April 2024PDF · 208.33 KBDownload
National Training Board Annual Report 2019 – 2023PDF · 9.63 MBDownload
Bermuda’s Youth Employment StrategyPDF · 7.63 MBDownload
DWD Training Calendar November 2023PDF · 222.18 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar September 2023PDF · 222.88 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar August 2023PDF · 591.06 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar July 2023PDF · 223.43 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar May 2023PDF · 208.54 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar April 2023PDF · 221.59 KBDownload
DWD Training Calendar January - March 2023PDF · 280.64 KBDownload

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Community Education

As of August 31, Community Education Development Programme (CEDP) will transition to the Department of Workforce Development. This reorganization is being done to better serve the needs of Bermudians. The transition of the CEDP staff aligns with the Government’s long-term objective of establishing a One Stop Career Centre within the Department of Workforce Development. The CEDP staff, inclusive of the Summer Internship Programme, will transition to the Career Development and Training Sections...

30 March 2016 Workforce Development 2 min read

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Work Skills Development Programme participants complete 5 modules and receive stipend

Stipends awarded as Work Skills Development Programme students complete first five modules. Representatives from Workforce Development joined Ministry of the Environment representatives to present cheques to participants who have reached the half way mark in the Work Skills Development training programme. The nine young men and one young woman—all volunteers—have all passed the first five modules of the programme, which include training in propagation, pruning and handling small equipment. Mr...

11 October 2016 Workforce Development 2 min read

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Profile on Success

The Department of Workforce Development Training section Our Training section is responsible for all internal and external training for employees and clients, respectively, in collaboration with industry partners and educational institutions. Such training includes internship programmes for new graduates, as well as apprenticeship and certification programmes for workers over a wide spectrum of occupations and professions. www.dwd.bm Where do you work and what do you do? In the Registrar of...

01 March 2019 Workforce Development 1 min read

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Profile on Success - Lavita Williams

Our Career Development section is responsible for the accurate assessment of individuals for employment and career development, as well as working with employers on the placement of prepared individuals in available and suitable posts. We assist individuals throughout the job search process from intake to job readiness to referrals to potential employers. We are also responsible for the online Bermuda Job Board listings of available positions in the workforce, and we are involved in the...

03 April 2019 Workforce Development 2 min read

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Department of Workforce Development 2023 Scholarship Recipients

"It was most gratifying to meet and congratulate the scholarship award recipients receiving $350,000 in funding for overseas tertiary education in high-demand occupations needed in the local workforce,” said the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, at a brief ceremony held to recognise the Department of Workforce Development 2023 scholarship recipients. "In alignment with several of the Government's investment initiatives working in tandem with the National...

18 July 2023 Workforce Development 3 min read

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Profile on Success - David-Vernon Bean

18 February 2020 Workforce Development 2 min read

Latest news

Press Release Nov 2, 2026

DWD Launches 2026 Graduate Traineeship Programme

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) invites applications for the 2026 Graduate Traineeship Programme, which provides recent Bermudian graduates with 12 months of paid, structured workplace experience.

Press Release Nov 2, 2026

DWD and Bermuda Connection Partner to Launch Hospitality Immersion Programme

The Department of Workforce Development (DWD), in collaboration with Bermuda Connection, is launching the Hospitality Immersion Programme, an 11-week training initiative designed to introduce individuals aged 18 to 30 to career opportunities across Bermuda’s hotel industry.

Press Release Oct 8, 2026

Career Launch Bermuda Connects Attendees with Government-Sponsored Training and Apprenticeship Opportunities

More than 40 people attended Career Launch Bermuda: Upskill Drive on Wednesday, 30 September, at Bermuda College, where they connected with employers, explored apprenticeship opportunities and registered for selected Bermuda College courses sponsored by the Department of Workforce Development.