Brazil rolls out more than 3,000 free vocational training spots

SENAC Pernambuco is accepting applications until 7 July for 709 free professional‑course places in seven municipalities, targeting low‑income residents and offering training in areas such as gastronomy, health, tourism, fashion, IT and management.

SENAI Pernambuco likewise opened registration for over 700 free technical courses, both onsite and distance‑learning, though details of the programmes were not provided.

Petrobras, in partnership with Firjan SESI/SENAI and the Federal Institute of Paraná, announced 570 tuition‑free courses with monthly stipends of up to R$ 858 and food aid. The programmes are available in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Paraná and Rio Grande do Sul, and eligibility is limited to residents near Petrobras refinery areas with household income up to half a minimum wage.

Energisa in Porto Velho launched a Jovem Aprendiz apprenticeship for residents aged 18‑23, including positions reserved for people with disabilities. Applications close on 8 July and the programme aims to provide first‑job experience and professional development.

The Casa da Mulher de Santos opened 600 free courses exclusively for women residents, covering entrepreneurship, finance, marketing and gastronomy. The courses begin in July and seek to boost women’s employability and financial independence in the city.