# Employment and training initiatives in Minas Gerais > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/employment-and-training-initiatives-in-minas-gerais > Updated: 2026-10-20T23:36:35.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 6. In Minas Gerais, Brazil, recent developments have focused on professional development and employment opportunities. Through the National Program for Access to Technical Education and Employment (Pronatec), the Ministry of Education is offering 299 free ‘green jobs’ courses in fields such as biofuel production and electric vehicle maintenance. Additionally, a partnership between DME and SENAI has opened registration for an apprenticeship program for administrative roles, with hiring anticipated for early 2027. Furthering local employment, the Consórcio Intermunicipal Multifinalitário do Médio Espinhaço (CIMME MG) announced a selection process for 11 vacancies, including administrative assistants and heavy machinery operators, with applications scheduled for October 12 to October 19, 2026. Expanding technical training, the 7th edition of the ‘Trilhas de Futuro’ program has opened registration for approximately 50,000 free spots across 130 technical courses in 181 municipalities, providing a daily allowance of R$ 20 for food and transportation. To support social development, the State Secretariat of Social Development (Sedese) has expanded the ‘Trajeto Moda’ professional qualification program to Poços de Caldas, Chapada Gaúcha, and Montes Claros. This initiative provides training in sewing techniques and socio-emotional development for 45 women in vulnerable situations to foster financial autonomy. Other regional initiatives include the formation of a Technical Chamber for the Central Mineira region to boost agribusiness and an agreement to establish a University Hospital in Viçosa. Regarding fiscal matters, the State Secretariat of Finance (SEF-MG) has implemented new regulations restricting IPVA and licensing fee refunds to cases of duplicate or excess payments. Recent institutional announcements have expanded the job market, notably through Minas Gerais Administração e Serviços S. A (MGS), which has opened applications for over 600 vacancies across fundamental, medium, and technical levels, with applications open until November 9, 2026. ## Claims - The Minas Gerais government expanded the Trajeto Moda program to three municipalities. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The program targets women in situations of social vulnerability. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The expansion includes Poços de Caldas, Chapada Gaúcha, and Montes Claros. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The program includes 45 total participants, with 15 in each municipality. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Municipalities received sewing machines and materials for the program. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Classes in Poços de Caldas began in October. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Minas Gerais expands Trajeto Moda program for women Minas Gerais has expanded its Trajeto Moda program to Poços de Caldas, Chapada Gaúcha, and Montes Claros to provide sewing training and financial autonomy for vulnerable women. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minas-gerais-expands-trajeto-moda-program-for-women ### 2026-10-19: Brazil educational and employment opportunities announced Brazil announces various educational and job openings, including technical courses at IFRO and IFAM, Fies student financing, and over 600 vacancies through MGS in Minas Gerais and Brasília. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ifmg-opens-teaching-selection-processes-for-sabar-campus ### 2026-10-17: Minas Gerais implements new education, social, and regional development initiatives Minas Gerais is advancing multiple state initiatives, including 50,000 technical course vacancies, new social care planning, agribusiness development in Central Mineira, and educational assessments. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minas-gerais-opens-50000-technical-course-vacancies ### 2026-10-13: Minas Gerais opens 50,000 free technical course spots via Trilhas de Futuro Minas Gerais has launched the 7th 'Trilhas de Futuro' program, offering 50,000 free technical course spots to boost regional employment and professional training. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minas-gerais-opens-50000-free-technical-course-spots-via-trilhas-de-futuro ### 2026-10-01: CIMME MG announces 11 job openings in Minas Gerais CIMME MG has announced 11 job openings in Minas Gerais with salaries up to R$ 3,749. Applications are open from October 12 to 19, 2026, via curricular evaluation. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cimme-mg-announces-11-job-openings-in-minas-gerais ### 2026-09-28: Minas Gerais announces professional training and apprenticeship opportunities Minas Gerais is offering 299 free environmental qualification courses via Pronatec and an apprenticeship program through DME and SENAI for administrative roles. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minas-gerais-announces-professional-training-and-apprenticeship-opportunities --- Cite as: Employment and training initiatives in Minas Gerais. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/employment-and-training-initiatives-in-minas-gerais