Program Associate Jobs in Massachusetts
Program associate jobs in Massachusetts concentrate in nonprofit program management, public health, higher education, and policy research, with Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchoring the largest share of openings. Employers such as Partners in Health, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Harvard University maintain lasting program associate pipelines across research coordination, grants administration, and community outreach. Demand runs from entry-level coordinator roles to mid-career program managers, making Massachusetts one of the more active markets for this title in the northeast. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA.
In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework, AFI 63-101/20-101, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force.
- Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition, sustainment, or modification programs.
- Knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and the pursuit of alternative courses of action.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.).
- Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, deployment and sustainment of weapons systems and associated equipment as well as formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
- Support and develop acquisition and sustainment reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e. Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Monthly Activity Report (MAR), etc.).
- Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews.
- Support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management.
- Understand the different funding types, budgets and the Central Asset Management (CAM) process
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Job Requirements
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Education: BA/BS Degree
Years of Experience: 7+ Years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Clearance/Access: ICD 704 Eligible
Years of experience: 7+ years in DoD/DoW environment, primarily supporting Air Force acquisitions programs
Additional Information
Location: Hanscom AFB, MA
Remote, On-site, or Hybrid: On-site
This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA.
In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Comprehensive knowledge of principles, policies, and practices of systems acquisition and program management, as defined in DoDI 5000.02 Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework, AFI 63-101/20-101, as well as knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force.
- Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for gathering, analyzing, and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of acquisition, sustainment, or modification programs.
- Knowledge of support activities that assist the program manager in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines, be able to recommend viable solutions to problems, and the pursuit of alternative courses of action.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing, providing quality acquisition and program documentation (briefings, documents, plans, etc.).
- Plan, research, analyze, and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production, deployment and sustainment of weapons systems and associated equipment as well as formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
- Support and develop acquisition and sustainment reports, including statutory and regulatory reports (i.e. Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES), Monthly Activity Report (MAR), etc.).
- Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews, and IMP/IMS reviews.
- Support and develop various briefings/schedules of program status and acquisition tasks to senior management.
- Understand the different funding types, budgets and the Central Asset Management (CAM) process
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Job Requirements
Minimum Required Qualifications
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Education: BA/BS Degree
Years of Experience: 7+ Years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Clearance/Access: ICD 704 Eligible
Years of experience: 7+ years in DoD/DoW environment, primarily supporting Air Force acquisitions programs
Additional Information
Location: Hanscom AFB, MA
Remote, On-site, or Hybrid: On-site
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The qualifications that appear most often in program associate jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in public health, social sciences, public policy, or a related field
- Experience coordinating programs, managing timelines, and tracking deliverables across teams
- Proficiency with data management tools and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and grant documentation
- Familiarity with nonprofit or government program compliance requirements and reporting standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet competing deadlines independently
Program Associate Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program associate in Massachusetts?
Most program associate positions in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in a field aligned with the employer's mission, such as public health, social work, education, or public policy. Massachusetts does not issue a state license specific to this title, so hiring decisions hinge on relevant coursework, internships, and demonstrated project coordination experience. Graduate programs at UMass, Tufts, and Boston University regularly place graduates into program associate roles at nonprofits, hospitals, and research institutions.
Which companies hire program associates in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts program associate roles are posted by Lila Sciences, Bose, and Wayfair and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of research hospitals, universities, and mission-driven nonprofits means program associate openings appear across a wide range of sectors throughout the year.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most program associate jobs?
Boston, Cambridge, and Milton lead Massachusetts for program associate openings. Boston and Cambridge dominate because of their concentration of academic medical centers, research universities, and global nonprofits headquartered in the metro, while Worcester draws openings from UMass Memorial Health and regional community organizations that need program coordination staff.
Are there remote program associate jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than many roles at this level. About 19% of program associate openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on coordination, reporting, and data management rather than on-site service delivery. Grant administration, research coordination, and policy-facing program associate roles tend to offer the most flexibility, while community-facing or clinic-embedded roles typically require an in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a program associate in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an AmeriCorps or program coordinator internship at a Massachusetts nonprofit or community health organization, which many Boston-area employers treat as a direct pipeline into paid program associate roles. Institutions like the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, United Way of Massachusetts Bay, and Brigham and Women's Hospital regularly bring on new graduates and career changers into associate or coordinator titles. A relevant bachelor's degree combined with a capstone project, volunteer program management experience, or a certificate in project management gives candidates a clear edge in screening.
Where can I find and apply to program associate jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to program associate jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across sectors including nonprofits, health systems, universities, and government agencies. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.
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