Program Development Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

Program Development Manager jobs in Massachusetts are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare, higher education, nonprofit services, and life sciences sectors that stretch from entry-level program coordinators through senior directors of program strategy. Boston, Worcester, and Cambridge anchor most of the hiring, where institutions like Partners in Health, Boston Children's Hospital, and Massachusetts General Hospital regularly seek program development managers to design, launch, and scale organizational initiatives. The most in-demand specialties include grant-funded program development, workforce development, and clinical program design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerEntegris
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring19
Work type81% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Travelers
Bond & Specialty Underwriting Professional Development Program (BSI UPDP) Internship
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Bond & Specialty Underwriting Professional Development Program (BSI UPDP) Internship
Travelers
Braintree, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
$25 - $26/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Business Insurance Underwriting Professional Development Program (BI UPDP) Internship
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Business Insurance Underwriting Professional Development Program (BI UPDP) Internship
Travelers
Braintree, Massachusetts
IT Support & Systems Administration
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$25 - $26/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Operations Leadership Development Program
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Operations Leadership Development Program
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Waltham, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$82k - $84k/yr
10,000+

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AstraZeneca
Clinical Program Director, Early CVRM Clinical Development
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Clinical Program Director, Early CVRM Clinical Development
AstraZeneca
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$234k - $350k/yr
Master of Science
10,000+

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Entegris
Entegris Leadership Development Program - Supply Chain
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Entegris Leadership Development Program - Supply Chain
Entegris
Bedford, Massachusetts
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Program Management
$78k - $83k/yr
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Program Development Manager Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Natick
3 jobs
Waltham
3 jobs
Billerica
3 jobs
Cambridge
3 jobs
Bedford
2 jobs
Medford
2 jobs
Milford
2 jobs
Westwood
2 jobs

Program Development Manager Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Entegris
Entegris4 open roles
Travelers
Travelers3 open roles
MOM's Organic Market
MOM's Organic Market3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program development manager jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in public health, education, business, or a related field required
  • Three or more years managing program lifecycle from design through evaluation
  • Experience developing grant proposals and managing funder relationships in Massachusetts
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with community stakeholders
  • Proficiency with program management tools and data tracking systems such as Salesforce or Asana
  • Strong written communication skills for reports, proposals, and board-level presentations

Program Development Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program development manager in Massachusetts?

Most program development managers in Massachusetts begin with a bachelor's degree in public health, social work, education, business, or a related field, then move into program coordinator or project manager roles to build hands-on experience. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for this role, but many employers in the healthcare and nonprofit sectors prefer candidates who have completed a graduate degree or hold a Project Management Professional credential. Building a record of grant-funded projects and community partnerships strengthens candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire program development managers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring program development managers in Massachusetts right now include Entegris, Travelers, and MOM's Organic Market, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of research hospitals, health systems, and large nonprofits makes it one of the more active states for this role year-round.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most program development manager jobs?

Boston, Natick, and Waltham have the most program development manager openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its anchoring healthcare systems, research institutions, and nonprofit headquarters, while Worcester and Cambridge generate steady hiring through UMass Memorial Health, MIT-affiliated research programs, and a growing cluster of mission-driven organizations.

Are there remote program development manager jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles. About 90% of program development manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves planning, writing, and cross-team coordination rather than on-site program delivery. Grant writing, curriculum design, and strategic planning functions are the most commonly offered as fully remote positions.

How can I get hired as a program development manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a program coordinator or program associate role, which Massachusetts employers across healthcare systems, community health centers, and nonprofits use as the standard pipeline for future program development managers. Institutions like Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services, and large community development organizations regularly hire entry-level staff into structured program roles. A relevant graduate certificate, volunteer grant-writing experience, or a portfolio showing a single end-to-end initiative can differentiate a candidate without formal program management history.

Where can I find and apply to program development manager jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to program development manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across healthcare, education, nonprofit, and life sciences employers. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.

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