Job Training for Youth
Youth Centers Are Open | Walk-ins Welcome!
The Mayor’s Office of Employment Development (MOED) is happy to welcome job seekers to our Career Centers either in-person or by appointment.
Contact the nearest MOED Center to receive information about our services:
Eastside One-Stop Career – Center 3001 East Madison St., (410) 396-9030
Northwest One-Stop Career Center – 2401 Liberty Heights Ave., (410) 396-7873
Youth Opportunity Center – 1510 West Lafayette Ave., (410) 545-6953
If you are not interested in in-person, center appointments or remote services, follow the links below to select the best service for you.
- If you need help getting a job or other support:
- Submit a Job Seeker Assistance Request and someone will contact you within two business days.
- See current job openings and apply online.
- If you are no longer working and need help with Unemployment Insurance:
- Call the Division of Unemployment Insurance at 410-949-0022.
- Get more information about unemployment benefits & COVID-19.
- If you need help with Food and Cash assistance:
- Visit the Maryland Department of Human Services and click the Food and Cash icon.
- Visit the Maryland Department of Human Services and click the Food and Cash icon.
- If you are an employer with jobs to post or need recruitment services:
- Register in Maryland Workforce Exchange, login, and click on Manage Jobs to Add a New Job Order.
- Complete this MOED Job Posting Form and email it to us by clicking here.
YH2O: Baltimore City Career Mentoring Program
Recruitment for YH2O 2022
The Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Employment Development and Department of Public Works has partnered with the Chesapeake Water Environment Association to design and operate the YH2O Career Mentoring Program. YH2O is for Baltimore City residents, ages 18-24, who have a high school diploma or GED, are unemployed or underemployed, and, are not currently enrolled in a job training program or post-secondary education. Baltimore City is proud of the 96 young men and women who have successfully completed YH2O since its inception in 2015.
Contact:
Curtis Landen, Internship Coordinator
Youth Services Division, MOED
101 W. 24th Street Baltimore, MD 21218
410-545-1820
What is YH2O?
YH2O is a six-month program that prepares young adults to be employed in full-time jobs within the water industry at the completion of the program. The goals of YH2O are to:
- Educate Baltimore City young adults about the water industry and its career opportunities
- Develop a pipeline of future workers with the right skills to fill entry-level positions in the water industry
YH2O consists of 3 phases including:
- Phase I: Participants complete skill and interest assessments, take part in basic job readiness training, and are introduced to the water industry. (Time commitment: 2 days/week, 3 hours each day, for 9 weeks)
- Phase II: Participants explore a variety of career options available within the water industry, take part in job shadowing experiences and worksite tours, and, are paired with a career coach. (Time commitment: 2 days/week, 3 hours each day, for 10 weeks)
- Phase III: Participants are placed in PAID summer jobs through YouthWorks and begin interviewing for full-time positions. (Time commitment: 5 days/week, 5 hours each day for 5 weeks)
Where is YH2O held?
Most YH2O activities are held at the MOED Youth Services headquarters located at 101 W. 24th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. Field trips and job-shadowing will be held offsite.
Why should I apply?
Baltimore City’s water industry offers immediate full-time entry-level job opportunities with the potential for career growth and advancement. YH2O Participants will receive:
- Job Readiness and Hands-on Training
- Worksite Tours
- Job Shadowing
- Summer Jobs through YouthWorks
- Water Industry Career Exploration
- An Individual Career Coach
Youth Profiles
Kristen Conaway has joined the 2020 YH2O class and looks forward to moving from having a job to having a long-term productive career.
“I’m going to be learning a lot of things that I can take with me into the future -- like knowing how to communicate in an expanded environment and learning to set and accomplish weekly goals."
Lamonte Sherman has had plenty of jobs but considered them all dead ends. He is looking forward to starting a career with the city and being prepared for global opportunities in the water industry.
“Mr. Greene [Internship Coordinator] is helping us make changes in our lives. He’s affected each of us individually and is bringing us together as a team."
Photos
Water Industry Program Job Fair photos
Youth Opportunity (YO) Baltimore
Older teens and young adults, ages 18-24, who are out-of-school and unemployed can connect with academic classes, GED prep, job training, and other services through YO Baltimore. At the city’s two YO Centers – one in West Baltimore and one in East Baltimore – young people can build on their skills and strengths to get back on track.
Westside YO Center
1510 W. Lafayette Avenue (Gilmor Street entrance), Baltimore, MD 21217
410-545-6953
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Orientation sessions are held every Wednesday at 10 am (ages 18-24)
Tavon Thomas, Program Manager
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Eastside YO Center
1212 N. Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21213
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm (Walk- Ins 9:30AM to 4PM)
Ariel Liddell
410-759-8170 ext. 157
aliddell@hebcac.org
The Eastside YO Center is operated in partnership with the Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition (HEBCAC)
Orientation sessions held every Friday at 11AM. (Ages 18 to 24)
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YO Academy
Located within the Westside YO Center, the YO Academy is an alternative public high school operated by YO in partnership with Baltimore City Public Schools. Students are referred by the BCPS Office of Student Placement.
1510 W. Lafayette Avenue (Gilmor Street entrance), Baltimore, MD 21217
410-962-1906
Federico R. Adams, Principal
Youth Partner Programs
MOED partners with local organizations that offer proven workforce development programs for young people ages 17-24. Each program provides a small, nurturing learning environment with qualified staff to assist with life skills, employability skills, occupational skills training, and career development.
We partner with awarded organizations to provide educational and career training services. To be accepted into these programs, eligible teens and young adults must be committed to completing the enrollment process and all program activities, and to attend on a daily basis. These programs are funded by the federal Department of Labor Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth grant.
IN-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
| PARTNER | TRAINING / CURRICULUM | CONTACT INFO |
|---|---|---|
| Urban Alliance Program Requirement: High School Junior or Senior | • Internships • Professional Development | Candace Elliot celliot@urbanalliance.org 1500 Union Avenue, Suite 2100, Baltimore, MD 21211 |
| Young Professionals In-School Program (Y.P.I.P.) Program Requirement: High School Senior at participating school (Current schools: N.A.F, Douglass, A.C.C.E, Patterson) | • Professional Development • Internships | Ahmed Keen ahmed.keen@baltimorecity.gov 101 West 24th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218 |
OUT-OF-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
| PARTNER | TRAINING / CURRICULUM | CONTACT INFO |
|---|---|---|
| America Works Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24, High Credentials (Diploma or G.E.D) | • National Retail Fed. (Customer Service) Training • Pharmacy Technician Certification • 45hr & 90hr Childcare Certification • CNA/GNA | Kelly Meier kmeier@americaworks.org 1 North Charles Street, Suite 500, Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Bon Secours Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24 | • CNA/GNA | Jayqua Williams Jayqua_Williams@bshsi.org 31 S. Payson Street, Baltimore, MD 21223 |
| Catholic Charities Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24, High Credentials (Diploma or G.E.D) | • CNA/GNA • Automotive Technician Certification | Mark Saunders 677-600-3541 320 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 |
| Maryland New Directions Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24 (Forklift and Guest Service Professional) Specific for CDL-B: • Age 21–24 • 3 years driving experience • Criminal background check • No points or moving violations | • CDL-B License • Forklift Certification • Guest Services Professional Training | Barry Farrare bfarrare@mdnewdirections.org 2700 N. Charles Street, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21218 |
| National Center on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA) Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24 | • Automotive Technician • HVAC-R Certification • CDL-B License | Eric Brown 443-780-1300 7130 Rutherford Road, Baltimore, MD 21244 |
| N-Power Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24, High Credentials (Diploma or G.E.D) | • Tech Fundamentals • IT Training • Google IT Support Certificate • CompTIA ITF+ Certification • CompTIA A+ Certification | Kyle Wise kyle.wise@npower.org |
| VSP - Lifebridge Requirements: Baltimore City Resident, Age 18–24, High Credentials (Diploma or G.E.D), Able to pass drug/alcohol screening, Required background check | • 8-week Internship at Sinai Hospital • Patient Transportation • Environmental Services (EVS) Technicians • Dietary (Food Service) • Other areas based on interest | Charles Milburn cmilburn@lifebridgehealth.org |
For more information on any of these programs, contact Joe Smith, Program Manager - WIOA Youth at 410-396-6727.
Grads2Careers: Job Training and Employment Programs
Grads2Careers helps recent Baltimore City Public Schools graduates begin careers by providing free job training programs to prepare youth for successful employment in well-paying, high-demand, and high-growth careers. These graduates and Maryland High School Diploma (GED) recipients who are 18-21 and live in Baltimore City are eligible to take job training and earn certifications in a variety of fields, including automotive, biotechnology, construction, health care, information technology, distribution & logistics, and land surveying.
The initiative is a collaboration among the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development, Baltimore City Public Schools, and Baltimore’s Promise. For more information or to submit an application to join, visit Grads2Careers.
Additional Resources
BCCC GED Test Preparation Page- Baltimore City Community College offers virtual and in-person GED prep classes to individuals who are 18+ years of age.
AmeriCorps Website - AmeriCorps provides opportunities for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to give their time and talent to strengthen communities.
Intelligent - a free online platform that ranks colleges and programs across the country and provides guides to help students in their educational journey and successfully transition from college to the workforce.