Employment
You will find information on work permits, resume writing, employment opportunities as they come in. So check back here often! Most employment information comes to the Career Center in the Spring for Summer Employment.
WORK PERMIT
In Maryland, as a teen, (minor between the ages of 14 and 17), once you have been offered employment you are required to have a Minor Work Permit before you begin work. Teens cannot apply for a Work Permit until they have gotten a job offer. This is because the application for a Work Permit requires details from the employer, including the proposed occupation and work description.
1USING A COMPUTER GO TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION AND FILL IN THE REQUESTED INFORMATION.
Work Permits:
- Work permits are required for all minors under the age of 18 to work in the State of Maryland.
- Work permits are not issued to minors under the age of 14.
- Work permits are issued by the Division of Labor and Industry.
- Work permits are not issued until the minor has been offered a job.
- If the minor changes jobs, a new work permit must be obtained.
- Employers keep work permits on file for three years."
- To obtain a Work Permit:
- The minor applies for a permit online and prints permit.
- The minor signs the permit.
- The minor's parent or guardian signs the permit.
- The employer signs the permit.
YOU CANNOT START WORK UNTIL THE EMPLOYER HAS YOUR APPROVED MARYLAND WORK PERMIT.
RESUME WRITING
Here is a Word Template to create a Resume. See Ms. Wright in the Career Center for addition assistance.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Click on above for local job opportunities. Age 16 and above.
Visit The Training Source for information on Employment Training Workshops
YEAR UP PROGRAM
Free Computer Career Training for 18-24 year olds who live in the DC, MD, or VA. If you know anyone with a high school diploma or a GED who are between the ages of 18-24 yrs old and have an interest in IT. Refer them to this site http://www.yearup.org/ to learn more about this free program. This program asks for a 1 year commitment between the hours of 8:30 am and 5:00 pm. They provide the student with a stipend and after six months, internships at companies such as Freddie Mac and AOL to name a few.
Check out the website. http://www.yearup.org/
About Year Up
Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides urban young adults 18-24, with a unique combination of technical and professional skills, college credits, an educational stipend and corporate apprenticeship.
Our success is our graduates -- enabling them to move on to full-time employment and higher education. Year Up is about providing opportunities for urban young adults to demonstrate their true potential.
We have achieved excellent results to date:
100% placement of qualified students into apprenticeships
83% student retention
90% of apprentices meet or exceed apprenticeship partner expectations
87% of graduates placed in full or part-time positions within 4 months of graduation
$15/hr average wage at placement
AArow Advertising Employment
AArow Ads is looking for responsible, athletic students to hire at $10.00 for summer employment. Not sure what AArow Ads are check out their website at www.AArowAds.com
The Theater Tech Program now accepting applications. Join our award winning job training and college prep program. A few spots remain for recent grads or out of school youth and now enrolling 2012 graduates.
Participants receive academic support, job placement, theater tech basic training, college search and SAT prep, and an honorarium. An arts-based learning environment exposes young adults to a variety of industries and skills. Requirements include Prince George’s residency and household income qualification.
Inquire by phone at (301) 699-1819
Prince George's County Park and Recreation - Aquatics Team.
If you are looking for a fun and exciting job, consider a position with the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation Aquatics team. From lifeguards to swim instructors to customer service representatives, M-NCPPC swimming pools have something for everyone!
Click Here for information and How to apply
Library of Congress Summer Youth Employment Program
Human Resources Services is happy to announce the 2012 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) application period. Applications for summer employment are being received by the Office of Worklife Services (WLS) online this year through the Monster Government Solutions application system.
APPLY at USA JOBS
Click on Students and recent Graduates
Search STEP 2012
Click on Job Title and Apply Online
All applications from applicants age 16-21, submitted for summer employment, will be rated and retained by WLS for subsequent referral and consideration. Placements are generally made throughout June. Applicants not placed by June 30th are encouraged to seek other employment opportunities
Prince George's County
Youth Enrichment Program
The Summer Youth Enrichment Program (SYEP) is a six-week, entry-level introduction to public service for the youth of Prince George’s County. This countywide initiative offers the youth enriching and constructive summer work experiences in various assignments throughout our government. Residents of Prince George’s County between the ages of 15 – 19 as of June 18, 2013 may apply. Youth must be eligible to work in the United States and will need to have a valid work permit prior to hire.
Click Here to go to Application Website
Community Pools Website - Hiring for Summer Positions. Lifeguard positions (15 yrs old, must know how to swim) See website for application and contact.