About

The Office of Workforce Development works with youth to help them in identifying and accomplishing their educational and career goals.

Our services are aimed to help you succeed! Our staff will work with you one-on-one to create a personal plan for success and to connect you to education and /or in-demand industry occupations.

For more information about how to enroll in our program please contact us at 410-313-1060.

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To get started, please contact Workforce Development by phone at

Services to Youth

Additional services we provide include:

  • Career and employment coaching
  • High school diploma attainment
  • Skills training
  • Tutoring   
  • Resume and interviewing assistance
  • Job search assistance
  • Paid/unpaid work experience
Youth Opportunity Fair
Resource Guide

Information coming soon.

Apply for a Work Permit

Click here to apply for a permit.

Selective Service Registration

Click here to register for Selective Service.

Summer Youth Program 2025

Howard County Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) – Coming Soon!

The Howard County SYEP is a 6-week paid employment and job readiness program designed for youth ages 14 to 24. This opportunity provides hands-on work experience, career exploration, and essential job skills to help young professionals prepare for their future. Applications open March 1st, 2025, and close on March 31st, 2025—don’t miss out on this amazing chance to grow, earn, and succeed!

Program Details:

Application Start: March 1st, 2025
Application Deadline: March 31st, 2025
Program Start Date: July 1, 2025
Ages Eligible: 14 to 24
Duration: 6 weeks
Compensation: Paid employment

📢 Stay tuned for more details! Check back regularly for updates and application information.

 

 

Summer Youth Class

Equal Opportunity Program

As an equal opportunity program, discrimination in WIOA Title I financially assisted programs or activities is prohibited by federal law and by Howard County Government. Our programs are made possible in part by grants from the U.S. Department of Labor. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in time and funding. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

NOTICE

Services offered by the Howard County Office of Workforce Development are supported by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration as part of awards totaling $2,933,986 with 0% financed from non-governmental sources.

If you need an accommodation, please contact Stephanie Hill by phone at

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