TeenWorks Employment Program
Looking for your first job?
A focus on youth development provides the framework for the TeenWorks program. TeenWorks employees are provided mentorship and support by career professionals as they navigate through their first job. In addition, TeenWorks engage in job readiness training with ongoing skill building workshops and experiences. And - TeenWorks employees earn minimum wage.
Teens are employed by Montgomery County Recreation and placed in public sector and non-profit jobs throughout the County. TeenWorks employees can work up to 4 hours each weekday or 8 hours on weekend days, during the school year. They are placed in meaningful work roles, which allow them to develop critical, marketable skills. TeenWorks opens the door to experiential learning opportunities and facilitates connections to valuable community resources.
TeenWorks employees must:
- Be a Montgomery County resident, high school student and at least 15 years old.
- Complete the interest form. This connects you to the team that can support you through the process.
- Attend a TeenWorks employee information session, complete employment application IRC59560 and interview.
- Have consent of a parent/guardian to be employed in this program.
What’s the difference between getting a job and gaining meaningful experience? It’s all about finding a position that allows you to grow.
FAQ
If you are interested in joining the TeenWorks employee program, please fill out this form. Your parent or guardian, if under 18 years old, will be copied on the return email that will detail next steps in the application process. Please note there are limited TeenWorks employee positions each year.
TeenWorks Employee Interest FormTeenWorks jobs require one year of service. Our goal is to provide you with the skills and work experience needed to move on to the next level. After successfully completing 300 hours, TeenWorks will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of reference.
TeenWorks participate in job readiness training as well as ongoing skill building workshops. Participants receive instruction in resume writing, office etiquette, customer service, professionalism, financial literacy training, safety on the job, college and post-high school planning, teamwork, and excellence in the workplace.
TeenWorks employees are assigned to one of several teams- each presenting a unique job opportunity.
View Teenworks jobs here.
Have additional questions? Please reach out to our TeenWorks employment team at teenworks@montgomerycountymd.gov or call 240-777-8080