Teenworks Employment Programs
More than just a job!
Teens are employed by Montgomery County Recreation and placed in public sector and nonprofit jobs throughout the County.
TeenWorks employees are provided mentorship and support by career professionals as they navigate through their first job. They engage in job readiness training with ongoing skill-building workshops and experiences, all while getting paid! They are placed in meaningful roles, which allow them to develop critical, marketable skills. TeenWorks opens the door to learning opportunities and facilitates connection to valuable community resources.
Program Details
Interested students must:
- Be a Montgomery County resident, high school student and at least 15 years old
- Have availability to work full year in the program
- Complete the interest form (This connects you to the team that will support you through the process)
- Attend a mandatory TeenWorks employment information session to learn about the program, requirements for employment with Montgomery County Government and next steps, including an interview with the TeenWorks team
- Complete the employment application
- Have the consent of a parent/guardian to be employed in this program
Interest Form Deadlines
To be considered for a position, the interest form must be completed by:
| Season | Employment Dates | Interest Form Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | March-June | Jan. 15 |
| Summer | July - Aug. | April 15 |
| Fall | Sept. - Feb. | Sept. 15 |
- Montgomery County Recreation
- Afterschool programs
- Excel Beyond the Bell Elementary
- Excel Beyond the Bell Middle
- RecZone - High School
- Communications and Public Outreach
- The Charles Koiner Conservancy for Urban Farming (CKC Farm)
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Special Events
- 480 Club
Inside Teenworks Employment
Overview of TeenWorks Program
TeenWorks benefit from an experiential learning model as career professionals and mentors utilize a hands-on approach in coaching teens to become empowered and prepared for the workforce. Through this workforce development program they will work with professionals and have a variety of opportunities to choose from.
How It Works...
Work a maximum number of hours based on grade when first hired as:
- 9th grade - 350 hours
- 10th grade - 300 hours
- 11th grade - 200 hours
- 12th grade - 200 hours
- Completion of three coaching sessions
- Attend 30 hours of workforce development training
- Develop and implement a capstone project
- Earn a certificate of completion and letter of reference
Benefits and Program Outline
Through partnerships with industry-leading professions, apprentices have opportunities to broaden their scope of career paths.
TeenWorks Benefits
- Acquire industry-specific knowledge through hands-on experiences
- Develop technical and transferrable skills to thrive in multiple workplace settings
- Build a network of industry leaders and mentors
- Earn pay for meaningful and rewarding work experiences
- Access to career readiness platforms
- Flexible work hours
- Youth-oriented employers
Program Outline
- Program orientation with specialist
- Complete parent/apprentice agreement form
- Placement meeting with partnering organization
- Full-year commitment
- Participate in various workforce development and site-specific trainings
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Maximum 350 hours
- Hours vary depending on graduation year
- Schedule varies per site
- Weekdays, evenings and weekends
- Capstone project
- Earn a certificate of completion and letter of reference
Why Should You Apply? Current TeenWorks Employees Tell All
Job Descriptions
- Create and distribute informational material (i.e., flyers, web design, social media posts, handouts, etc.)
- Research the latest trends in a specific field
- Design presentations
- Build special event stages and platforms
- Organize spaces at County facilities
- Deliver surveys and report findings
- Attend and participate in meetings
- Record program registration and attendance
- Develop and implement program plans and activities
- Organize onsite program quality assessments
- Conduct market research
- Provide excellent customer service via phone, email and/or in-person
- Maintain park grounds and facilities
- Assist with set-up and breakdown of events and activities
- Administer routine safety inspections of park amenities and structures
- Collaborate with community stakeholders (i.e., residents, local organizations and government officials)
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Become a Host
Become a host and contribute to the development and growth of the next generation of professionals! Share your knowlege and skills with our motivated apprentices that, fostering their growth and strengthening their insight on career possibilities after high school.
Interested in becoming a Host?
Schedule a host information sessionHost Information
Why Become a Host?
- Help develop and build the next generation of talent in your industry
- Bring fresh perspectives and ideas to your organization
- Teach teens transferable skills
- Positively influence decision that will impact their future
- Build your professional network and enhance your reputation
- There is no cost to becoming a host
- Wages are covered by TeenWorks program
- Flexible schedules for host and apprentice are recommended
- Assigned apprentice will be matched to their interested field prior to placement
- Staff will work with your team to provide coaching and insight
- Provide comprehensive orientation and onboarding to establish understanding of organizational functions and culture
- Establish guidelines for professionalism; communication, punctuality, accountability, appearance (uniform etiquette), teamwork
- Create a welcoming environment in which apprentice is encouraged to think, challenge themselves and succeed
- Serve as a mentor; guidance, support and regular feedback to create open communication
- Offer various training methods (technology, instructor-led, on-the-job) for apprentice retention of knowledge and applications
Connect with the TeenWorks Team
| Phone | |
|---|---|
| 240-777-8080 | [email protected] |