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State agency administering Maryland's unemployment insurance program, workforce development, occupational and professional licensing, apprenticeship, and adult education and literacy services for Maryland workers and job seekers. Operates American Job Centers in every region of the state and connects residents with training funded through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Most services are free; users create accounts online, upload photo ID and work history, and may need pay stubs or separation paperwork for unemployment claims.
410-767-2000 · 1100 N Eutaw St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Central Maryland workforce development nonprofit offering job training, career coaching, digital skills classes, industry-recognized certification programs, and employment placement services funded largely through donated-goods retail operations. Serves Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Harford County, and surrounding communities. Most programs are free to participants; some require a short intake interview. Prospective participants bring photo ID, Social Security card, and a resume if available; specific programs may require additional screening or assessment.
410-837-1800 · 222 E Redwood St, Baltimore, MD 21202
National nonprofit with a Baltimore site providing young adults ages 18-29 with an intensive one-year program combining professional training, college credits, and a paid corporate internship in IT, financial operations, sales, or customer service. Participants receive a stipend while training. Admissions are competitive; applicants need a high school diploma or GED, photo ID, Social Security card, and ability to commit full-time. Services are free to admitted participants. Information sessions and online applications are posted on the Year Up website.
443-451-7100 · 1 S Charles St, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21201
Baltimore workforce development nonprofit providing intensive cohort-based job readiness training, career coaching, financial literacy, case management, and post-placement support for underserved adults including returning citizens, non-custodial parents, and young adults. Programs are typically multi-week and free to income-eligible Baltimore-area participants. Intake is by phone, walk-in, or referral from partner agencies; bring photo ID, Social Security card, and any child support or court paperwork if relevant. Job placement support continues after graduation.
410-327-2610 · 2502 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21218
Baltimore-based nonprofit advocating for policies that expand economic opportunity for Maryland's low-wage workers and providing direct workforce development, job training, and employment services including programs for returning citizens and parents with child support obligations. Services are free to income-eligible Baltimore-area residents; intake is by phone or walk-in. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, a resume if available, and any court or child support paperwork relevant to employment barriers. Post-placement coaching is included.
410-234-8040 · 231 E Baltimore St, Suite 2000, Baltimore, MD 21202
State agency within the Maryland State Department of Education helping Marylanders with physical, cognitive, sensory, or mental health disabilities find and keep employment through vocational rehabilitation counseling, job training, assistive technology, and job placement. Also operates the Workforce & Technology Center in Baltimore for residential training. Eligibility is based on documented disability that is a barrier to employment. Applicants bring photo ID and medical or psychological documentation of disability; services are free to eligible consumers.
410-554-9385 · 2301 Argonne Dr, Baltimore, MD 21218
National nonprofit with a Maryland site in Baltimore providing free tech training programs preparing young adults ages 18-26 from underserved communities, as well as veterans and military spouses, for entry-level careers in IT through classes, industry-recognized certifications (CompTIA and others), paid internships, and job placement support. Admissions include an application and interview; accepted participants commit to a full-time program. Bring photo ID, Social Security card, high school diploma or GED, and DD-214 if a veteran.
443-573-5900 · 300 E Lombard St, Suite 840, Baltimore, MD 21202
Baltimore service-based nonprofit combining AmeriCorps service and paid job training programs in green construction, energy efficiency retrofits, urban agriculture, health careers, and technology, while participants serve Baltimore neighborhoods. Programs such as Baltimore Center for Green Careers prepare participants for jobs in skilled trades. Programs are generally free to income-eligible Baltimore residents; participants may receive stipends. Apply online; bring photo ID, Social Security card, and any certifications, resume, or court paperwork relevant to employment.
410-366-8533 · 2701 St Lo Dr, Baltimore, MD 21213
Baltimore workforce development nonprofit serving adults 25 and older, including many parents and career changers, with job readiness workshops, occupational training in fields like transportation, healthcare, and administration, and career placement services. Programs are cohort-based, typically multi-week, and free for income-eligible Baltimore-area participants. Intake begins with an orientation session; bring photo ID, Social Security card, high school diploma or GED, and a resume if available. Alumni receive ongoing coaching and job search support.
410-230-0630 · 2700 N Charles St, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21218