2026 Temporary Summer Youth Worker

Full Job Description

The Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development (DEWD) is accepting applications for 2026 Temporary Summer Youth Workers for employment opportunities at various locations throughout Baltimore County.

Schedule: Up to 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Starting July 6, to Friday, August 14, 2026.

Youth ages 14 to 21 are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: Submitting an application does not guarantee employment. Youth under the age of 18 selected for employment must provide a work permit.

Youth ages 14-17 selected for employment must provide a work permit. https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx OR Home - ChildWorkPermit. Do not submit a new Work Permit application if you previously submitted one for the Baltimore County Government.

Employer's Information to Complete Work Permit

Do not submit a new Work Permit application if you previously submitted one for the Baltimore County Government

Company Name: Baltimore County Government Street Address: 400 Washington Avenue City: Towson State: Maryland Zip Code: 21204 Telephone: 410-887-4813 Telephone Extension: Type of Business: Government Apprenticeship: No Supervisor's Name: Deja Joseph Work Duties:

All youth selected for employment must complete the Baltimore County onboarding process using Workday.

Online applications are being accepted for the following positions:

• Administrative
• Automotive Technician
• Building Maintenance Trades
• Cosmetology
• Computers or Computer Software
• Construction
• Education
• Financial Services such as Banking, Investments, or Stocks
• Government
• Grounds Maintenance
• Public Healthcare
• Law Enforcement
• Legal
• Manufacturing of Goods and Products
• Professional and Business Services
• Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
• Warehousing, Shipping, or Receiving
• Working with Kids

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Ability to Communicate Professionally
• Able to Multitask
• Excellent Customer Service
• Fast Learner
• Good Listener
• Good Computer Skills
• Maintain Professional and Effective Working Relationships with the General Public, Other Agencies, and Co-Workers
• Provide Assistance when Requested and Needed
• Problem Solver
• Team Player
• Work Well with Others
• Perform other Duties as Requested

Qualifications

Preferred Requirements
Must live in Baltimore County
Available to work Monday through Friday
Must be between the ages of 14 and 21 on July 1, 2026
Youth ages 18 and over will be required to complete a fingerprint background check

Additional Information

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants over the age of 18 years old selected for summer employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background and fingerprinting checks.

Required Documents for Payroll Purposes
Birth Certificate
Maryland Identification or School Photo
Social Security Card
Work Permit for ages 14-17 https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx OR Home - ChildWorkPermit

**APPLICATIONS WITHOUT REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED**

Failure to submit documents required for employment with Baltimore County Government may disqualify you from job placement opportunities.

Becoming a participant in the Baltimore County Youth Employment Program requires the collection of documents to place you on the Baltimore County Government Workday Payroll. You must submit these documents with your application.

Do not send these documents via regular email. Each document must be attached to your application.

Documents Needed
A Birth Certificate	If you do not have a birth certificate, you can use a U.S. Passport or a U.S. Passport Card Scan or photograph your birth certificate Save and name the file with your Last Name, First Name - Birth Certificate
Driver’s license, MD ID card, or School ID card with a photograph	If you are under 18 and do not have a driver’s license, an MD ID card, or a school ID card with a photograph, you can substitute: School record or report card, Clinic, doctor or hospital record, or Day-care or nursery school record Scan or photograph your ID Save and name the file with your Last Name, First Name - ID
Social Security Card	Scan or photograph your SS Card Save and name the file with your Last Name, First Name - SS Card
Work Permit	Youth ages 14-17 selected for employment must provide a work permit. https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx OR Home - ChildWorkPermit