Visit Temporary Closures for more information.

Applications Close October 8, 2025. Apply Today!

The Recovery to Work Academy is now accepting applications for our 6-week work readiness program from October 17 through November 21, 2025, designed for individuals with at least three months of recovery. This program focuses on helping you navigate the stressors of managing recovery while searching for and maintaining employment.  

Participants will engage in sessions on important topics such as:  

1. Workplace Triggers & Work Environments

2. Powers Skills

3. Resume and Online Applications

4. Interviewing & Telling Your Story

5. Growth Mindset & Financial Literacy

6. Emotional Intelligence

The application for this Fall session will be open from August 18 through October 8, 2025. Seating is limited, and a selection process will determine who is best suited for the program. Apply now to empower your recovery journey!

The Recovery to Work Academy is now accepting applications for our 6-week work readiness program from October 17 through November 21, 2025, designed for individuals with at least three months of recovery. This program focuses on helping you navigate the stressors of managing recovery while searching for and maintaining employment.  

Participants will engage in sessions on important topics such as:  

1. Workplace Triggers & Work Environments

2. Powers Skills

3. Resume and Online Applications

4. Interviewing & Telling Your Story

5. Growth Mindset & Financial Literacy

6. Emotional Intelligence

Applications Close October 8, 2025. Apply Today!

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

In this course you will learn how to build a strong profile, make connections to build your network, and learn the best practices for navigating LinkedIn. You will walk away with the tips to make your LinkedIn account stand out to employers. 

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

A Monthly In-Person Series for Job Seekers

This Month’s Featured Employer: First United Bank & Trust

Employer Insights is a monthly event where job seekers can hear directly from local employers about what it takes to succeed—both in the hiring process and on the job. Each session features a different employer who will share their hiring approach, tips for submitting a strong application, and what they look for in candidates.

More importantly, they’ll discuss how to thrive once you're hired, covering workplace expectations, company culture, and performance.

Every session includes a Q&A, giving attendees the chance to ask questions and gain real-world advice straight from employers.

Who Should Attend

Anyone who is job searching, exploring career paths, or looking to better understand how to succeed in today’s workforce. Whether you're applying, onboarding, or planning next steps—this session offers valuable guidance across industries.

Event Details

When:
Held the second Tuesday of every month, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Where:
In-person at Frederick County Workforce Services, 200 Monroe Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701

Why It’s Valuable:

• Hear directly from employers about their hiring process and what makes an application stand out

• Learn what they expect from employees once hired, including workplace behavior and success factors

• Understand how to build a positive reputation on the job

• Get answers to your questions during a live Q&A

• Gain employer perspectives from a variety of industries throughout the year

Open to all job seekers. Space is limited—registration required.

REGISTER TODAY!

Are you 18 or older looking for personalized support in your career journey? Join us for an information session about the Elevate program, where we’ll walk you through the three phases of our career case management. You'll learn about the eligibility requirements and enrollment process. Whether you’re looking to explore new career paths or gain the skills needed to succeed in your current field, Elevate is designed to help you reach your goals. 

Register for the Elevate Information Session.

Real Talk. Real Support. Real Next Steps. 

Looking for a space to stay motivated in your job search? The Reconnection Roundtable is a group conversation that meets every other week to support individuals with justice involvement as they explore career paths and move forward. 

It’s a chance to connect with others who get it, talk through challenges, and encourage each other along the way. A staff member helps guide the conversation, but it’s really about building each other up and staying on track. 

No pressure, just support, real talk, and people who want to see you succeed. 

Walk-ins are welcome. Register for Reconnection Roundtable.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Our office will open at 12:00pm today.

Looking for new strategies for your job search? Through weekly meetings with an experienced group facilitator, the Job Club at Frederick County Workforce Services provides a supportive, confidential environment for job seekers to share challenges and learn from the experiences of others. Topics covered range from job hunting strategies and interview techniques to how to develop networking skills and handle difficult emotions. Seating is limited.  To participate, please visit our online registration page.

Transferable Skills

Not sure how your past experiences fit into a new career path?

This session will help you identify your core strengths and transferable skills — and more importantly, how to communicate them to employers. Whether you're changing industries or returning to the workforce, you'll gain tools to present your experience with confidence.

Register for Transferable Skills

Stay competitive, confident, and ready for what’s next. This four-part virtual workshop series will help you sharpen essential career skills and gain fresh insights into today’s evolving job market. Attend one session or join us for the entire series — each workshop stands on its own, but together they’ll give your job search a powerful boost.

The virtual series includes Leveraging AI, Transferable Skills, Resumes, and Interviewing. Check the calendar for class dates and times and to register.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Great job, you secured the interview, now what? In this workshop you will learn about preparing for the interview, using your resume and cover letter to your advantage, the closure questions you will want to ask, and presenting your best self.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Great job, you secured the interview, now what? In this workshop you will learn about preparing for the interview, using your resume and cover letter to your advantage, the closure questions you will want to ask, and presenting your best self.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Learn about the legal process of Expungement in Maryland during this FREE Virtual Information Session hosted by the Frederick County Maryland Legal Aid office. This process is essential to removing barriers to second chances. Participants will have the availability to schedule an appointment to meet one-on-one with an Attorney following the information session. Space is limited; please call 301-600-2757 to register.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Looking for new strategies for your job search? Through weekly meetings with an experienced group facilitator, the Job Club at Frederick County Workforce Services provides a supportive, confidential environment for job seekers to share challenges and learn from the experiences of others. Topics covered range from job hunting strategies and interview techniques to how to develop networking skills and handle difficult emotions. Seating is limited.  To participate, please visit our online registration page.

Are you 18 or older looking for personalized support in your career journey? Join us for an information session about the Elevate program, where we’ll walk you through the three phases of our career case management. You'll learn about the eligibility requirements and enrollment process. Whether you’re looking to explore new career paths or gain the skills needed to succeed in your current field, Elevate is designed to help you reach your goals. 

Register for the Elevate Information Session.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Show your best self to employers by redesigning and refining your resume and cover letter. Learn how to create documents that truly showcase your talents and expertise. Come join us to create your personal work of art with your resume.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Resumes

Resumes that rise to the top of the pile.

In this session, you’ll learn how to modernize your resume, spotlight soft skills and achievements, and tailor your content to stand out in a competitive market. Whether you're starting from scratch or refreshing an old document, this workshop will help you craft a resume that gets noticed and opens doors.

Register for Resumes

Stay competitive, confident, and ready for what’s next. This four-part virtual workshop series will help you sharpen essential career skills and gain fresh insights into today’s evolving job market. Attend one session or join us for the entire series — each workshop stands on its own, but together they’ll give your job search a powerful boost.

The virtual series includes Leveraging AI, Transferable Skills, Resumes, and Interviewing. Check the calendar for class dates and times and to register.

Do you have questions about resources or preparing for your job search? Appointments are available for you to meet with a Workforce Team Member to help you find the answers you are looking for. These sessions are flexible to cover what you need, including resume assistance, interview preparation and/or practice, job search consultation, and more. Schedule an in-person appointment or connect with us via zoom or by phone. Sign up for your appointment here.

Join us for an informative workshop on how to equip your business with the tools to foster a recovery-friendly workplace. Research shows that recovery-friendly practices not only support employee well-being but also lead to increased retention, reduced healthcare costs, and numerous other organizational benefits.

To learn more about the workshop, please contact Diana Campbell at dcampbell@frederickcountymd.gov.

Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Ace Your Next Interview!

In this interactive, in-person workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Make a powerful first impression

• Master the 4 steps to selling yourself

• Tackle tough interview questions with confidence

• Reflect and improve after every interview

Walk away with the tools and strategies to showcase your value and land the job you want.

Register for How to Sell Yourself in an Interview

Are you 18 or older looking for personalized support in your career journey? Join us for an information session about the Elevate program, where we’ll walk you through the three phases of our career case management. You'll learn about the eligibility requirements and enrollment process. Whether you’re looking to explore new career paths or gain the skills needed to succeed in your current field, Elevate is designed to help you reach your goals. 

Register for the Elevate Information Session.

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Real Talk. Real Support. Real Next Steps. 

Looking for a space to stay motivated in your job search? The Reconnection Roundtable is a group conversation that meets every other week to support individuals with justice involvement as they explore career paths and move forward. 

It’s a chance to connect with others who get it, talk through challenges, and encourage each other along the way. A staff member helps guide the conversation, but it’s really about building each other up and staying on track. 

No pressure, just support, real talk, and people who want to see you succeed. 

Walk-ins are welcome. Register for Reconnection Roundtable.

Looking for new strategies for your job search? Through weekly meetings with an experienced group facilitator, the Job Club at Frederick County Workforce Services provides a supportive, confidential environment for job seekers to share challenges and learn from the experiences of others. Topics covered range from job hunting strategies and interview techniques to how to develop networking skills and handle difficult emotions. Seating is limited.  To participate, please visit our online registration page.

Interviewing

Turn nerves into confidence — and interviews into offers.

This session will equip you with practical strategies to prepare for interviews, build authentic rapport with interviewers, tackle tough questions, and leave a lasting impression. You’ll also learn smart questions to ask at the end of the interview that show you’re informed and engaged, and the right fit for the role.

Register for Interviewing

Stay competitive, confident, and ready for what’s next. This four-part virtual workshop series will help you sharpen essential career skills and gain fresh insights into today’s evolving job market. Attend one session or join us for the entire series — each workshop stands on its own, but together they’ll give your job search a powerful boost.

The virtual series includes Leveraging AI, Transferable Skills, Resumes, and Interviewing. Check the calendar for class dates and times and to register.

Are you ready to take charge of your career?

In this workshop, you’ll get up-to-date insights on the current job market and gain practical tips to move forward with confidence. Learn how to research opportunities, negotiate your salary like a pro, and stay adaptable in a workforce that’s constantly evolving.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Are you a beginner with the computer? Do you need to upgrade your computer skills to get a better job? Sign-up for the Computer Skills Lab and get help to improve your digital literacy skills using the Skill Up training program. Hands on help in a variety of basic computer skills training courses including the basics on how to use a computer, Using the Internet, and Microsoft Office software.

Appointments are available in one-hour increments. Sign up here to reserve your spot.

Join us for the Fall 2025 Job Fair! Businesses are eagerly looking to connect with Frederick County’s job ready talent for their openings! In partnership with Warehouse Cinemas, this event is your opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Why Attend?

1. Meet Hiring Companies: Engage directly with employers looking for entry level-to-experienced talent.

2. Explore New Careers: Discover opportunities in high-demand industries.

3. Network & Learn: Build connections with business leaders and industry professionals.

What to Expect:

1. A dedicated space to meet recruiters and discuss job openings.

2. A welcoming environment to explore career paths that match your skills.

3. The chance to make a great first impression with potential employers.

When: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 9 am to 12 noon

Where: Warehouse Cinemas: Fredericktowne Mall, 1301 West Patrick Street, Frederick, MD

Walk-ins Welcome!

Register for the Fall 2025 Job Fair

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary Aids and Services are Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at least five (5) business days in advance of the program or event. For Federal funding disclosure information, visit our website www.frederickworks.com/program-funding.

Show your best self to employers by redesigning and refining your resume and cover letter. Learn how to create documents that truly showcase your talents and expertise. Come join us to create your personal work of art with your resume.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Great job securing the interview! Now what? In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for the interview, use your resume and cover letter to your advantage, ask the right closing questions, and present your best self.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Great job securing the interview! Now what? In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for the interview, use your resume and cover letter to your advantage, ask the right closing questions, and present your best self.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Living life after 50! In this course, you will learn how to appear ageless in your job search and interviews. Discover how to highlight your skills and update your professional image. There are many benefits to being a "seasoned" worker—come and explore these strategies! 

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

A Monthly In-Person Series for Job Seekers

This Month’s Featured Employer: Frederick County Public Schools

Employer Insights is a monthly event where job seekers can hear directly from local employers about what it takes to succeed—both in the hiring process and on the job. Each session features a different employer who will share their hiring approach, tips for submitting a strong application, and what they look for in candidates.

More importantly, they’ll discuss how to thrive once you're hired, covering workplace expectations, company culture, and performance.

Every session includes a Q&A, giving attendees the chance to ask questions and gain real-world advice straight from employers.

Who Should Attend

Anyone who is job searching, exploring career paths, or looking to better understand how to succeed in today’s workforce. Whether you're applying, onboarding, or planning next steps—this session offers valuable guidance across industries.

Event Details

When:
Held the second Tuesday of every month, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Where:
In-person at Frederick County Workforce Services, 200 Monroe Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701

Why It’s Valuable:

• Hear directly from employers about their hiring process and what makes an application stand out

• Learn what they expect from employees once hired, including workplace behavior and success factors

• Understand how to build a positive reputation on the job

• Get answers to your questions during a live Q&A

• Gain employer perspectives from a variety of industries throughout the year

Open to all job seekers. Space is limited—registration required.

REGISTER TODAY!

In this workshop, you will identify your transferable skills, learn career tips, and tips to cope with your job loss. You will also learn information to update your resume and cover letter to continue on your job search journey with a positive mindset.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!

Are you ready to take charge of your career?

In this workshop, you’ll get up-to-date insights on the current job market and gain practical tips to move forward with confidence. Learn how to research opportunities, negotiate your salary like a pro, and stay adaptable in a workforce that’s constantly evolving.

Visit our online registration page to sign up for this in-person workshop!