In-school Youth Apprenticeships
Paid on-the-job training for Baltimore high schoolers.
Hands-On Career Experience
The Apprenticeship element connects Baltimore City students with youth apprenticeships, which combine in-school learning with paid hands-on experience at a job site. Coordination of this element is offered right through Baltimore City Public Schools. Career Coaches are available as early as middle school to help students explore career options. In high school, prospective apprentices and their Career Coaches will work together to apply for this element, beginning a journey to sustainable employment and/or higher education in high-demand, high-wage fields.
Apprenticeships are offered in partnership with the Apprenticeship Maryland Program, aligning with the state’s Blueprint for Maryland’s Future.
What can you expect from your apprenticeship?
- Participate in career readiness and career exposure prior to training
- Engage in paid on-the-job training with local employers in high-growth industries
- Attend related in-classroom instruction centering on your chosen topic of study
- Receive academic support and wraparound services, as needed, to break down barriers to success
- Earn an industry-recognized certification to increase job opportunities and wage potential
Apprenticeship Journey Map
Open to Baltimore City Public Schools students who…
Attend school regularly
Maintain a GPA of at least 2.0
Attend an information session during junior year and complete an interest survey
Work with an in-school Career Coach to move through the application process
Participate in a company tour or job shadow at an employer site
Apprenticeship Spotlight
Baltimore City Public Schools
Students work at the City Schools headquarters, with hands-on training in the areas of information technology and operations. Whether students want to go on to post-secondary education or enter the workforce, this training will open doors into a variety of career sectors.
Healthcare Tracks
Healthcare is a popular career track for apprentices. Anchor institutions hosts paid nursing apprentices, offering real-world, hospital-based training. This hands-on experience is integral to career preparedness and paves the way for graduates to earn further education and credentials through programs like Grads2Careers and Stackable Credentials.
Reach out to your school’s Career Coach to learn more!
Read more about CareerBound’s apprenticeships, including eligibility and the application process, in our student brochure.
