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MCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program

Information for Employers

Steps to Becoming an Approved Youth Apprentice Sponsor

It is easy to become a Youth Apprentice Program Employer!  If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please take a few minutes to submit the information requested at the link:
https://www.doit.state.md.us/selectsurvey/EligibleEmployer#

Once your submission is received:

  • A MDoL representative will contact you and walk you through next steps after the form is submitted.
  • Once you have completed the final job description, interested students are vetted and approved to apply for your position.  You will interview student applicants, select candidate of best fit, work with MCPS to complete agreement and training plan, and hire your Youth Apprentice.

Benefits of the Program

  • Build your workforce.  Youth apprenticeship trains workers in the specific skills needed by your company.
  • Connect to the talent of the future.  Youth apprenticeships are a great way to develop a pipeline of talented, high-skilled workers to help your business grow.
  • Contribute to your bottom line.  You will see a noticeable contribution to your company through these highly productive and motivated employees.
  • Plan for employee succession.  Youth apprenticeships help you successfully facilitate the transfer of knowledge from experienced employees to new recruits.

Employer Expectations

Businesses must agree to the following:

  • Complete the Eligible Employer Application and receive approval from Department of Labor.
  • Commit to employing and training a youth apprentice for at least 450 hours within a specified period.
  • Develop a training plan for the apprentice with a qualified mentor.
  • Sign a Youth Apprenticeship Agreement.
  • Pay the youth apprentice per the minimum wage law and exemptions.
  • Determine hours the youth apprentice will work and follow all applicable child labor laws.
  • Conduct periodic and regular performance evaluation of the youth apprentice.
  • Provide safety instruction and a safe work environment.
  • Anticipate future entry-level job openings.

Employer Resources

MDoL Contact Information

Mr. Jeffrey Smith
jeffrey.smith1@maryland.gov

Ms. Sheila Jackson
sheila.jackson@maryland.gov

Contact Us

Mr. Shawn Krasa
Work Based Learning, Supervisor
Phone: 240-801-0919

Email: Shawn_E_Krasa@mcpsmd.org

Schedule a Zoom Meeting: https://calendly.com/krasasha