Opportunities
Explore Opportunities for Baltimore Youth
Summer in Baltimore is full of opportunities to learn, earn, and grow. From paid job programs and creative outlets to mentorship and re-engagement services, explore programs designed to help youth stay active, connected, and on track all season long.
"Our young people are Baltimore's future and we must devote our resources, time, and energy into making sure that they have the opportunities they deserve to grow and develop into their best selves."– Mayor Brandon M. Scott
YouthWorks (MOED)
YouthWorks connects Baltimore City residents ages 14–21 with paid summer work opportunities. Youth gain valuable experience, financial literacy, and exposure to career pathways. The program prioritizes access for youth impacted by systemic barriers.
🔗 https://youthworks.oedworks.com/
Youth Opportunity (YO) Baltimore (MOED)
YO Baltimore serves youth ages 18–24 who are disconnected from school or work. Through two youth-friendly centers, participants receive education support, job training, mentorship, and personal development resources.
🔗 https://moed.baltimorecity.gov/youth-services/opportunity
CareerBound & Grads2Careers (Baltimore’s Promise)
In partnership with community stakeholders, this initiative helps Baltimore youth successfully transition into careers and education pathways after high school.
🔗 https://www.baltimorespromise.org/careerbound
Connect to Success (C2S) – MOAAME
Designed for disconnected boys and young men, including “Squeegee” youth, this program offers sustained mentorship and development opportunities to promote educational and economic success.
🔗 https://aamebaltimore.com/
Mission 186 (MOAAME)
A citywide collaborative network that creates opportunities for boys and men of color through policy, practice, mentorship, and program alignment.
🔗 https://aamebaltimore.com/
B-360 Dirt Bike Initiative
B-360 uses dirt bike culture to engage youth, disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline, and build bridges between communities and opportunity.
🔗 https://b360baltimore.org/
Citywide Programming (BCRP)
Baltimore City Recreation & Parks offers citywide youth programs including STEM, e-gaming, athletics, aquatic events, teen camps, and more – all designed to build confidence and foster connection.
🔗 https://bcrp.baltimorecity.gov/
Re-Engagement Center (City Schools)
Helps legally involved or unenrolled youth re-enroll in school and access educational support services.
🔗 https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/re-engagement-center
Side-Step (MONSE)
A diversion program for youth who commit nonviolent offenses, offering alternatives to formal involvement in the juvenile justice system.
🔗 https://monse.baltimorecity.gov/our-programs-0
Victim Services (MONSE)
Provides intensive case management and holistic support for victims of crime, serving youth and adults.
🔗 https://monse.baltimorecity.gov/our-programs-0
Thrive Academy (DJS)
A voluntary, community-based gun violence reduction program for high-risk youth. It pairs participants with credible messengers and case managers for guidance and life coaching.
🔗 Youth Engagement and Safety Strategy
