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Since 2007, we have served the County’s most vulnerable residents through our mission: to provide individualized employment and job skills counseling to ensure stable employment, to identify and encourage participation in workplace skills and training programs, and to enhance self-esteem and foster empowerment. |
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CareerCatchers is closed on January 19, 2026 |
CareerCatchers’ Weekly Empowerment Hour (Virtual) CareerCatchers holds a Empowerment Hour for our clients Wednesdays, from 3:00PM to 4:00PM. January 20th: Moving Forward 2026 Part 2: Calming Your Power into the Next Chapter- Kunda
If you enjoyed yesterday’s session, next week is a powerful continuation of that experience. This uplifting and reflective session will take you from clarity to courage: showing up as you who moves forward on purpose.
Please register on Zoom to join. |
CareerCatchers’ Weekly Job Club (Virtual) CareerCatchers holds a Job Club for our clients Wednesdays, from 11:00AM to 1:00PM.
January 21st: Holy Cross Connect: Information Session– Guest speaker Jasmine Join us for Holy Cross Connect, an informative and interactive session designed to introduce you to the opportunities, programs, and community at Holy Cross. Please register on Zoom to join. |
CareerCatchers’ Upcoming In-Person Classes
January 15th and 29th: Computer Skills Basics
Missed learning the computer basics? Build your confidence in this supportive, hands-on class designed for beginners and those seeking a refresher. You’ll master Windows navigation, understand files and folders, manage storage drives, organize documents, and discover helpful shortcuts all the essential skills you may not have had the chance to learn before. Perfect for anyone ready to strengthen their foundation and feel more comfortable using their computer.
Click here to register. Location: Silver Spring Library
900 Wayne Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Floor: Basement (Action Youth Media) We welcome all workers impacted by recent federal government actions to attend at no cost.
For more information or to register, please contact Emma (emma@careercatchers.org). |
CareerCatchers Basic Services Community Residents, including those Impacted by Recent Federal Government Actions are Welcome
For more information about the services and how to access them, click here.
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CareerCatchers Individualized Tutoring and Assistance
Through our volunteer network, we offer personalized tutoring to CareerCatchers’ clients who want to take workforce development classes. Our career counselors can help identify classes and then work to find volunteers who can help you succeed. Please contact Emma (emma@careercatchers.org) for more information.
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A Year of Impact: Jobs Secured & Growth Achieved (December 2024 – December 2025) |
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Job Opportunities and Hiring Events |
Please note, job links may expire when a position is filled. |
A to Z Fun Care Early Learning Child Care Center is hiring
A to Z Fun Care Early Learning Center is expanding in 2026. Hiring for Day for Director, Infant/Toddler Teacher, PreSchool Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher Aide. Click here to apply! |
The Bernie Scholarship Progam is hiring
Program Administrator – Part-time, one-year appointment with potential for renewal Requirements: - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Word)
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Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Forms, Sheets, Slides)
Send Resume and cover email to: berniescholarships@gmail.com. |
Catholic Charities is hiring
To find more open positions, please click Careers – Catholic Charities DC. Contact your Career Coach or apply online and mention CareerCatchers, as your referral, for consideration. |
City of Laurel is hiring
Click here for more job openings. |
City of Gaithersburg is hiring
Click here for more job openings.
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City of Rockville is hiring
Click here for more job openings. |
Flagger Force is Hiring Crew Members
Flagger Force is actively hiring Crew Members in Maryland who will be responsible for guiding traffic safely through work zones using appropriate equipment and communication. To apply you must have a valid driver’s license, a smartphone, and a reliable vehicle. Click here to apply!. |
Home Care Partners is hiring Home Health Aides (Licensed CNAs)
Please tell them CareerCatchers sent you!
Immediate need for a home health aide in the Gaithersburg/Germantown area, offering flexible scheduling and requiring the ability to drive. The position is part-time (20-30 hours per week) with potential for full-time if willing to drive to other areas of Montgomery County and involves visiting 2-3 clients per day with travel reimbursement and paid travel time between clients. For more information, please contact your Career Coach. More details here.
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Holy Cross Health is hiring
Please tell them CareerCatchers sent you!
For more job opportunities, click here. Contact your Career Coach if interested in applying. |
Hope Grows Child Development Center is hiring Please tell them CareerCatchers sent you!
Open Positions include Directors, Assistant Directors, Teachers (All Classrooms), Assistant Teachers, Drivers, and Cooks. Employee Benefits include Health Insurance, 401K Retirement Plan, Aflac Supplemental Insurance, and more! View flyer here. For more information, visit Hope Grows Kids online: www.hopegrowskids.com |
Labcorp is hiring
For more Labcorp openings, click here.
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Maryland Department of Human Services is hiring
For more State of Maryland Job Openings, click here.
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Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless is hiring
Click here for other open positions at Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless. |
Montgomery County Public Schools is hiring -
Coach, Varsity Girls Lacrosse, Clarksburg H
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FY26: Media Assistant, 4hrs/10mos, Carl Sandburg Learning Center
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Immediate: Teacher, English, Walt Whitman HS, 1.0 FTE
- Security Assistant, Clarksburg HS, 8 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes 1/15/26
Click here for more job listings at Montgomery County Public Schools.
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UPS is hiring
Click here for more job listings at UPS Jobs |
SAMU First Response is seeking a Case Manager – Youth Drop-In Centers for their DC location. The position is open to all qualified applicants. Reference CareerCatchers on your cover letter! |
Stepping Stones Shelter is seeking a Part-Time Resident Assistant. The position is open to all qualified applicants. (Please note: past residents are not eligible to apply.) When applying, please mention that CareerCatchers referred you. |
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Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day is hiring
Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day has several new opportunities available in Bethesda and Chevy Chase. If you are looking for roles in early childhood education, after-school programming, or nonprofit operations, check out the positions below. All roles and full job descriptions can be found here.
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The JCA Montgomery County, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo Are you 50 or older and actively searching for your next opportunity? Then you don’t want to miss this event: Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Online
Click here to register
Meet & Greets for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: WorkSource Montgomery Wheaton
11510 Georgia Ave., First Floor Wheaton, MD 20902 |
Property Management Open House Career Fair Now hiring for property management roles across Maryland and Virginia, including Property Managers, Assistant Property Managers, Leasing Professionals, and Maintenance Technicians.
Date: Wednesday, January 21
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 4909 Auburn Apartments 4909 Auburn Ave Bethesda, MD
Click here for more information |
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Darden Restaurants
Bartender – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Bartender – GERMANTOWN, MD
Bartender – Gaithersburg, MD
Bartender – NORTH BETHESDA, MD
Bartender – WASHINGTON, DC
Busser/Barback – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Cold Station Cook – CHEVY CHASE, MD
Cold Station Cook – WASHINGTON, DC
Dishwasher/Utility – WASHINGTON, DC
Dishwasher – CHEVY CHASE, MD
Dishwasher – GERMANTOWN, MD
Dishwasher – Gaithersburg, MD
Dishwasher – NORTH BETHESDA, MD
Dishwasher – WASHINGTON, DC
Dishwasher – Washington, DC
Food Runner – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Food Runner – Gaithersburg, MD
Food Runner – Washington, DC
Grill/Broiler Cook – Gaithersburg, MD
Grill/Broiler Cook – Washington, DC
Host – CHEVY CHASE, MD
Host – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Host – GERMANTOWN, MD
Host – Gaithersburg, MD
Host – WASHINGTON, DC
Host/Hostess – NORTH BETHESDA, MD
Line Cook – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Line Cook – GERMANTOWN, MD
Line Cook – NORTH BETHESDA, MD
Prep Cook – Gaithersburg, MD
Prep Cook – NORTH BETHESDA, MD Prep Cook – Washington, DC
Restaurant Manager – Gaithersburg, MD
Saute/Broiler Cook – CHEVY CHASE, MD
Server Assistant – Washington, DC
To Go Specialist – GAITHERSBURG, MD
To Go Specialist – GERMANTOWN, MD Dollar Tree Assistant Manager I – Silver Spring, MD
Assistant Manager II – Gaithersburg, MD
Assistant Manager II – WASHINGTON, DC
Assistant Manager II – WASHINGTON, DC
Customer Service Associate I – BOWIE, MD
Customer Service Associate I – BOWIE, MD
Customer Service Associate I – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Customer Service Associate I – GERMANTOWN, MD
Customer Service Associate I – Silver Spring, MD
Customer Service Associate I – WASHINGTON, DC
Customer Service Associate II – GAITHERSBURG, MD
Customer Service Associate II – GERMANTOWN, MD
Store Manager Trainee – Gaithersburg, MD
Robert Half International, Inc. Accountant – Rockville, MD Accounting Associate (Remote Position) – Washington Dc, DC
Administrative Assistant – Gaithersburg, MD
Administrative Coordinator – Silver Spring, MD
Bookkeeper – Laurel, MD
Customer Support Specialist – Silver Spring, MD
Data Automation Engineer (Remote Position) – Washington, DC
HR Generalist – Silver Spring, MD
HR Specialist – Rockville, MD
Information Security Specialist – Washington, DC
Office Manager – Rockville, MD
Office Manager – Silver Spring, MD Ross Retail Associate – Capitol Heights, MD
Store Protection Specialist – Capitol Heights, MD |
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BE CAREFUL: With the increased use of the internet for job applications and online training, scammers are reaching out and offering seemingly legitimate opportunities. Scammers advertise jobs like employers to steal money and personal information. Would you know if a job posting was legitimate or a scam? Regardless of which side you’re on, check out examples of different job scams to help make you aware and familiar.
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Cyber Security Tips How to protect your information online: -
Use a VPN, especially while connected to public WiFi. Don’t click on any suspicious links!
- Use two-factor authorization. Sign out of your accounts while not using them.
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Never share your passwords. Change your passwords frequently. Create long passwords with numbers and symbols.
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Training and Scholarship Opportunities
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Free College Application Assistance
The purpose of EOC is to provide assistance to individuals that have a desire to enter or re-enter college or a vocational program. For more information, click here. Official GED® Practice Test (Free)
Available to eligible Montgomery County residents Join Montgomery College TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC). Attendance required to receive an Official GED® Practice Test voucher.
Click here to learn more.
GED TEST PREP INFORMATION SESSION
Ready to take the next step toward earning your GED? Attend an information session to learn about the GED Test Prep program and how to enroll. Session dates and times: January 21 | 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. January 29 | 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: Zoom
For additional questions, contact GED@montgomerycollege.edu or call 240-567-8950 PAYING FOR COLLEGE SERIES
Need help covering the cost of college? Join us for an interactive session focused on scholarship opportunities and tips for submitting strong applications. Date and time: January 21, 2026 | 6 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom
Learn how to pay for college! EARLY COLLEGE LEARNING
Do you have a 10th grader ready to start college early? Montgomery College’s Early College program lets MCPS students take college courses, earn credits, and save on tuition while still in high school.
Apply by January 30, 2026. Click here for more information |
Accelerate Your Career with TechMAP
Montgomery College is proud to announce the Technology Metro Area Pathways (TechMAP) grant program. Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, TechMAP aims to support current and aspiring IT professionals in the DMV-area to obtain high-quality IT roles. For more information, click here.
IT Career Pathways Workshop Series (Free, Hybrid)
The ignITe Hub offers a monthly, hybrid workshop on IT Career Pathways to demystify the 6 most common IT careers, required certifications, recommended coursework and resources at Montgomery College to get started in a program of study.
ignITe Hub ofrece un taller híbrido mensual sobre trayectorias profesionales para desmitificar las seis carreras más comunes en el campo de tecnología, las certificaciones requeridas, los cursos recomendados y los recursos en Montgomery College para comenzar un programa de estudio. |
Winter-Spring 2026 Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS)
Services designed to help students with disabilities identify their career interests and enhance
their awareness of the world of work. For more information, click here. |
Scholarships and Interest-free Loans
Central Scholarship is offering scholarships and or interest-free loan for students in undergraduate, graduate, or professional degrees. Click here to learn more. |
Trainings offered by The Training Source
TheTrainingSource, Inc is offering an 8-week Office and Professional Services Training Program and a 2-Week Customer Service Certification Program. It is free to those who qualify. Click here to sign up. |
Community Health Worker (CHW) Supervisor Training
This comprehensive virtual training program consists of four two-hour modules designed for individuals supervising community health workers (CHWs) or managing CHW Supervisors. Participants will explore effective strategies to support their CHWs in their roles. Click here to sign up.
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Paid IT Apprenticeship Program SmoothStack offers a PAID apprenticeship program for various IT positions. If you are looking to gain entry-level experience in the IT field, view their current openings here. |
Accredited Skill Courses (Free)
Are you looking to gain new skills for your career path? Skill Up offers thousands of certificate courses ranging in topics from IT to business development. Click here to register today to start learning.
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Community Re-entry Program (Free and Open to the Public)
WorkSource Montgomery, in partnership with the Montgomery County Correctional Center, is helping individuals overcome employment barriers related to the impact of the criminal justice system. Click here to register today to start learning.
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The CNA Academy at Adventist HealthCare
The CNA Academy at Adventist HealthCare is an innovative employment opportunity designed to support those seeking to start a career in patient care services as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This provides classroom and clinical training in a hospital setting to prepare employees to pass the CNA certification exam. The Academy is perfect for anyone eager to start a new career where they can make a difference in the lives of others in a work environment that supports professional growth. No previous experience is necessary. For more information, click here.
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Community Health Workers Apprenticeship Program
Access to Wholistic and Productive Living Inc., (AWPLI) is a health and social justice 501(C)3 non-profit organization headquartered in Prince George’s County Maryland since 2007. provides a variety of community health services nationwide. Access to Wholistic and Productive Living Inc., in partnership with Net. America Inc., and the Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) Workforce Development Department collaborated to develop and implement Access Community Health Workers Apprenticeship Program (ACHWA), the first and only CHWs apprenticeship training in the state of Maryland. For more information about the program, click here.
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Trades Trading (Free)
Path to Pro is providing FREE basic trades training and connects those interested in the trades to jobs with Home Depot professionals. If you are interested in more information, click here. |
Are you looking for English classes?
MCAEL has put together a list of English classes for speakers of other languages! To find classes, click here. |
English Classes – With Free Childcare Provided! (Low-Cost, In-Person)
Language Outreach offers a unique, family-centered approach to language skills development for Montgomery County residents who are non-English speakers struggling with language and cultural barriers. Language Outreach also offers citizenship classes and assistance with citizenship applications. Classes are provided to non-English speaking adults seeking to learn or improve their English skills. Free childcare with preschool readiness for children under 5 is offered for the children while the parents are in class. Tutoring with homework is provided for all school age children. For more information, click here.
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English Conversation Classes for the Workplace (Free, In-Person) Wheaton Library, 11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902
Join C2C every Friday at Wheaton Library to learn practical workforce tools, from preparing for an interview to communicating with your boss verbally and written. Designed for English language learners of all levels. ESOL Classes (Free)
Improve your English now! C2C’s classes are educational, practical, and fun. Learn important English skills at any level, beginner to advanced. You will meet midday or evening, twice each week, for 8 weeks. Classes are offered online in Zoom. Start today, succeed tomorrow! To apply, click here.
GED Classes (Free)
In C2C’s program, you will develop the essential knowledge, critical thinking skills, and strategies to succeed on the GED exam or prepare for college. Open doors to higher education, secure better career opportunities, and increase your earning potential by enrolling today! Classes are offered online in Zoom and run for 8 weeks. To apply, click here.
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Auto Technician Course (Free) Are you interested in working on cars? Would you like free training to become an automotive tech? Wanada is offering job placement and training classes! For more information, click here. |
IT Training Available (Free if Eligible)
Are you looking to begin your career in IT? ASM has scholarships available to those looking to get started. For more information, click here.
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Maryland Apprenticeship Locator
Interested in other state approved apprenticeships? Check out this apprenticeship locator here.
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Events Calendar
Click here for WorkSource Montgomery’s Workshop and Hiring Event calendar. Asset Map WorkSource Montgomery launched a community asset map resource for MoCo residents, businesses and partners.
Click here for more information. Skillup
Click here to register for over 5000 FREE workplace, business, and IT courses. Explore Career Pathways in over 200 occupations. Note: A license grants you access to e-learning for 180 days. |
Professional Clothing Pop-Up with A Wider Circle
Looking to refresh your professional wardrobe? Join us for a Professional Clothing Pop-Up event in partnership with A Wider Circle!
Tuesday, January 20
10:00am – 2:00pm Rockville Memorial Library
Click here to register |
The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commence Health and Wellness Fair
Healing Together. Growing Forward. is a health and wellness fair for Montgomery County residents. This free event offers connection, care, and resources to support you in the new year.
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Time: 11:00am – 3:00 pm
Location: Casey Community Center
810 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Click here for more info and to register |
Maryland Legal Aid Free Expungement Clinic
Do you or someone you know have a criminal record and need help with expunging it? Get free legal guidance from experienced professionals. Click here for more information. |
Need a Lawyer?
Get Legal Information offered by the Montgomery County Circuit Court here. |
The Montgomery County Maryland Bar Foundation Pro Bono Program Legal Clinic is based on a free walk-in/no appointment model. Clients request brief and limited guidance about a specific legal issue and attorneys provide information and basic legal advice without any expectation of long-term representation. Due to the impact of COVID-19, the in-person evening legal clinics continue to be postponed indefinitely. For further information on how to apply and eligibility for a FREE one-on-one telephone consultation please see this flyer.
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Special Immigration Juvenile Status (SIJ) information is available in English and Spanish.
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For Catholic Charities Legal Network services, click here.. |
The HIAS Asylee Outreach Project offers free help connecting Maryland asylees (and T visa holders) with the resettlement resources and benefits available to them in the state of Maryland.
Click here for more information. |
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Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need. https://www.crisistextline.org/about-us/
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How Are You Feeling These Days?
No matter who you are, some days can be rough. You can’t always express how you feel or even know how you feel. For the days you need a little help, CDC’s How Right Now tool provides resources appropriate for that moment. Answer a few questions, start the conversation within the tool, and get resources that can help today.
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CareerCatchers
8720 Georgia Ave, Suite 205
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(240) 801-5811 |
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