Featured Industries: Grow Your Career in Frederick County

Frederick County is home to a dynamic and evolving economy—and Frederick County Workforce Services is here to help you connect with it. Whether you're a student, job seeker, or career changer, this page is your launchpad to explore career pathways in high-growth, high-demand sectors that are hiring now.

These industries offer strong career pathways, competitive wages, and long-term employment opportunities. Whether you're getting ready to graduate, exploring a new career, or actively seeking a job in our community, this page is your gateway to understanding where the opportunities are and how to prepare for them.

Key Sectors Driving Local Opportunity

Below, you’ll find a snapshot of the industries shaping Frederick County’s economy today. These sectors aren’t just growing—they’re hiring, innovating, and offering real opportunities for people at every stage of their career journey. Whether you're curious about what’s out there or ready to take the next step, this is where your exploration begins.

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Administrative and Business Management Services

This sector provides essential business functions like human resources, office admin, facilities support, workforce management, document processing, and waste management. It helps organizations streamline and operate efficiently, employing 6,087 people at 455 businesses in Frederick County. Explore Careers in This Sector:

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BioHealth

Part of Frederick’s professional sector, BioHealth includes life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality control specialists, and biotech research. With opportunities from lab techs to senior scientists, this high-growth industry employs 5,770 people at 130 businesses in Frederick County. Discover Opportunities:

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Construction and Skilled Trades

Driven by advancements in technology, sustainability, and automation, this growing industry has a strong demand for skilled workers. With expanding commercial and residential projects, it offers multiple entry points, clear career pathways, and competitive wages. It employs 11,339 people at 928 businesses in Frederick County. See What’s Possible:

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Healthcare and Social Assistance

One of Frederick County’s largest sectors, this industry includes hospitals, nursing homes, physician offices, childcare centers, and social services supporting mental health and elder care. It plays a vital role in community well-being, employing 13,928 people at 823 businesses in Frederick County. Uncover Career Paths:

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Manufacturing

Frederick County’s manufacturing sector is thriving, with businesses turning raw materials into finished goods using advanced technology and skilled labor. Careers span all skill levels and value traits like adaptability, problem-solving, and precision. It employs 5,928 people at 236 businesses in the county. Start Exploring:

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Professional, Technical, and Scientific

This knowledge-driven sector spans legal, accounting, IT, architecture, engineering, and scientific research services. It supports innovation and business growth through specialized expertise, employing 13,375 people at 1,346 businesses across Frederick County. Step Into the Field:

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Transportation and Logistics

This sector supports the flow of goods and people through material handling and storage, freight moving and delivery, air, rail, truck, transit and passenger transportation. It offers career opportunities with growth potential, employing 2,296 people at 165 businesses in Frederick County. View Industry Insights: