Temporary Work Experience
Job Seekers
A Temporary Work Experience (TWE) is a temporary, hands-on job opportunity designed to help people who’ve had difficulty finding or keeping a job. It provides real-world work experience in public, private, or nonprofit settings to help you build your work history, show your abilities, and gain marketable skills.
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? The TWE program is your chance to:
Build Your Resume: Gain real-world, industry-specific experience.
Expand Your Skills: Develop abilities that align with your career goals.
Professional Networking: Connect with local employers and gain insights industry opportunities.
Job Seeker Eligibility
To qualify for the TWE program, you must:
Be a Frederick County resident.
Be 18 years or older.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Meet at least one of the following criteria:
o Unemployed for 13 weeks or longer, or unemployed for at least 26 weeks in the past year.
o Held three or more jobs in the past year.
o Currently working in part-time or short-term positions outside your career pathway.
If you meet these criteria, the TWE program can provide the tools and experience you need to move forward in your career.
Current Available Position(s)
Program Coordinator
Golden Mile Alliance (GMA), 1306 W. Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21703
Temporary and Part-Time: Approximately 15 hours per week
Wages: $20/hour
We encourage residents of the Golden Mile area to apply.
Spanish bilingual candidates preferred
Eligibility requirements apply
Application closes on September 18, 2026
Role and Responsibilities
The Program Coordinator is responsible for managing and maintaining one or more of the GMA’s economic development, workforce development, or community support programs. This includes but is not limited to community outreach, program enrollment, coordination with other organizations and/or vendors, and tracking and reporting program metrics.
Program Coordination Duties
Interaction with and outreach to Alliance members, business and community.
Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner
Work with marketing team to optimize promotion of GMA programs
Enroll applicants in programs, ensure delivery of relevant program materials
Follow up with program participants and instructors/administrators regarding issues/concerns
Other Duties
Provide as-needed administrative support for GMA staff, including but not limited to support with event planning and coordination, data entry, document creation, generation of marketing materials and social media content.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
High school diploma
Excellent communication skills including oral and written English communication skills; proficiency in Spanish preferred
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
Experience using office technology, equipment, and cameras
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications required
Comfort working in a diverse workplace with stakeholders from a range of cultural and educational backgrounds
Preferred Skills
Experience with project management software, spreadsheet or database software, and Canva or other design software
Experience working with nonprofit organizations
Ability to work well alone as well as part of a team
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Check back often for new job opportunities.
*Program availability and funding are subject to grant resources. Participation opportunities may vary based on current funding