Maryland Puts Six Students to Work on State Infrastructure Projects
A pilot program pairs technical high schoolers with state mentors for paid internships in construction and engineering.
By Larissa Shah ·
Six high school students in Maryland will receive paid work experience in the skilled trades starting this week. The new initiative provides direct access to state infrastructure projects for students at Carver Vocational-Technical High School in Baltimore and the Carroll County Career and Technology Center.
The pilot program began with three students from each school. These interns will work alongside mentors from the Maryland Department of General Services. Their roles cover construction management, engineering, design, HVAC maintenance, and capital planning. The work will take place at sites in Carroll County and the Baltimore region.
Beyond on-site labor, the program includes resume support and networking opportunities. State officials described the goal as creating a career pathway for students interested in the trades while building a workforce for Maryland's infrastructure needs.
The state plans to review feedback from both students and mentors during the pilot phase. Officials intend to use these insights to adjust the program before expanding it in coming years. This launch marks the first step in a statewide effort to connect technical education with state employment.
The program is currently limited to the six initial participants. No further expansion has been scheduled yet, but the state has committed to evaluating the pilot before making broader changes.
