Due to the ongoing public health crisis, all American Job Centers and H.I.R.E. locations in Montgomery County are closed until further notice. All of our events and workshops are being offered virtually. Visit our calendar for a full schedule and more information.

Worksource Montgomery | About | What’s New?

Stay up-to-date with WorkSource Montgomery’s latest news and information here. Our blog, “The Source,” features the latest news from WSM, success stories, information about programs, initiatives, events, industry happenings, job-seeking tips, and much more! 

WSM Launches Search for Out-of-School Youth Services Provider

WSM Launches Search for Out-of-School Youth Services Provider

April 1, 2021

WorkSource Montgomery, Inc. (WSM) officially released a request for proposals for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Out-of-School Youth...

Know More
March Into Employment

March Into Employment

February 26, 2021

The month of March provides hope in the form of fresh blooms, warmer air, and new jobs. Yes, you read...

Know More
Anthony Featherstone joins WSM as new Executive Director

Anthony Featherstone joins WSM as new Executive Director

January 13, 2021

WorkSource Montgomery, Inc. (WSM) is proud to announce that Anthony Featherstone has joined our organization as the new Executive Director....

Know More
Our Statement on Racial Equity and Social Justice

Our Statement on Racial Equity and Social Justice

June 15, 2020

Protests and demonstrations throughout the United States and the world are calling attention to systemic racism leading to the unequal...

Know More
Current Job Opportunities

Current Job Opportunities

March 20, 2020

We understand that our community, the country, and the world are experiencing exceptionally difficult and uncertain times--especially as it relates...

Know More
COVID-19 Update: All American Job Centers Closed

COVID-19 Update: All American Job Centers Closed

March 13, 2020

Due to the ongoing public health crisis, all American Job Centers and H.I.R.E. locations in Montgomery County are closed until...

Know More
March Into Employment

March Into Employment

February 28, 2020

Every weekday in March we're offering at least one new event, in addition to our usual services and workshops. With...

Know More
2019: Reflecting on Our Biggest Year Yet

2019: Reflecting on Our Biggest Year Yet

January 8, 2020

From summer grant youth programs to a Job Center move to the first-ever Convening, WSM had a lot going on...

Know More
WSM Re-Opens Wheaton American Job Center at New Location

WSM Re-Opens Wheaton American Job Center at New Location

November 1, 2019

Earlier this week, we officially moved the Wheaton American Job Center (AJC) to its new location at 11510 Georgia Avenue....

Know More
Wheaton American Job Center Moving to New Location

Wheaton American Job Center Moving to New Location

October 8, 2019

The long-awaited move for our Wheaton American Job Center (AJC) is less than a month away! For years, the AJC...

Know More
WSM Expands H.I.R.E. Program

WSM Expands H.I.R.E. Program

September 20, 2019

To better serve job seekers in Eastern Montgomery County, in 2018 we introduced a pop-up location in the East County...

Know More
WorkSource Montgomery CEO Departing for New Opportunity

WorkSource Montgomery CEO Departing for New Opportunity

August 29, 2019

WorkSource Montgomery, Inc. (WSM) President and CEO Ellie Giles announced on Tuesday that she would be resigning to launch a...

Know More
Introducing 60+ Tech Workshops

Introducing 60+ Tech Workshops

April 23, 2019

In partnership with Senior Planet Montgomery, we are proud to offer various workshops to help bridge the technology gap for...

Know More
WSM Partners on Customized Training for Hospitality, Travel, Tourism Industries

WSM Partners on Customized Training for Hospitality, Travel, Tourism Industries

January 25, 2019

By Cynthia Grissom “Under customized job training programs, businesses are treated as clients, with training designed to meet the specifications...

Know More
Important Info from Maryland’s Unemployment Division for Federal Employees Impacted by Government Shutdown…

Important Info from Maryland’s Unemployment Division for Federal Employees Impacted by Government Shutdown…

January 11, 2019

Maryland Division of Unemployment Insurance Extends Call Center Hours to Continue Assisting Federal Employees Affected by the Partial Government Shutdown...

Know More
Interview Skills Brush-up, 1-on-1 Coaching Pays Off for Job Seeker

Interview Skills Brush-up, 1-on-1 Coaching Pays Off for Job Seeker

January 2, 2019

At WorkSource Montgomery, we are committed to helping our job seekers find sustainable employment. Nothing gives our team more satisfaction...

Know More
WorkSource Montgomery: Convening and Creating Opportunities for All

WorkSource Montgomery: Convening and Creating Opportunities for All

December 31, 2018

The start of a New Year always brings with it new opportunities, new challenges and, to some extent, a fresh...

Know More
WSM Seeks Partner to Launch Summer Youth Program

WSM Seeks Partner to Launch Summer Youth Program

December 28, 2018

It’s the middle of winter, but summer will be here before we know it. WorkSource Montgomery is working now to...

Know More
Search for New One-Stop Operator Underway

Search for New One-Stop Operator Underway

December 28, 2018

As the New Year begins, WorkSource Montgomery is nearing the deadline in its search for a high-performing contractor with the...

Know More
10 Tips for a Successful Job Recruitment Event

10 Tips for a Successful Job Recruitment Event

December 28, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery is proud to partner with employers throughout the region on a regular basis and to co-host job recruitment...

Know More
WorkSource Montgomery Launches Search for One-Stop Operator to Coordinate Service-Delivery, Under Federal Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Search for One-Stop Operator to Coordinate Service-Delivery, Under Federal Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)

December 6, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery (WSM) is soliciting proposals for a high-performing and qualified contractor with the expertise to provide One-Stop Operator (OSO)...

Know More
Overcoming a Common Interview Roadblock

Overcoming a Common Interview Roadblock

November 8, 2018

By Ohneice Miller, WSM Career Specialist We’ve all faced the dreaded question: “So, tell me about yourself.” Confusion and anxiety can...

Know More
From the Suite Source: WSM C.A.R.E.S.

From the Suite Source: WSM C.A.R.E.S.

October 24, 2018

I am very excited about this issue of our newsletter. It demonstrates the great programming and strong efforts of our...

Know More
A Positive Forecast for Local Business Engagement

A Positive Forecast for Local Business Engagement

October 22, 2018

Our business team is working daily to become a strategic asset to Montgomery County businesses. We are in constant contact...

Know More
2018 East County Job Fair

2018 East County Job Fair

October 22, 2018

Last week’s East County Job Fair was a reflection of the hard work of county leaders and organizations that came...

Know More
Embracing our Wins: A Look at Accomplished Career Seekers

Embracing our Wins: A Look at Accomplished Career Seekers

October 22, 2018

At WorkSource Montgomery we are committed to helping our job seekers find sustainable employment. Our goal is to shine a...

Know More
WSM Featured on Success Files

WSM Featured on Success Files

October 22, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery is pleased to announce our exciting role in the newest airings of Success Files, an educational television segment highlighting...

Know More
How to Master the Career Fair – 8 Tips

How to Master the Career Fair – 8 Tips

October 17, 2018

By Ohneice Miller, WSM Career Specialist Career fairs provide the unique opportunity of meeting many employers directly. This is also a platform...

Know More
WorkSource Montgomery Offers Assistance to Keep Discovery’s Talent Close to Home

WorkSource Montgomery Offers Assistance to Keep Discovery’s Talent Close to Home

October 10, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Rockville, Md. – In an effort to aid employees seeking new positions during Discovery Inc.’s transition...

Know More
Connections are Key in Your Job Search

Connections are Key in Your Job Search

September 20, 2018

By Ohniece Miller, WSM Career Specialist The ability to network is quickly becoming one of the most important skills in...

Know More
The Second Successful Year of Summer RISE

The Second Successful Year of Summer RISE

August 20, 2018

When Kristin Trible, WSM’s director of community engagement, started in January, she began the great task of coordinating the 2018...

Know More
Sustainable Employment Takes a Systemic Approach

Sustainable Employment Takes a Systemic Approach

August 2, 2018

A successful workforce development system requires a strong systemic approach that cohesively brings together industry, education, social services, talent development,...

Know More
Where to Find Us: A Guide to WorkSource Montgomery’s Job Centers

Where to Find Us: A Guide to WorkSource Montgomery’s Job Centers

July 17, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery (WSM) is proud to make connections between career seekers and local businesses through our locations around the county....

Know More
Second Annual Summer RISE Career Exposure for MCPS High School Students

Second Annual Summer RISE Career Exposure for MCPS High School Students

July 10, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rockville, Md. July 10, 2018 — WorkSource Montgomery, Inc. (WSM) presents the second year of Summer RISE...

Know More
image

WSM Offers Assistance to Discovery’s Talent

May 24, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WorkSource Montgomery Offers Assistance to Keep Discovery's Talent Close to Home Rockville, Md. – In an effort...

Know More
image

Summer RISE Nears Year Two Launch

May 15, 2018

As we enter the final planning stages for Summer RISE 2018, we are in awe of the deep commitment our...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source: Capturing our Mission on the Ground

May 15, 2018

Community impact is our goal. We strive to make a difference for our employers, businesses, career seekers, community-based organizations, education...

Know More
image

East County Workforce Initiative Going Strong

May 9, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery is proud to focus on the workforce development needs of the East County Region of Montgomery County. With...

Know More
image

Renewed Customer Service Focus at Job Centers

May 5, 2018

At WorkSource Montgomery we are dedicated to providing both businesses and job seekers the best experience we can offer. This...

Know More
image

WorkSource Montgomery Seeks Aspiring Entrepreneurs for Launch Program

April 25, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2018 Rockville, Md. – April 25, 2018 - WorkSource Montgomery (WSM), the workforce development resource...

Know More
image

Pathways for Aspiring Business Starters

March 21, 2018

Entrepreneurs are vital to our economy, and there has been a spike in new companies created over the last year....

Know More
image

From the Suite Source: WorkSource Montgomery, Beyond WIOA

March 19, 2018

WSM is funded through multiple sources. Our largest funder is the Federal Government through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act...

Know More
image

Sign up to Host Summer RISE by April 13

March 10, 2018

“It is our pleasure to host the Summer RISE program again this year. We had some amazing students last year...

Know More
image

Youth Services Reaches Recruitment Goals

March 2, 2018

Our Young Adult Opportunity Program provides no cost job training and job placement services. We are happy to not only...

Know More
image

WSM Nursing Grant featured on ABC 7 News

February 22, 2018

WorkSource Montgomery's partnership with University of Maryland School of Nursing at the The Universities at Shady Grove and the Healthcare...

Know More
image

WSM launches new technology to link County businesses to highly skilled talent

January 22, 2018

We want to introduce you to our innovative business solution, MARCI- Matching Analytics Resume Cloud Interface. This new capability is...

Know More
image

It’s Time! Sign up to host during 2018 Summer RISE!

January 19, 2018

Summer RISE is your chance to impact the future workforce of Montgomery County for three weeks in July. Be the...

Know More
image

Staff Spotlight: Learn more about the face of business solutions at WSM

January 11, 2018

Ashante Abubakar, director of business solutions at WorkSource Montgomery, comes with a wide range of information technology, workforce development, and...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source: New Year, new goals, and a look back at our accomplishments

January 3, 2018

[video width="1920" height="1080" mp4="/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/1515600462.mp4" autoplay="true" preload="auto"][/video] Take a look at our success of 2017! WorkSource Montgomery’s team and our board...

Know More
image

Summer R.I.S.E. 2018 Host Recruiting is Underway

November 21, 2017

In its first year, Summer R.I.S.E. served 362 students with at least one student from every high school in Montgomery...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source: Discoveries in Asia

November 21, 2017

I am honored to have joined the Montgomery County Sister City & Economic Development Delegation early in November for a...

Know More
image

Young Adult Opportunity Program Spotlight

November 18, 2017

A conversation with Program Director Aldith Campbell Q: What are the goals of our Young Adult Program? A: WSM’s Young...

Know More
image

A Spotlight on our New Job Center Manager, Camille McKenzie and what’s new in our Centers

November 15, 2017

Camille comes to WorkSource Montgomery with over 10 years of experience in workforce development. After graduating from Howard University, she...

Know More
image

WSM Announces New Partnership to Address Need for Nurses

October 11, 2017

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 11 , 2017   WorkSource Montgomery partners with Healthcare Initiative Foundation and University of Maryland...

Know More
image

WSM Announces New Partnership to Address Need for Nurses

September 23, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 11 , 2017   WorkSource Montgomery partners with Healthcare Initiative Foundation and University of Maryland School...

Know More
image

The Tale of Four Offices

September 21, 2017

  WorkSource Montgomery has grown exponentially in its first year, and we are happy to have new staff, a new...

Know More
image

The Success of Summer R.I.S.E.

September 21, 2017

“Connecting Kids to Careers” was the goal for the inaugural year of the Summer R.I.S.E. (Real Interesting Summer Experience) program...

Know More
image

Job Center Remodel

September 16, 2017

We want customers of all backgrounds to feel good about entering our job centers. We would like job seekers to...

Know More
image

Team Spotlight

September 8, 2017

A conversation with one of our new team members, the director of talent development and WIOA, Cynthia Grissom Q: Tell...

Know More
image

Industry Snapshot

September 4, 2017

Here’s a quick preview of what we are working on in our key industries. BioScience – We are working with...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source

April 25, 2017

In mid-April, there were 23,568 total job posts in Montgomery County across 689 occupations. An integral part of our mission...

Know More
image

WSM Receives Grant to Help Address Critical Nursing Shortage

April 21, 2017

WSM recently received a $150,000 EARN (Employment Advancement Right Now) grant from the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation...

Know More
image

WSM Holds Press Briefing to Officially Announce Launch of Summer R.I.S.E.

April 21, 2017

On March 23, WSM held a press briefing at Kaiser Permanente’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Headquarters in Rockville to officially announce Summer...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source

March 27, 2017

“Our team is using industry-led innovative ideas coupled with our strong community-based resources to create talent development solutions addressing the...

Know More
image

Workforce Analytics Dashboard Goes Live

March 22, 2017

We are pleased to announce the launch of Phase I of our new “Workforce Analytics Dashboard,” which unveils real-time talent...

Know More
image

WSM Welcomes Global Foods to the East County

March 11, 2017

[caption id="attachment_780" align="alignleft" width="225"] Ike Leggett, County Executive at March 9 Grand Opening[/caption] As part of our initiative to connect...

Know More
image

Grants Update: DEI and Kellogg Foundation

March 8, 2017

WSM is pleased to report progress on two prestigious grants it received last fall. A U.S. Department of Labor Disability...

Know More
image

WorkSource Montgomery Offices and American Job Centers Closed on Presidents’ Day

February 17, 2017

Please note that the WorksSource Montgomery offices and American Job Centers in Germantown and Wheaton will be closed Monday February 20th...

Know More
image

Coming this Summer: WSM/MCPS Partner to Provide Work-Learn Experiences

January 30, 2017

WSM is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) to launch a three-week summer...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source

January 20, 2017

Our Six-Month Review: How Are We Doing? Earlier this month, we had our first Board of Directors meeting of 2017,...

Know More
image

New Design for Wheaton Focuses on Collaboration

January 14, 2017

To make our Job Centers more friendly to job seekers, our Job Center in Wheaton is getting a new makeover,...

Know More
image

Innovation and Opportunity Network

December 29, 2016

The ION Talks are three short videos produced to inform and support the partners in the workforce system as they...

Know More
image

Commercial Construction Industry Job Fair Thursday Dec 22, 1-5 pm

December 19, 2016

Looking for Experienced Workers in Commercial Construction Industry for DC Metro Area (concrete): Form Carpenters Estimators Welders Foreman Tower Crane...

Know More
image

National Grant to Train Workers for Careers in IT and Cybersecurity

December 3, 2016

WorkSource Montgomery is collaborating with Montgomery College, which will serve as the lead on a $5.6 million America’s Promise grant....

Know More
image

WorkSource Montgomery to Help Better Prepare Workers for Careers in IT and Cybersecurity

November 22, 2016

— County workforce organization partners with Montgomery College as part of $5.6 million America’s Promise Grant — ROCKVILLE, Md. (Nov. 22,...

Know More
image

Business Spotlight: An Interview with Donohoe Construction Company

November 14, 2016

Donohoe Construction Company, the Washington, D.C., region’s oldest full-service real estate company with five divisions and more than 1,300 employees,...

Know More
image

Leggett Seeks Applicants for Workforce Development Board

November 7, 2016

County Executive Isiah Leggett is committed to representation on all of the County’s boards, committees, and commissions that is reflective...

Know More
image

WSM Collaborates with Maryland Tech Connection

November 3, 2016

We have recently partnered with the Maryland Tech Connection (MTC) with the goal of helping more residents secure employment in...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source

October 24, 2016

  “We are on a mission to put workforce development in Montgomery County on the map.” October brings the golden...

Know More
image

Hike on the Hill

October 22, 2016

On a picture-perfect day on Oct. 18, a delegation of seven of us met with representatives on Capitol Hill to...

Know More
image

WSM Receives National Grant to Address Family Poverty

October 14, 2016

We are delighted to announce we recently received a $100,000 grant over the next three years from the W.K. Kellogg...

Know More
image

Maryland Tech Connection Information Sessions

October 12, 2016

Are You Stuck in Your Job Search? Maryland Tech Connection can provide you with the fresh approach you need to...

Know More
image

WorkSource Montgomery Awarded National Grant From Kellogg

October 12, 2016

Media Contact: Karen Addis, 301-836-1516 x2; Karen@vaneperen.com ROCKVILLE, Md. (Oct. 12, 2016) — WorkSource Montgomery, Inc., the workforce development resource for...

Know More
image

Korean Business Leaders Visit Wheaton Job Center

October 9, 2016

“...it was also interesting and extremely educational to learn about how workforce development is done in Korea, some 7,000 miles...

Know More
image

Culinary Job Training program Agency Engagement Meeting

October 6, 2016

Please join us in an afternoon of appreciation for agencies who partner with us in order to promote DC Central...

Know More
image

American Job Centers closed on Columbus Day.

October 5, 2016

Please note that the American Job Centers in Germantown and Wheaton will be closed Monday October 10th in observance of...

Know More
image

From the Suite Source

October 3, 2016

I am thrilled to be a part of the changes and visionary thinking taking place in what I truly believe...

Know More
image

What You Need to Know About Montgomery County’s New “Earned Sick and Safe Leave Law” That Goes into Effect on October 1

September 27, 2016

From the office of Neil Greenberger, Legislative Information Officer Montgomery County’s new Earned Sick and Safe Law goes into effect...

Know More
image

State Grant to Help Expand Employment Opportunities to Those With Disabilities in County

September 27, 2016

WorkSource Montgomery will be able to expand its employment opportunities for residents with disabilities due to the federal funding the...

Know More
image

WIOA Local Plan

August 31, 2016

WorkSource Montgomery, the County’s New, Non-profit Workforce Development Agency, Releases Draft of Local Area Workforce Plan ROCKVILLE, Md. (August 15,...

Know More
image

New CEO Announced for WorkSource Montgomery, Inc.

July 15, 2016

ROCKVILLE, Md. (Feb. 24, 2016) — WorkSource Montgomery, Inc., the workforce development resource for Montgomery County businesses and jobseekers, is...

Know More
View Past Articles
Stay informed on the latest workforce development trends, insights, and our local partnerships in Montgomery County.
For both the individual job seeker and the community organizations that support them, this newsletter provides job search resources and information on job fairs, hiring events, and workshops available in our community.

Contact Us

    American Job Center Locations

    Germantown

    Upcounty Regional Services Center 12900 Middlebrook Road, First Floor
    Germantown, MD 20874, USA
    Phone: 240.406.5485
    Fax: 301.685.5569
    Germantown@worksourcemontgomery.com

    HOURS OF OPERATION

    Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
    Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

    Wheaton

    11510 Georgia Avenue
    Wheaton, MD 20902
    Phone: 301.929.6880
    TTY: 301.962.4083
    Wheaton@worksourcemontgomery.com

    HOURS OF OPERATION

    Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
    Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

    More Locations
    1801 Rockville Pike. Suite 320, Rockville, Maryland 20852
    © 2019 Worksource Montgomery. Another Virtual Window Website
    MENU
    X