By nurturing local talent, we help drive the growth and success of our communities, ensuring that our workforce remains skilled and competitive.

In partnership with the Lower Shore Workforce Alliance and the State of Maryland’s investment in workforce development, along with academic institutions such as Parkside High School, Sussex Technical High School, Worcester County Technical High School, and Salisbury University, Maryland Broadband Cooperative has hosted workforce development programs in areas including GIS, fiber optic splicing, network technician training, public relations, and community impact.

Example Program (Funding Now Expired):

Our On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program was a cornerstone of our commitment to community development and workforce enhancement. This comprehensive, paid training initiative spanned 330 hours over 11 weeks and was designed for individuals with minimal to no prior experience. Participants gained hands-on skills in key areas such as fiber splicing, networking, project management, and utility locating. By offering these opportunities, we played a vital role in equipping local talent with the expertise needed to contribute to our growing industry and community.