Maryland Service Year Program Career Opportunities

Start Your Career. Build Your Skills. Make an Impact.

Not sure exactly what you want to do yet? That's okay.

Meritus Health is proud to participate in the Maryland Corps/Service Year Option (SYO), a unique opportunity for young Marylanders to gain meaningful, paid work experience while developing the skills needed to build their future careers.

We are seeking motivated individuals who are ready to learn, grow, and make a difference. You don't need to have your career figured out, and you don't need years of experience. We're looking for potential, reliability, professionalism, communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

Qualified applicants will be considered for available Service Year opportunities throughout Meritus Health based on their interests, strengths, and current organizational needs.

What Could Your Service Year Look Like?

Opportunities may be available in a variety of career areas, including:

• Patient and customer support


• Clinical and healthcare support


• Pharmacy and laboratory services


• Business and administrative support


• Operations and logistics


• Information technology


• Facilities and skilled trades


• Safety and security


• Community health and outreach

Specific placements will depend on current availability and organizational needs.

What We're Looking For

Experience isn't the most important thing to us. We're looking for individuals who demonstrate:

Communication – You can communicate respectfully and effectively with others.

Professionalism – You're ready to learn what it means to work in a professional environment.

Coachability – You're open to feedback and willing to learn.

Reliability & Maturity – You understand the importance of showing up, following through, and being part of a team.

Interest & Engagement – You're curious, motivated, and ready to make the most of this opportunity.

Program Details

• Temporary, approximately 9-month program


• Full-time: 32–40 hours per week


• $15.00 per hour


• In-person positions in Hagerstown, Maryland


• Paid as a W-2 Meritus Health employee


• Hands-on work experience


• Professional development and mentorship


• Opportunity to explore healthcare and other career pathways


• $6,000 completion award upon successful completion of Maryland Service Year Program requirements

Please note: This posting represents general interest in the Maryland Service Year Program at Meritus Health and is not tied to one specific department or position. Placement is based on available opportunities, candidate interests, program eligibility, and organizational needs. Applying does not guarantee placement in the program.

Are You Eligible?

To be considered for the Maryland Service Year Program, applicants must:

• Be a Maryland resident


• Meet the Maryland Service Year Program's age eligibility requirements


• Have a high school diploma or GED


• Be able to commit to a full-time schedule of 32–40 hours per week


• Be able to participate for the duration of the temporary Service Year assignment


• Successfully complete Meritus Health's required pre-employment screening process

Why Choose a Service Year at Meritus?

A Service Year is more than a temporary job. It's an opportunity to discover what you're good at, build professional skills, gain real-world experience, make connections, and explore careers you may not have considered before.

Whether you already know where you want your career to go or you're still figuring it out, we want to meet you.

Ready to Get Started?

Apply today to be considered for current and upcoming Maryland Service Year opportunities at Meritus Health.

Your first career doesn't have to be your forever career. It just needs to be a place to start.

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.