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APPLY NOW for 2025 SUMMER CAMPS!
Through partnerships with area industry leaders, and Gateway Community & Technical College, we’re happy to offer rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors 9 different career camp opportunities in June: automotive technology, biological sciences, computerized manufacturing & machining, energy careers & leadership for women, entrepreneurship, healthcare, manufacturing & engineering technology, skilled trades, and welding. Due to the generous support of our sponsors, there is no cost for participation, and lunch is included.
More information and application links below!
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY CAREER CAMP
June 9-11- Apply by 4/30!
20 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
Students will learn about shop safety, shop tools, lube oil & filter change, fluid checks, tire rotation, brake inspections, tire alignment, warning lights, and basic diagnostics. Students will also learn about careers in the automotive field, meet with automotive professionals to discuss job duties and education requirements, learn and apply new skills in open labs, and make new friends.
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BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES CAREER CAMP
June 2-4– Apply by 4/30!
20 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
Over the course of the three-day camp, students will participate in hands-on activities focused on DNA extraction and PCR. These genetic engineering techniques are frequently applied in the biological sciences, including the development of genetically modified foods (GMOs). Participants will also engage in microscopy and organ dissection to deepen their understanding of biological research. Additionally, students will gain practical experience using research tools. The program will also provide insight into GCTC’s biology programs and various career opportunities within the field.
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COMPUTERIZED MANUFACTURING & MACHINING CAREER CAMP
June 2-4- Apply by 4/30!
15 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
Students will delve into careers in computerized manufacturing and machining, discovering the programs offered by GCTC for these career paths. By engaging in hands-on activities, students will grasp the role of a machinist, distinguish between traditional and additive manufacturing, and create and make a gadget.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP CAREER CAMP
June 2-4– Apply by 4/30!
20 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
Join our exciting Entrepreneurship Camp where you’ll dive into idea generation by exploring current problems and 2025 trends. Tackle a design challenge to bring your innovative solutions to life. Gain valuable insights through customer feedback and interviews and learn the essentials of business planning. Master the art of competition and marketing to stand out in the market and discover strategies for scaling your business to new heights. This camp is your gateway to becoming a future entrepreneur!
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HEALTHCARE CAREERS CAMP
June 2-5 or 9-12– Apply by 4/11!
Gateway Community & Technical College
Students will learn about careers in the healthcare field, meet with healthcare professionals to discuss job duties and education requirements, learn and apply new skills in simulation labs, earn Basic Life Support Certification, and make new friends at the Health Careers Summer Camps!
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LEADERSHIP & ENERGY CAREERS CAMP FOR YOUNG WOMEN
June 20– Apply by 5/21!
20 Spots Available
Duke Energy
This one-day camp was developed to empower young women interested in careers in leadership, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Join us for a day of discovery through hands-on activities and panel discussions led by successful women leaders at Duke Energy. Career opportunities to be explored include (but are not limited to) Electric Distribution Designer, Electric Field Worker, Electric GIS Technologist, Engineer (electric/gas), Gas Marketing Specialist, Gas Field Worker, Gas Mapping Technician.
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MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CAREER CAMP
June 2-4– Apply by 4/30!
12 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
Students will learn about manufacturing & engineering technology careers. They will experience hands-on activities with state-of-the-art manufacturing & engineering technologies. Students explore the ways that different design systems impact the overall success of their design. Students will be able to look at a 2-dimensional drawing of a truss bridge and construct a 3-dimensional one. Students will explore documentation of the various design project alternatives in my engineering notebook. Students will create the best weight-to-strength ratio.
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SKILLED TRADES CAREER CAMP
June 23-25-Apply by 5/21!
Enzweiler Building Institute
The skilled trades camps are open to students entering grades 10-12 who want to learn basic building skills and explore high-demand careers in carpentry, electric, HVAC, plumbing, welding, and more!
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WELDING CAREER CAMP
June 2-4– Apply by 4/30!
12 Spots Available
Gateway Community & Technical College
In this 3-day camp, students will learn about the current field of welding and the educational pathways available. Students will be introduced to welding concepts and skills through virtual welding, learn how to apply virtual welding concepts and practices, and test virtual welding skill theory in a real-life welding lab. Students will also learn about careers in welding, discuss job duties and education requirements, and make new friends.
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