Get hands-on experience. Build real skills.
Explore a powerful career path.
Applications are open for the Careers Electric™ Summer Academy!
The Careers Electric™ Summer Academy gives high school students the chance to step into the world of electrical work through hands-on training and real-world experience.
- Learn basic wiring, safety practices, and proper tool usage
- Build valuable workforce and employability skills
- Explore career pathways in the electrical industry
- Connect with local employers and industry professionals
- Develop greater confidence and practical experience
- Discover how to pursue apprenticeships and entry-level opportunities
- Get a stipend and toolkit upon completion!
Academy Dates
June 8 – July 22, 2026
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays | 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Eligibility
Open to high school students 16+ years old on or before May 20, 2026.
Ready to Apply?
Academy starts: Monday, June 8, 2026
Academy ends: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2026 Careers Electric™ Summer Academy Application
Academy ends: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2026 Careers Electric™ Summer Academy Application
Questions?
Contact Kaelyn Kornegay, WCC Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning Specialist, using the form below. She can also be contacted directly at (919) 739-7015 or kdkornegay@waynecc.edu.
Learn more about Careers Electric™, a national electrical workforce initiative launched by the Siemens Foundation.