McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge for Students interested in Government

This competition is open to all middle and high school students across North Carolina, and is a great opportunity for students who are interested in government, helping their communities, and/or learning about how to advocate for causes they find important. For more information, visit our website at https://www.ncbarfoundation.org/our-programs/lawyers-in-schools/mcintyre-youth-leadership-challenge/.

The deadline to register is Friday, February 20th. Students will have until Friday, March 20th, to submit their 3–5 minute video discussing a problem they see in their community and solutions they believe could help.

Sara Dowd

Program Coordinator

919.657.1571 

North Carolina Triangle Apprenticeship Program

Juniors & Seniors looking for a unique opportunity, check out the North Carolina Triangle Apprenticeship Program. Free college tuition and a paycheck. Earn while you learn! For more information, visit nctap.org

See this FLYER to learn more!

Interested students should register to take company tours. For details, see this FLYER.

Event: NCTAP Company Tours

Dates: Saturdays: Dec. 10th, Jan. 6th & Jan. 24th

Time: 8:00am & 10:00am

You can visit up to 6 companies. You must scan the QR code in the flyer to register.

ASVAB

Any interested 10-12th grader can sign up to complete the ASVAB. See the dates below and use the link to register. 

Spring: April 16, 2026, at 7:30am in the media center. Registration LINK

See this page for ASVAB information and practice materials.

Interested in Industrial Automation?

Wake Tech’s Industrial Automation training is designed to prepare you for a future in advanced manufacturing, one of North Carolina’s fastest growing industries.

• Collaborative Robotics
• Electric Circuits and Motor Controls
• Mechanical Drives
• Mechatronics
• Pneumatics
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Troubleshooting

Courses are taught by industry experts at our Beltline Education Center, where you'll gain real-world experience using the latest automation technologies. We will equip you with the skills employers are looking for! Click  HERE to go to our website.

NC State Public Health Laboratory Program

Any student interested in learning more about public health and laboratory careers in healthcare, check out this flier on NC State Laboratory of Public Health Outreach Programs. Information is coming soon on their summer camp!

NCDOT Model Bridge Competition

The NCDOT Model Bridge Building Competition is a free, statewide STEM event that provides schools with materials and guidance to design and build model bridges. Students compete against peers from public and private schools in a fun, hands-on, and enriching learning experience.

Participating schools have the chance to earn prize money and gain statewide recognition.

Regional Competition March 6, 2026

Final Competition April 17, 2026

For details, visit our  website or reach out to Leila Boulos lboulos@ncdot.gov with any questions.

GSK 2025 Apprenticeship Program 

Class of 2025, join us to learn why GSK’s Apprentice Program is the right program for you! GSK Apprenticeships are full-time entry-level opportunities that offer high school graduates and first year college students the opportunity to begin their career while working towards their Associate’s degree. This Associate’s degree is fully funded by GSK, which, yes, means NO COLLEGE DEBT! 

Register HERE

Duke OpTech Program

Duke Ophthalmic Technician Program for graduating seniors:

• Students may begin the program after earning a high school diploma. Students must be 18 at start of clinical rotations.   
• No college degree or prerequisites required  
• Earn a certificate in one year with eligibility to take the certification exam  
• Three months of in-person classroom instruction.
• Nine months spent getting hands-on experience in clinical rotations at Duke Eye Center 
• Starting pay $22-$24/hr 
• 90% employment rate after program completion  
• Affordable tuition and financial aid are available.  

Criminal Justice Fellows Program

Criminal Justice Fellows Program for graduating seniors interested in criminal justice. Offers a 100% forgivable loan on college tuition, books, fees & more.

See flier HERE.