Workshops and Programs for Wake County Students
Explore skill-building workshops, career exploration events, and professional development programs offered locally for Wake County high school students. These listings highlight free and low-cost summer programs, training sessions, and hands-on learning across the Triangle.
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Raleigh Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
City of Raleigh
A training program for teens ages 14 to 16 to learn camp counselor skills and then volunteer with Raleigh Parks summer camps.
NC State Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP)
NC State University
A one-week summer program at NC State's Wilson College of Textiles where high school students explore textile science, fashion, and design.
Duke Pre-College Summer Program
Duke University
An enrichment program through Duke TIP offering 12-day academic sessions for motivated students in grades 6 through 12.
WakeMed Junior Volunteer Program
WakeMed Health
A hospital volunteer program for high school students ages 16 and older with a six-month minimum commitment at WakeMed facilities.
Wake County 4-H Liberation Out Loud
Wake County 4-H / NC Cooperative Extension
A 4-H program for Wake County high school students centered on social justice education, community organizing, and service.
Wake County 4-H Summer Sleepaway Camp
Wake County 4-H / NC Cooperative Extension
A week-long residential 4-H camp at the Betsey-Jeff Penn Center for ages 8 to 17, with teen-specific tracks for older campers.
Raleigh Police Explorer Post 911
Raleigh Police Department
A youth program run by the Raleigh Police Department where teens learn law enforcement skills, participate in community service, and attend…
Dorothea Dix Park TeenSpace Programs
Dorothea Dix Park
Free programs at Dorothea Dix Park for ages 12 to 18, including yoga, art workshops, and a teen creator market.
Wake County Housing Authority Scholarships
Wake County Housing Authority
Multiple scholarship programs worth $500 to $12,000 for students living in Wake County public or assisted housing.
Raleigh Police Youth Summer Camps
Raleigh Police Department
Free summer camps run by Raleigh Police Youth Services for young people to explore law enforcement and community safety topics.
NC Zoo Zoo Futures
North Carolina Zoo
Middle school program at the NC Zoo connecting students with conservation and zoo careers.
Explore@UNC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
One-week commuter pre-college program at UNC-Chapel Hill to explore multiple academic majors with faculty and mentors.
UNC Summer School Dual Enrollment (Rising Seniors)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Take a UNC-Chapel Hill summer course for credit as a rising high school senior visitor.
Tar Heel Business Academy (UNC Kenan-Flagler)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Weeklong business pre-college program in Charlotte or Chapel Hill for rising juniors and seniors.
Project Uplift and Uplift PLUS (CHEOP)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Summer college-access experiences at UNC for rising seniors, with an optional extended residential enrichment program.
NC-HCAP Health Careers Information and Enrichment Workshops
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Free two-hour interactive workshops on health careers for grades 5 through 12, scheduled by schools or organizations.
Duke Pre-College Programs
Duke University
On-campus summer sessions at Duke for current grades 6 through 12 with intensive academic days and residential life.
The Science House Upcoming K-12 Student Programs
NC State University
NC State Science House camps and workshops statewide in STEM for students from upper elementary through high school.
Imhotep Academy (The Science House)
NC State University
Hands-on chemistry and STEM exploration for middle school students through NC State's Science House.
NC State Partner Engineering Summer Programs (North Carolina)
NC State University
Engineering camps at partner sites across North Carolina affiliated with NC State's Engineering Place.
SECURE IT Summer Academy at NC State
NC State University
One-week cybersecurity day academy at NC State for rising sixth, seventh, and eighth graders from North Carolina.
Activate Good Volunteer Opportunities
Activate Good
Searchable volunteer postings for Triangle nonprofits and civic events through Activate Good.
Morehead Summer Science Camps
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Summer day camps at Morehead for grades K through 8 in Chapel Hill.
Wake County Public Libraries Programs and Events
Wake County Government
Browse story times, workshops, and learning events at Wake County library branches.
NCSSM Summer Accelerator
NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM)
STEM courses for rising seventh through twelfth graders online, residential in Durham or Morganton, or day options in Hickory; tuition varie…
NCSSM Early Accelerator
NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM)
Weeklong non-residential STEM day camps for rising fifth and sixth graders on NCSSM campuses in Durham and Morganton.
Wake Forest University Online Immersion (Pre-College)
Wake Forest University
Self-paced online courses for ages 13+ in medicine, law, psychology, business, bioscience, and related fields with Wake Forest faculty-led c…
Mathnasium of Cary: Instructor and Center Roles
Mathnasium of Cary
Paid math instructor and leadership-track roles at the Cary center; apply through the center's official interest form.
Wake Forest Summer Immersion (On-Campus)
Wake Forest University
Residential summer courses on the Winston-Salem campus for high school students exploring subjects with Wake Forest faculty.
Durham Bulls Explorer Post 50 (TV Broadcasting)
Durham Bulls / Capitol Broadcasting Company
Unpaid co-ed broadcasting internship for ages 14-20 producing live Durham Bulls television coverage.
Builders Bridge Navigator Program
Builders Bridge
Trades career pathway with training intensives and hiring connections; verify Triangle placements before applying from Wake County.
Wake County Animal Center Volunteer
Wake County Government
County-run animal shelter in Raleigh with volunteer roles supporting animals, adoptions, and shelter operations; requirements and training a…
City of Raleigh Aquatics Lifeguard
City of Raleigh
Part-time lifeguard roles for City of Raleigh year-round and seasonal pools; official page lists a minimum age of 15, swim-test requirements…
Triangle Aquatic Center Event Staff (Timing & Admissions)
Triangle Aquatic Center (TAC)
Paid event-support roles at the nonprofit Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary: timing-console operators and admission or heat-sheet sales. Offic…
Frequently asked questions
- Are workshops free?
- Many are free or low-cost; others charge tuition with scholarship options. Cost details appear on each listing when the source provides them.
- When do most workshops and programs run?
- Summer programs are common, but workshops and training events also run during the school year. Check dates and deadlines on each listing.
- Who hosts these programs?
- Listings come from museums, universities, nonprofits, and community organizations serving Wake County teens.