Explore the Trades.
Build Your Future.
Students Age 16 to 19
June 22 - June 25 | 9AM – 4PM | Wayne Community College
June 29 - July 2 | 9AM – 4PM | McNair Heights
We are looking for high school students, ages 16 to 18 to join us this summer for an exciting, hands-on experience in the skilled trades! This camp, in partnership with Wayne Community College, is designed for students who want to learn by doing. It is an immersive camp designed to introduce students to construction, teamwork, and potential career pathways in the building and construction industry.
During Week One, students will learn foundational construction knowledge and trade skills in carpentry, electrical and plumbing. Students during this week also will have the opportunity to learn soft skills to prepare them post-secondary education and/or the workforce, and will be able to learn about all the options offered at Wayne Community College. Students also will have the opportunity on Day 4 to chance to participate in the Be Pro Be Proud virtual reality construction experience, and to share what they've learned and built and celebrate with their families.
During Week Two, students will then put their skills to work in on an actual Habitat job site in our McNair Heights Neighborhood. And those students who are willing and able to participate fully in both weeks will then be eligible to receive a small monetary stipend, in addition to their new tools!
What to Expect:
- Interactive, hands-on learning in each trade
- A supportive, team-focused environment
- Safety training and real-world applications
- Exposure to high-demand career pathways
- All materials and tools provided
- FREE lunch for all participants
Location:
Week One: Wayne Community College, CITE Building, 3000 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC
Week Two: Habitat's McNair Heights Neighborhood, 1100 Dr. H.E. McNair Street, Goldsboro, NC
Who Should Attend:
High School juniors and seniors, ages 16-18, who are interested in exploring the skilled trades. No prior experience needed!
Why Attend?
The trades offer strong career opportunities, and this camp is the perfect place to discover where your interests and talents might take you. Whether you’re curious or already passionate about building, Construction Camp is a great way to get started.
Students Age 13 to 15
June 25 | 9AM – 4PM | Wayne Community College
June 26 | 9AM – 4PM | Habitat's McNair Heights Neighborhood
An extension of our high school construction camp, this two-day construction experience is designed to give middle and early high school students an introductory look into construction, as well as to Wayne Community College.
On Day 1, students will receive an introduction to tools and carpentry, as well as have the opportunity to learn soft skills and see everything that Wayne Community College has to offer. They also will be able to participate in the Be Pro Be Proud virtual reality construction experience.
On Day 2, students will have a chance to experience an actual Habitat job site and get hands-on helping to build a family's new home.
At the end of the camp, our goal is for each student to have a small hand-made item to take home to commemorate their accomplishments and what they learned.
Location:
Day One: Wayne Community College, CITE Building, 3000 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC
Day Two: Habitat's McNair Heights Neighborhood, 1100 Dr. H.E. McNair Street, Goldsboro, NC
Who Should Attend:
8th-graders through sophomores, ages 13-15, who are interested in exploring carpentry and construction. No prior experience needed!
Why Attend?
Construction and the trades offer strong career opportunities, and this two-day experience is the perfect place to begin to discover where your interests and talents might take you. Whether you’re curious or already passionate about building, Construction Camp is a great way to get started.
To learn more about Be Pro Be Proud, click here:
Registration Deadline:
June 12, 2026
**applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the limited spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications can be downloaded and submitted by email to lstallings@habitatgoldsboro.org, mailed to PO Box 10809, Goldsboro, NC 27532, or delivered directly to our office at 2719 Graves Drive, Suite 3, Monday-Friday, 9-4.
Have questions? Contact LaToya at lstallings@habitatgoldsboro.org or call 919-736-9592 x4
