Additional Opportunities

Columbia Police Department Explorer Program

The Columbia Police Department (CPD) Explorer Program is dedicated to the success, training, and overall aptitude of the youth within its ranks. The Explorer Program consists of young adults between the ages of 14-20 years old, who are looking to make a career in law enforcement. The Explorer Program gives these individuals excellent leadership training, mental discipline, focus, team-building skills, superior physical fitness training, and real-world training that will help them in any profession that they desire.  Click on the following link for more information: https://columbiapd.net/explorer-program/

Student Ambassadors for Sustainability

Are you a middle or high schooler interested in sustainability?

Do you want to have an impact on the environment?

Join the Student Ambassadors for Sustainability Program! This is a partnership between middle and high school students and college mentors from the Sustainable Carolina Leadership Program (SCLP) at University of South Carolina (UofSC) and the Take Action SC Partnership. Please click on the flyer for more details.

Apprenticeship Carolina

Whether you’re looking for a current apprenticeship that matches your interests or hoping to connect with employers so that you can learn about future opportunities,

Apprenticeship Explorer makes apprenticeship easily accessible and simplifies the application process.  Click on flyer to access a QR Code for more information.

South Carolina Auto Tech Development (SCATD)

This program is beneficial to students in Automotive Technology courses. SCATD provides scholarships, job placement in dealerships, and free complete tool set and toolboxes for students to begin or progress in their auto tech careers. Watch the SCATD promotional video here.  Click on the flyer for more informaiton.

MUSC Health Midlands Youth PCT Apprenticeship Program

This program represents a collaboration between Midlands Technical College, Apprenticeship Carolina and MUSC Health. Designed to equip participants with both practical skills and real-world experience, the program ensures a pathway to employment and success in the health care field. Key details include:

• On-the-job training: Participants will gain valuable hands-on experience while training at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown.

• Classroom instruction: Participants will gain their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)certification; training sessions will utilize classroom space at Midlands Technical College, providing a robust educational foundation.

• Grant funding: The program is generously funded by Apprenticeship Carolina, covering 140 hours of training.

• Paid-learning opportunity: Trainees will receive compensation throughout their training period, making this a paid opportunity to learn and grow in the health care field.

• Guaranteed employment: Upon successful completion, participants will be offered full-time employment with MUSC Health, ensuring job security and career advancement.

SC 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference

It’s never too early to start planning for summer!

Do you know a middle or high school student eager to grow as a leader? Encourage them to apply for the 4-H Pinckney Leadership Program—a transformative summer experience designed to empower young leaders!

Named in honor of the late Senator Clementa Pinckney, our program upholds his legacy of service, humility, and integrity. Through hands-on activities, mentorship, and leadership training, we equip students with the skills to lead with purpose and make a difference in their communities.  Click here for more information:  https://www.clemson.edu/extension/4h/pinckney/

PhysiLink High School to Med School Webinar

Designed for high school students, this session will cover what to expect as a pre-med student, steps to take in high school and college, and how to successfully navigate the path to becoming a doctor.  Please click on flyer for more information.  Click here to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e594cd11-75c4-4061-bd66-3fc55656ec04@4b2a4b19-d135-420e-8bb2-b1cd238998cc

Wake Forest University Online Immersion Program

Summer is a perfect time for motivated high school students to start thinking about college. Wake Forest University offers pre-college online courses to help students ages 13 and older explore their interests. The summer application period is now open. Through participating in our courses, students can discover if an interest could lead to a college major or even a future career.  Click on the flyer for more information.

South Carolina Business Week

South Carolina Business Week (July 13-18, 2025) provides rising high school juniors, seniors, and college freshman an opportunity to interact with and learn about business through a hands-on experience. Business Week’s mission is to contribute to the preparation of young adults for the business environment by introducing them to the principles of leadership, teamwork and the American free enterprise system while promoting self-reliance, individual responsibility and entrepreneurship. Deadline to apply is April 30, 2025.  Click here to apply:  https://www.scchamber.net/forms/2025-business-week-student-application/

3 Strand Sports Summer Camp

3 Strand Sports is hosting an Agency 101 camp for future students looking to get into the Sport and Entertainment Representative Industry. Spaces are limited to the first 100 registrants per location. Students are encouraged to secure their spots promptly.

For more details and registration, visit our official website. 

Lexington Medical Center Partners Program

The Lexington Medical Center Partners Program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, develop valuable career skills, and explore a variety of healthcare careers over the summer. This program is designed to introduce students to the wide range of careers within the healthcare field, providing valuable mentorship and real-world experiences that will set them up for success in their future studies and careers.

• Eligibility: Open to high school juniors (rising seniors) with an interest in health sciences and healthcare careers.

• Application Deadline: February 14, 2025

• How to Apply: Students can obtain more information by visiting https://www.lexmed.com/academics/professional-training/high-school-partners-program. The link to apply is located on this page as well.