Discover Construction!
Youth Summer Camp
Shippensburg University’s Office of Workforce Development in partnership with Franklin County Career & Technology Center (FCCTC) encourages students to participate in a hands-on learning experience.
High School Students completing grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 are encouraged to register and construct their skills for the workforce!
During this program, you will…
- Explore possible careers in construction .
- Gain hands-on experience with building trades work .
- Experience construction work using Virtual Reality (VR) .
- Visit construction sites to see the work in action .
- Meet construction industry experts.
2 Weeks, 2 Camps, 3 Options!
Note: Both Camp Weeks Have DAY and OVERNIGHT Camper Options for Participants Only. Each week is charged SEPERATELY.
Option 1: Intro to Construction
June 8 – 12, 2025
$25 per student
- Explore possible careers in construction.
- Hands-on introduction to the various elements of
important trade-skills like Carpentry, Metalwork,
and Electrical. - Visit industry-related sites to see the work in
action and meet construction industry experts.
Option 2: Dig Deeper into Construction
June 15 – 19, 2025
$25 per student
- Chisel your way to success within Carpentry
» Dive deeper into elements like Siding, Roofing,
and Drywall. - Build your skills within Construction
» Focus on the intricate skills of Masonry.
Option 3: Construction Immersion
June 8 – 12, 2025 & June 15 – 19, 2025
$50 per student
- This option includes both weeks of camp
Coming soon!
Franklin County Career and Technical Center provides instructors specializing in carpentry, metalwork, and masonry to provide students with top-notch education.
Coming soon!
Camp cost covered by Congressional Funding.
Shippensburg University was awarded a $275,000 grant from the US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration in
support of its South-Central Career Development and Readiness Initiative. Parts of this program are supported by federal funds.
