WELCOME!
PCHS Career Services is here to help all students prepare for life beyond high school. Mr. McCoy, the Career Development Coordinator is your Career Coach that provides workshops, internships, field experiences, military info, guest speakers, special events and more. Info may be found here, regularly on the TV announcements, and on Twitter @coachdmccoy. Make an appointment whenever needed by emailing Coach at dmccoy@wcpss.net from your WCPSS email.
CAREER SERVICES UPDATE 6/8/20
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS
By appointment only. Please email Coach McCoy at dmccoy@wcpss.net.
By appointment only. Please email Coach McCoy at dmccoy@wcpss.net.
Bit Heroes
BitHeroes is a 8 week summer program from June to August for high school students venturing to learn about the tech industry. Join us for a multidisciplinary learning experience where you can apply skills in coding, marketing, and business.
Deadline to Apply: Jun 19th
https://www.bitproject.org/hero
Deadline to Apply: Jun 19th
https://www.bitproject.org/hero
High School Internship Opportunity with the NC Democratic Party
***This is not a political endorsement - only sharing of the opportunity for interested students. Does not qualify for a CTE Credit Internship.
About this event:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the 2020 election and helping elect Democrats up and down the ballot? Are you a highly motivated and organized high school student who understands the critical importance of turning out the youth vote? If so, join the North Carolina Democratic Party’s (NCDP) Coordinated Campaign High School Internship Program and serve as a campus lead in Wake County.
Learn more about NCDP's internship opportunities from interns and organizers working on the ground to flip NC blue! Sign up to join our informational webinar on Wednesday, June 10 at 1 PM. We can't wait to see you there!
Sign-up here ---> https://www.mobilize.us/ncdp/event/277381/
About this event:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the 2020 election and helping elect Democrats up and down the ballot? Are you a highly motivated and organized high school student who understands the critical importance of turning out the youth vote? If so, join the North Carolina Democratic Party’s (NCDP) Coordinated Campaign High School Internship Program and serve as a campus lead in Wake County.
Learn more about NCDP's internship opportunities from interns and organizers working on the ground to flip NC blue! Sign up to join our informational webinar on Wednesday, June 10 at 1 PM. We can't wait to see you there!
Sign-up here ---> https://www.mobilize.us/ncdp/event/277381/
NC STATE'S Virtual K-12 Citizen Science Challenge
Here's How to Enter:
Pick a team (virtually) or go solo
Twitter: @TheScienceHouse
Pick a team (virtually) or go solo
- Select a Citizen Science Project at https://scistarter.org/education
- Work on the project (May-July)
- Submit a short video highlighting your process and results on YouTube using #virtualcitscichallenge
- Prizes WILL be awarded! 🎁
Twitter: @TheScienceHouse
WAKE TECH VIRTUAL IT SPEAKER SERIES
Wake Tech is hosting a virtual IT Speaker Series featuring three experts sharing insight and challenges of emerging technologies. For more details and to register, please visit: https://www.waketech.edu/post/wt-news-story/4907
WAKEED PARTNERSHIP CAREER CONVERSATIONS
Career Conversations connects employers and students digitally through a new and growing online library of video interviews with professionals from a variety of jobs and industries. Click the button below to access!
FLIPGRID VIRTUAL CAREER CONVERSATIONS
View virtual career talks with several career professionals in which they answer the following questions
You can access all of the videos at this link.
https://flipgrid.com/+cdc9763
- How did you end up in this profession?
- What skills (soft skills & technical skills), degrees, certifications, etc. are needed in this profession?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of this career?
- What classes and activities do you recommend in high school and college to be better prepared for this profession?
- Mayor of Morrisville, TJ Cawley
- Power Engineer/Electrical Engineer, Duke Power, Jose Z.
- Data Scientist, IBM, Brianne B.
- UX/UI Web Designer, RedHat, Mark C.
- Behavioral Analyst, Preformentor, Amanda B.
- District Court Judge, Wake County, Ashleigh D.
- Medical Doctor, Stephen F.
- Physician Assistant, Laura G.
- Therapist, Abby K.
- Cisco Technical Solutions Architect, Tim M.
- Program Manager, Kiya E.
- SAS Software Developer, Javon W.
You can access all of the videos at this link.
https://flipgrid.com/+cdc9763
EVERGREEN PACKAGING IS HIRING GRADUATING SENIORS!!
Check out the flyer and website for more details!
http://evergreenpackaging.com/careers/why-evergreen-packaging/
http://evergreenpackaging.com/careers/why-evergreen-packaging/
UNC Department of Family Medicine VIRTUAL SUMMER ACADEMY
The UNC Department of Family Medicine will be offering a VIRTUAL summer academy this year to students slated to graduate this spring. Important to note...through grant support and donations, participation for the 2020 FMSA is FREE for accepted students. However, students must apply by the June 1st deadline.
Learn more and apply at: https://uncfmsa.wordpress.com/
Learn more and apply at: https://uncfmsa.wordpress.com/
CFNC: PLANNING FOR COLLEGE
NBC'S TODAY SHOW: "How coronavirus will impact college admission this year
ARTICLE - "5 Reasons You Should Attend A Virtual Career Fair
Take a 360-degree tour of 16 NC universities!
Game Plan College: Virtual Tours & Workshops!
CAMPUS REEL: VIRTUAL COLLEGE TOURS
Clemson University Summer Scholars
Construction Science & Management
The program takes place on Clemson University's campus July 5-11, 2020 with Residential and Commuter options available.
https://www.clemson.edu/summer/summer-scholars/csm.html
https://www.clemson.edu/summer/summer-scholars/csm.html
OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE TOWN OF MORRISVILLE
Teen Morrisville 101
We are looking for students to take part in our student program, Teen Morrisville 101. THIS is an annual citizen's academy for teens interested in local government, specifically in Morrisville. This is a free program for youth in grades 9-12. The program begins May 6, and will be held after school hours, from 4-6 p.m., once a week for four weeks.
https://www.townofmorrisville.org/Home/Components/News/News/1359/16?backlist=%2f
LIFEGUARD JOBS
Morrisville Parks & Recreation is currently looking for passionate lifeguards to join their team! The Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center is set to re-open in 2020 and they need lifeguards to maintain the safety of the visiting swimmers. Students or adults can take advantage of the opportunity to take free lifeguard training classes! Email pj@townofmorrisville.org for more information!
We are looking for students to take part in our student program, Teen Morrisville 101. THIS is an annual citizen's academy for teens interested in local government, specifically in Morrisville. This is a free program for youth in grades 9-12. The program begins May 6, and will be held after school hours, from 4-6 p.m., once a week for four weeks.
https://www.townofmorrisville.org/Home/Components/News/News/1359/16?backlist=%2f
LIFEGUARD JOBS
Morrisville Parks & Recreation is currently looking for passionate lifeguards to join their team! The Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center is set to re-open in 2020 and they need lifeguards to maintain the safety of the visiting swimmers. Students or adults can take advantage of the opportunity to take free lifeguard training classes! Email pj@townofmorrisville.org for more information!
Raleigh Summer Youth Employment
Banson NYC Fashion Summer Camps
ARMY EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH PROGRAM
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Apprenticeships provide a unique opportunity for high school and undergraduate students to conduct real-world, Army-sponsored research alongside scientists and engineers in world-class facilities. They inspire students to pursue further education and careers in STEM.
https://www.usaeop.com/type/apprenticeships/ |
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
BIOGEN - COMMUNITY LAB Adventures in Biotechnology
Summer 2020 Adventures in Biotechnology High School Lab Program! Applications for the summer 2020 Adventures in Biotechnology sessions will open on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. and will close on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. Offering week-long sessions for high school students, who must have completed at least 9th grade by this summer.
Click here to apply ----> https://www.biogen.com/en_us/community-lab-summer.html
Click here to apply ----> https://www.biogen.com/en_us/community-lab-summer.html
NC STATE - CALS Diversity & Inclusion summer program
CISCO HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER STEM EXTERNSHIP
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>>>>CLICK HERE TO APPLY!<<<< Please note - the dates for the RTP location have changed to 6/15/20-7/17/20. The dates on the flyer are incorrect.
NC State GAPS High School GIS Program - SPRING 2020
The application period is now open for the Spring 2020 GAPS program (our final 8-week program for now) GAPS (Geospatial Application for Problem Solving) for Hi-Tech Teens. GAPS is a collaboration with the Wade Edwards Learning Lab, RTI International, and the NC State College of Education to deliver an after-school GIS program to area high school students.
Our 5th 8-week cohort gets started on February 29 for 8 Saturday mornings! We have an interest form that should be submitted by students/parents by February 19th as we only have space for 20 students in each cohort.
Our 5th 8-week cohort gets started on February 29 for 8 Saturday mornings! We have an interest form that should be submitted by students/parents by February 19th as we only have space for 20 students in each cohort.
NC STATE VET CAMP
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY SUMMER PROGRAMS
Applications are open now! Programs in STEM and Summer Seminar that gives you a taste of life at the Academy.
https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/index.php
https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/index.php
SUMMER PROGRAMS @ UNC
Project Uplift enables high-achieving rising seniors, especially those underrepresented in post-secondary education, to experience college life on the Carolina campus over two days in May or June. Participants live on Carolina’s campus, interacting with faculty, staff and current students, and participate in educational, cultural and social activities.
Uplift PLUS is a rigorous 5-week program for high-achieving, in-state, Project Uplift participants. Students participate in a three-credit English course, engage in research, and much more while staying on campus. Students may express interest in Uplift PLUS by writing a supplemental essay within their Project Uplift application. There is no separate application.
The North Carolina Renaissance (NCR) program invites rising juniors from rural North Carolina communities for an educational four-day enrichment program in July.
Uplift PLUS is a rigorous 5-week program for high-achieving, in-state, Project Uplift participants. Students participate in a three-credit English course, engage in research, and much more while staying on campus. Students may express interest in Uplift PLUS by writing a supplemental essay within their Project Uplift application. There is no separate application.
The North Carolina Renaissance (NCR) program invites rising juniors from rural North Carolina communities for an educational four-day enrichment program in July.
meredith college
Leadership Conference for High School Juniors on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 9:15 AM until 3:15 PM
Business Is Global Summer Program
Immerse yourself in the cultures and languages of East Asia, the Middle East and North Africa, Turkey, Russia, and Eastern Europe while exploring career options. If you are a high school sophomore, junior, or senior interested in experiencing the intersection of business, language, and culture—this two-week program is for you. This intensive experience, presented by IU CIBER (the Indiana University Center for International Business Education and Research) will bring to life the phrase “business is global.”
CLICK HERE <<< to learn more
CLICK HERE <<< to learn more
Duke's STAR Program
The Summer Training in Academic Research (STAR) Program provides a high-quality research experience for undergraduate students, high school students, and middle and high school teachers during the summer academic break. The eight-week program, held June 22 to August 13, 2020, will give participants who are interested in science and medicine real hands-on experience in research methodology and writing.
For more info visit:
https://dcri.org/education/dukes-star-program/
Learn more at Duke STAR Day at the DCRI on November 2nd, 2019 at 10AM - 12PM. Please register at the following link:
https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_diBolGBC5bQpUnb
For more info visit:
https://dcri.org/education/dukes-star-program/
Learn more at Duke STAR Day at the DCRI on November 2nd, 2019 at 10AM - 12PM. Please register at the following link:
https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_diBolGBC5bQpUnb
ROCK THE STREET, WALL STREET
Rock the Street, Wall Street is program designed to ignite an interest of finance careers in high school girls. In the fall semester, the ladies have five workshops culminating in a field experience. In the spring, the program shifts focus to the ladies being mentored by another professional woman.
**Next session will begin next school year in the fall semester. Look out for information late August or early September.**
READY TO SIGN-UP?
Go to www.rocktherstreetwallstreet.com/contactus and complete the form. Be sure to select "Student Information" and enter "Panther Creek" in the school box. After that, be on the lookout for an email from Rock the Street with a form for you to complete.
**Next session will begin next school year in the fall semester. Look out for information late August or early September.**
READY TO SIGN-UP?
Go to www.rocktherstreetwallstreet.com/contactus and complete the form. Be sure to select "Student Information" and enter "Panther Creek" in the school box. After that, be on the lookout for an email from Rock the Street with a form for you to complete.
students - need a job?
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Upcoming SMART Lunch Career Conversations
TBD
SELECTIVE SERVICE
Men 18 years and older are required by law to register with the Selective Service. Registration only takes 1-2 minutes. Failure to do so can exclude a person from college financial aid, certain jobs, and federal benefits. Learn more at SSS.gov.
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Career Development Coordinator
Daniel McCoy, MBA
dmccoy@wcpss.net
919-463-8656 ext. 25227
Office located in Student Services
Career Coach
Head Wrestling Coach
Assistant Football & Baseball Coach
Previous Business & Marketing Teacher at PCHS
dmccoy@wcpss.net
919-463-8656 ext. 25227
Office located in Student Services
Career Coach
Head Wrestling Coach
Assistant Football & Baseball Coach
Previous Business & Marketing Teacher at PCHS
Panther Creek High School
Cary, NC
Cary, NC
