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Raleigh Parks Summer Day Camp Counselor
City of Raleigh
A paid part-time summer position for teens ages 16 and up to work as day camp counselors with Raleigh Parks and Recreation.
Wake County Teen Spring Kickback
Wake County Government
A free one-day health and empowerment event for Wake County high school students at Urban Air Raleigh on April 6, 2026.
NC State Young Investigators Nuclear Engineering Program
NC State University
A three-week residential summer program at NC State for rising juniors, seniors, and graduating seniors to explore nuclear engineering.
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.
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NC State Horticultural Science Summer Institute
NC State University
A one-week residential program at NC State for rising 9th through 12th graders to explore plant science, sustainability, and horticulture ca…
Wake County Teen Spring Kickback
Wake County Government
A free one-day health and empowerment event for Wake County high school students at Urban Air Raleigh on April 6, 2026.
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