WakeEd Career Accelerator
WakeEd Partnership
Key Details
Location
Raleigh, NC
Format
In Person
Deadline
No fixed deadline
Payment
Stipend
Cost
Free
Grades
10th – 12th grade
Compensation
WakeEd’s June 2025 news coverage described a $150 stipend for students who complete key program elements; the main Career Accelerator page does not list pay, so confirm for your cohort.
Time commitment
Typically about one week in summer (confirm dates with WCPSS/WakeEd for the current cycle).
Capacity
Summer cohort size is limited; the public program page does not host a student application form, and selection is coordinated through WCPSS/WakeEd channels.
About This Opportunity
Career Accelerator is run with the Wake County Public School System for rising 10th through 12th grade WCPSS students. The official program page describes Business 101 instruction (networking, interviewing, cover letters and CVs), high-capacity half-day business immersions at workplaces around Wake County matched to students’ sector interests, and a closing digital portfolio with a basic resume, cover letter template, and district-outlined industry-ready micro-credentials. A June 2025 WakeEd news article about the summer cohort also listed a $150 stipend for students who complete key program elements and referenced transportation support; stipends and logistics can change by year, so confirm with WakeEd or your school for the current cycle.
Skills you may build
Who it fits
Good for students looking for real-world work experience
Eligibility
Must be a rising 10th through 12th grader enrolled in Wake County Public School System.
How to Apply
Visit the official application page to get started:
Apply on WakeEd PartnershipTopics
Source Details
- Source
- WakeEd Partnership
- Official page
- https://www.wakeed.org/career-accelerator/
- Last checked
- May 9, 2026
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