GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Southeastern Education and Economic Development (SEED) initiative is offering two pre-apprenticeship academies at Wayne Community College again this summer.
WCC will hold advanced manufacturing and agriculture academies for students interested in those fields. Those who are 16 years of age on or before May 20, 2026, are eligible to apply for the academies.The eight-week programs offer classroom instruction led by industry professionals, hands-on learning experience, field trips to local businesses, stipends to help with travel and supplies costs, and up to 15 college credits transferrable to a registered apprenticeship or associate-degree program. The academies will be held Monday through Thursday for a total of 25–28 hours per week, and participants are paid $15 per hour.
Students and a parent/guardian are required to attend an information session before being accepted into an academy. Information sessions will be held at WCC on Thursday, Feb. 5, and Monday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m. in the CITE Building. Register for a session here.
Created through the North Carolina Business Committee for Education and sponsored by Smithfield Foods, SEED was developed to provide career exploration and work-based learning opportunities for students. SEED participants are able to learn and earn while getting industry-recognized credentials at no cost to them.For more information and to apply for an academy, visit WCC’s website. The application period closes Saturday, Feb. 14.
WCC encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations or have questions about access, contact the Accessibility Counselor at 919-739-6729.
