Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program
The Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program is a 4-week summer enrichment opportunity for North Carolina high school girls, grades 9-12, interested in exploring careers in science, technology, engineering and/or mathematics within state government.
To apply requires (1) a completed application (2) cover letter, (3) resume and (4) transcript. Application closes Monday, February 24, 2025. To apply, click here and submit the resume, cover letter and transcript to doa.youth.involvement@doa.nc.gov.
About the Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program
Started in 2019 based on recommendations from the 2018 Status of Women in NC Report, the mentorship program is part of the state’s initiative to reduce the growing disparity in employment and earnings among women and men in North Carolina, particularly in STEM-based careers.
What participants can expect
- 40 hour work week (Mon-Fri, 8am – 5pm)
- 24 hours in placement site working side by side with women leaders
- 16 hours working on a group project
- $1,700 stipend at end of mentorship
- Lunch & Learns each week with women leaders across state agencies
- Opportunities to visit various state government agencies through "Field Trips"
- NOTE: The program does not provide housing to participants
Required Materials
- Complete the Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program application, click here. Once finished the applicants must reply to the confirmation email with their resume, cover letter and transcript as attachments.
- Respond to the confirmation email with the following attachments:
- Submit cover letter
- Submit resume
- Submit High School Transcript(s). Unofficial copies are acceptable.
Program Basics
- For high school girls grades 9 - 12
- Paid program: July 7 - Aug. 1, 2025
- 15-20 positions available
- Exposure to careers in state government
- Gain experience beyond-the-classroom
To learn more about this opportunity, including criteria to participate as a mentee, https://ncadmin.nc.gov/advocacy/youth-involvement/lady-cardinal-mentorship-program or contact Anaja McCLinton, anaja.mcclinton@doa.nc.gov or Jean McBride, jean.mcbride@doa.nc.gov.
About the Charles Hamilton Houston Foundation, Inc.
The Charles Hamilton Houston Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the academic, leadership, and professional development of boys and young men of color. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive continuum of strategy-centered, skill-based and career-focused programs, services and mentorship that go beyond theoretical knowledge, emphasizing a practical and strategic approach to prepare our participants for academic success and success in the competitive workforce. For more information, visit, www.CharlesHamiltonHoustonFoundation.org.
[YODurham] 2025 Durham YouthWorks Summer Program
The 2025 Durham YouthWorks Summer Program interest application is open. The Program will provide a paid opportunity for youth and young adults to learn work readiness, career skills, and even earn industry credentials.
To complete the interest form, click here. The application closes Friday, February 21, 2025 at 12:00am Midnight. Participation may be determined by lottery.
Applicants for the Durham YouthWorks Summer Program must be a Durham City or Durham County resident and age 14-24 by June 30, 2025.
The program will offer the following:
- Hybrid program with virtual and in-person opportunities
- Earn up to $880 or more for participating in YouthWorks
- Learn more about careers through YouthWorks
- Interested applicants must have a work-appropriate email address that they check regularly
Applicants should save the dates of Tuesday, February 25, 2025 and Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm for the Durham YouthWorks Program Orientation. If you are selected to participate in the program, you will be required to attend at least one of these Virtual Orientation events.
Please refer to the attached Durham YouthWorks Getting Prepared Guide that is full of tips and information to help applicants get ready for the program.
If you have questions or require additional information, email, youthworks@durhamnc.gov.
For more information about the Durham YouthWorks Program, visit, https://www.durhamnc.gov/598/Durham-YouthWorks-Program.
About the Youth Council of the Durham Workforce Development Board
The mission of the Youth Council of the Durham Workforce Development Board is to serve as a prominent leader and coordinator, actively spearheading strategies and allocating resources to ensure that youth aged 14–24 acquire the essential tools and skills for success as responsible citizens residents in the Durham community, leading to long-term career success for youth. Through comprehensive career exploration, exposure, skill development, and work-based learning experiences, we aim to empower the youth with the knowledge and capabilities needed for a thriving future. For more information about the Durham Workforce Development Board, visit, https://www.durhamnc.gov/460/Workforce-Development-Board
About Us
DSA is an active and dynamic center for arts and academic education. School life at DSA is based on our shared culture of success and an emphasis on tolerance, diversity, personal responsibility, and respect for individual differences.
We are a school like no other. Durham School of the Arts (DSA) is a magnet school founded on the premise of providing our students with an education focused on excellence in the visual and performing arts and rigorous academics. We believe that since our students are both participants and consumers of the arts, they will be better educated and more informed citizens. As a result, we expect our students to be the leaders and intellectuals of tomorrow.
DSA partners with top tier institutions, such as the Durham Performing Arts Center, Duke University and the American Dance Festival, to expose our students to high-caliber guest artists who provide workshops and master classes.
Email: dist.frontoffice.323-DSA@dpsnc.net
Website: https://www.dpsnc.net/dsa
Location: 400 North Duke Street, Durham, NC, USA
Phone: 919-560-3926