Make the most of your summer with camps, externships, and work opportunities in architecture, construction, and engineering.
Summer
Experiences
Build skills. Gain experience.
Shape your future.
Summer Camps
Find the camp for you!
Looking for ways to explore your future career this summer? Summer is the perfect time for ACE students to gain hands-on experience and learn more about architecture, construction, and engineering. The programs listed below offer opportunities to explore different career paths through camps and experiential learning.
Space is limited, and financial assistance may be available for select camps. Apply early to secure your spot!
Also, check with your affiliate to see if local camps are available.
NOTE: Camps websites are updated from year to year.
Please check back or contact the camp if you see dated information.
Please check with your local ACE affiliate to inquire about summer opportunities available.
| Camp Name Website | Summary Page | Flyer | When/Duration (Typically) | Discipline | Eligiblity | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Denver | Learn More | Download | July (1 week) | Arch-Studio Design Build | 11th-12th graders (first time ACE students only) | Denver, CO (On Campus) | $2,000 |
| Fallingwater Institute Program | Learn More | Download | June-Aug (1 week) | Arch-Studio Portfolio Work | 9th-12th graders | Mill Run, PA (at Fallingwater) | $1,500 not including travel |
| Jefferson CABE Summer Academy | Learn More | Download (need 2026) | July-Aug (1-3 weeks) | Arch-Foundational Skills | 10th-12th graders | Online and Phildephia, PA(On Campus) | $300/week+$50 deposit |
| NOMA Project Pipeline | Learn More | Video Link | June-Aug (Varies check website) | Arch-Community based projects and activites | 6th-12th graders (Check website) | Cities in US (check Website) | Typ free but some have Registration fee |
| Heavy Metal Summer Experience | Learn More | Video Link | June-Aug (Varies check website) | Construction Trades | Age 15-19 | Cities in US and Canada (check Website) | Free |
| SAME | Learn More | Download | June/July (1 Week) | Engineering and Construction | Age 15-19 | Cities in US (check Website) | $100-$800 |
Summer Workplace Experience
for Externships and More!
High school students are offered the ability to experience an actual workplace environment in the construction industry. Each affiliate will work with their students to explore and select the best fit for the summer experience. Externships may be offered through the following options (defined in the Externship Program Description Document):
• National Partner Firms • Local Host Firm Opportunities
• National Stipend Program • Externship HR Assistance Program
Host firms should contact their local affiliate for additional details.
Affiliates may reach The ACE Mentor Program for further guidance.
ACE Mentor proudly offers summer workplace experiences to high school students who have completed at least one year of the traditional ACE Mentor Program.
High School Summer Workplace Experiences (“Externships”) are provided to ACE Mentor students through their local ACE affiliate.
STUDENTS, please contact your local affiliate leader or mentor with interest or questions.
Work Permits
Explore state requirements
ACE is getting ready to place high school students in summer workplace experiences across the country. Some states require minors to get a work permit for their summer experience.
Important
A work permit is a document (also known as ‘working papers’) that certifies that an individual (usually under the age of 18) can be employed. Working permits are not federal requirements but many states will require them before employing a teenager or a child. Many states require a work permit work for students under the age of 18 but some have a lower age of 16. Many states allow students to get a work permit through their school. As students are enrolled in the summer workplace program, we will be reminding them that they need a work permit. We also ask that each affiliate helps us work with the students to get the necessary paperwork.
Some states require minors to get a work permit for their summer experience.
For assistance, please contact us for help.