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“The aim is to provide teachers with background on workforce development in the area and all of the possible opportunities that exist.

“Back in 2015, we were invited to participate in this program by Craven County Schools,” said Smith. She explained that the program focuses on giving teachers an in-depth look at careers they may not be familiar with so they can take these insights back to the classroom. Smith said FRCE’s involvement in the externship program began several years ago. If not, we're going to lose them to other opportunities in other areas.” “In order to sustain and grow our workforce, we have to make sure that our local youth know that these opportunities are here. “We are the largest employer, not only in the immediate area, but in eastern North Carolina,” said Smith. Each session lasted four days and provided teachers with an opportunity to tour the depot, immerse themselves in FRCE’s operations, and meet with personnel working in a wide range of career fields.Īccording to FRCE’s Advanced Technology & Innovation ATI (ATI) Team Kindergarten through 12 th Grade Educational Outreach Coordinator Michelle Smith, the program allows the depot to showcase career opportunities at the depot to area students. Six educators from local schools participated in the externship program that took place at FRCE with two sessions held in June and July. Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) recently hosted a group of Craven County School teachers as part of an externship program focused on preparing students for careers in industry.