Construction Camp 2026
Construction Camp 2026
June 8–12, 2026
Build Skills. Build Confidence. Build Community.
Are you curious about how houses are built—or interested in a future in construction, engineering, or the skilled trades? Construction Camp is a free, hands-on, five-day experience where you’ll work alongside professionals, learn real-world construction skills, and gain exposure to career pathways that build both homes and futures.
Participants will spend the week learning foundational construction techniques, working as a team on an active Habitat for Humanity of York County build site, and developing workplace skills such as communication, responsibility, and leadership.
Application Instructions
Application Window:
📅 February 16 – March 13, 2026
To apply, complete and submit an application in full by March 13, 2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
All applicants will be notified of their application status and invited to schedule a 15-minute video interview with Habitat staff by April 1, 2026. Interviews are a required part of the selection process.
Final acceptance decisions will be made by April 15, 2026.
Important Participation Requirements
Construction Camp is free to all accepted participants. However, applicants must commit to the following:
- Attend all five days of camp (June 8–12, 2026). Camp starts promptly at 9:00 AM. Participants should be prepared to stay until 4:00 PM each day, with the exception of Monday, June 8, where participants will complete a Financial Literacy training session presented by Skyla Credit Union from 4:30 PM- 5:30 PM.
- Be actively engaged in hands-on work and learning activities.
- Arrive on time each day prepared to participate.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude, respect for others, and a willingness to learn.
- Be able to provide their own transportation to and from the York County Natural Gas Authority Fort Mill location located at 1299 Schlumberger Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29715.
This program is fast-paced, team-oriented, and designed for students who are ready to show up, work hard, and take the experience seriously.
Activities
June 8-12, 2026
Day 1: Safety & Foundations
Day 2: Building Structure
Day 3: Plumbing & Systems
Day 4: Electrical & Interior
Day 5: Drywall & Graduation
Deliverables
By the end of camp, all participants will receive:
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Hands-on exposure to framing, plumbing, electrical, and drywall
- Basic financial literacy toolkit for young adults
Support Construction Camp
Habitat for Humanity of York County’s free, 5-day Construction Camp gives York County residents ages 16–18 the chance to earn OSHA-10 certification and build real construction skills for the future. Your support will allow us to continue to provide this program FREE to all York County residents. If you are interested in supporting Construction Camp, please reach out to Summersby Okey at sokey@yorkcountyhabitat.org or (803) 982-9828 or use the link below to make a donation online.





