MassBay Community College and Framingham High School have teamed up for a third summer to offer an automotive technology summer boot camp, according to a community announcement.
The camp, which aims to address a shortage of trained automotive technicians, is funded by a grant from Framingham Public Schools, MassBay and Youth Connections/MassHire. The three-week, hands-on workshop accommodates 25 rising juniors and seniors from Framingham High, according to the announcement.
It started Monday, July 7, and runs four days a week (Monday through Thursday), concluding on Thursday, July 24.
“The automotive industry continues to face a critical shortage of trained automotive technicians, and MassBay’s leading auto tech program is uniquely positioned to help,” said MassBay Automotive Technology Dean David Protano, in a statement. “We always enjoy collaborating with our partners at Framingham High School to provide students with a comprehensive look into the automotive field, showing them what it takes to become a tech, and how working at a dealership or independent auto shop can provide a profitable and sustainable career path.”
The curriculum, designed by MassBay automotive faculty, covers safety and tool maintenance; tire repairs and balancing; warranty and recall services; automotive repair pay scales; and the diagnostic process.
Students will receive $1,500 stipends for participating in the program, according to the announcement. Those who successfully complete the camp will get a chance to intern at McGovern Automotive Group.
“This partnership with MassBay’s renowned automotive technology program offers our students not only hands-on technical experience, but also a real window into a thriving and essential industry,” said Framingham High School Principal Mark Albright, in a statement. “We’re proud to continue supporting this innovative summer boot camp.”
Partnership focuses on education and career exploration
The partnership between Framingham High School and Youth Connections focuses on education and career exploration, according to the announcement. The Youth Connections grant supports students in paid STEM internships and aims to increase opportunities for underrepresented high school students in STEM fields. A portion of the grant is used to fund the MassBay summer automotive technology boot camp.
MassBay’s Auto Technology program offers programs sponsored by major automotive brands like BMW, Toyota/Lexus, General Motors and JEEP/Chrysler/Dodge/Ram. The program includes a paid co-op component, allowing students to earn money and college credit while gaining hands-on experience.
For more information about MassBay, visit massbay.edu.
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