Finding a job in today’s workforce requires more than just a high school diploma. At Enoree Career Center, we focus on preparing students for high skill, high wage, high demand careers that provide real opportunities right after graduation and open doors to long-term success.

Whether your goal is to step directly into a skilled trade career right out of high school, enlist in the military to serve our country, continue your education at Greenville Technical College for an associate’s degree, or pursue a bachelor’s degree at Clemson, Furman, or South Carolina, Enoree has a program designed for you. For students with long-term plans of earning an advanced degree, our programs provide the technical foundation and hands-on experience that set them apart at the next level.

From engineering-based programs like Production Engineering and Mechatronics to service-driven fields like Firefighting or EMT, and from creative industries such as Graphic Communications and Cosmetology to technical trades like Welding, Automotive Technology, and Culinary Arts, Enoree offers programs that match student interests and align with industry needs.

At Enoree, you’ll find a program designed to support:

• A student preparing for a skilled trade career right out of high school
• A student who plans to enlist in military service
• A student aiming to attend a technical school for an associate’s degree
• A student pursuing a four-year degree at a college or university
• A student with long-term goals of earning an advanced degree

No matter your path, Enoree Career Center provides the skills, support, and experiences to help you stand out. Through the district’s Graduation Plus initiative, every student has the chance to graduate with more than just a diploma—earning certifications, skills, and college credit that connect directly to the careers and opportunities shaping our community, our state, and our future.

How can Enoree help to open doors to college opportunities?  Colleges and universities highly value students with a career and technology education background. Here are four resume and application-ready benefits for college-bound students who attend Enoree Career Center:

1. Diverse Skill Set: Students with hands-on, technical skills bring diversity to college campuses. Their unique experiences and abilities can contribute to a well-rounded student body.
2. Real-World Experience: Many colleges seek students who have practical, real-world experience. Graduates of career and technology programs often have a strong foundation, making them attractive candidates for further education.
3. Work Ethic and Determination: Completing a two-year career and technology program demonstrates a strong work ethic and determination. These qualities are highly regarded by colleges when reviewing applications.
4. Career Goals: Having a clear career goal and a foundation in a specific field can help students align their college education with their aspirations, making them more likely to succeed in their chosen majors.

Automotive Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

Building Construction

Cosmetology

Culinary Arts

Firefighting

Graphic Communications

Law Enforcement

Machine Tool Technology

Production Engineering

Welding

Michelin Scholars Program

Designed by Michelin’s maintenance training team in collaboration with Greenville County Schools in South Carolina, the Michelin Youth Apprenticeship Program provides a pathway for high school students to transition into Michelin’s Technical Scholars Program. The program introduces students to advanced manufacturing careers in fields ranging from engineering to machine tooling. Michelin provides Technical Scholars with free tuition, fees, and books while they complete a skilled technical program at a community college; hourly pay for 20 hours of work per week in a Michelin facility; and eligibility for entry-level employment upon graduation, with starting salary projections of $56,000 or more.

BMW Scholars Program

The BMW Scholars Program allows students to attend classes full-time at local two-year colleges while working part-time at BMW Manufacturing. Participation enables students to further their education while gaining valuable experience in a high-tech manufacturing environment and becoming potential candidates for full-time positions at BMW Manufacturing. Students spend their time working and training in one of three designated program tracks: automotive, logistics, or technical. The program also allows students to rotate between the manufacturing departments of the Body Shop, Paint Shop, and Assembly Shop. The starting wage is $14.50 per hour, and tuition assistance is provided each semester while in the program.