Leadership Experience Growing Apprenticeships Committed to Youth (LEGACY) is a Department of the Air Force program that changes the game when it comes to identifying and retaining young American talent that will make up the future workforce. This three-phase program is designed to propel a middle school student to an Air Force STEM career after college graduation.

The three phases of LEGACY are Craftsman (age 11-15), Jr Apprentice (age 16+), and Apprentice (college).

Craftsman students are inspired through a series of week-long camps with hands-on experiences and opportunities to engage with their peers.

Jr Apprentice students experience a six to eight week internship during which they work under the guidance of a mentor, showcasing their projects at the end of the session.

Apprentice students build on their experience from the Jr Apprentice phase.

Working under the tutelage of a mentor, they are expected to be more independent and have more responsibility. These students grow into mentors for younger students in the program. Mentoring plays a vital role in LEGACY. The strength and prestige of LEGACY is a direct result of enthusiastic students and quality mentors and volunteers.

Deadline to apply

– March

Criteria

– U.S. Citizen

– Minimum GPA of: Craftsman Camp-2.5/Jr. Apprentice-2.5/Apprentice-3.0

– Craftsman Requirements: Must meet age requirement by June 1st. Must provide proof of grades and a reference.

– Jr Apprentice Requirements: Must work a minimum of six weeks during summer (June - August). Must have completed Age 15 Craftsman camp. Must be 16 years old by June 1st to work on installations.

– Apprentice Requirements: Enrolled part-time or full-time in a STEM degree program. One year experience as a Jr. Apprentice.