Summer Leadership Programs
Students learn leadership skills, make friends & experience college in just one week.
Business Summer Camp
At Washington Business Week, high school students step into executive roles, lead real-world business simulations, and pitch to investors — all in just one week. It’s hands-on, high-energy, and built for future leaders.
Students are mentored by professionals from the business community who guide the students through the college-level curriculum. Students learn from both speakers and firsthand experience about leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, and innovation in the 21st-century workplace. Students leave Business Week with a better understanding of themselves and the careers they can pursue.
Join the community of more than 75,000 students who have learned from Washington Business Week in this summer program for any high school student.
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Find a career.
Gain skills.
Build your resume.
Have fun.
Earn 2 college credits.
Ready for a lifechanging week?
Students learn skills at WBW…
Gain skills in leadership, public speaking, teamwork, critical thinking, networking, finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, and more.
Students make valuable connections…
Meet today's business leaders as instructors and mentors, while making lifelong friendships with the leaders of tomorrow.
Experience college, earn credit…
Through our university level business simulation and instructor time on a college campus, you'll get two college credits.
Overnight at University of Puget Sound
Seattle Area • Jun 21-26 • $1,350
Experience transformative learning with our overnight camp at the University of Puget Sound.
Overnight Program at Eastern Washington Univ.
Spokane Area • Jul 12-17 • $1,150
Unlock new skills through our overnight program at this location near Spokane.
Day Program at Renton Technical College
Seattle Area • Jul 27-31 • $825
Last chance to embark on a learning journey with our final program of the summer at RTC.
Learn from Real-World Business Professionals
Throughout the program, from networking events to investor-style presentations, students learn directly from experienced professionals who volunteer their time to share real-world perspectives. These volunteers come from a range of industries and roles, offering insights into leadership, innovation, and career pathways.
See some of the guests who joined us in 2025.
Business Pathway
A high-energy, one-week program where high school students take on executive roles, run a real-world business simulation, and pitch innovative ideas while building leadership and career-ready skills.
Healthcare Pathway
A program where students work in clinic teams to solve healthcare challenges, explore the business of medicine, and develop solutions that improve patient care.
Advanced Business Pathway
An exclusive, advanced program for WBW alumni that deepens skills in entrepreneurship and leadership through new challenges, speakers, and hands-on experiences.
Who is Business Week for?
WBW is open to all high school students, if you're entering high school this summer, or just graduated, we'd love to have you join us!
Business Week is great for students on any career pathway, whether you want to go into management, law, art, science, or welding you'll learn skills that will help you get ahead in your career!
More than 75,000 students have attended Washington Business Week. Our alumni include C-level executives at public companies, scientists, bankers, doctors, justices on the Washington Supreme Court, and many other professionals throughout the world.
How long is Washington Business Week?
WBW has two types of programs. Day programs run from Monday through Friday from 8am - 6pm. Residential (sleepaway/overnight programs) run from Sunday to Friday.
How can I participate? Do I need to apply?
Washington Business Week works hard to ensure every student who is interested in developing their career can. We do not have an application process. Instead, you only need enroll using this link.
What does it cost?
Washington Business Week is subsidized by the Washington business community to teach young people the skills they need for their careers. Business Week programs range from $600 - $1,350 to attend. Many of our students recieve scholarships, you can find out more on our Scholarships page.
What is the refund policy?
You can receive a full refund until 14 days before the program starts. Cancellations later than 14 days are non-refundable.
Spots are limited, so it's best to register immediately.
Tell me more about the college credit?
Students earn two credits from Renton Technical College (RTC) for attending the program. These elective credits are broadly transferable, meaning even if you don't attend RTC you can often use those credits at your college or university.
Students can earn two credits each time they attend WBW, however international students are not eligible to earn credit.
Our College Credit page has more information on earning credit at WBW.
Can I pick my roommate?
Yes, you can choose your roommate while signing up.
University of Puget Sound
June 21st - June 26th- Tacoma, WA (Outside Seattle)
- Pathways: Business, Advanced
- Professional Mentors
- Learn Real Career Skills
- 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Overnight Residential Program
- Stay in Dorms on a College Campus
Eastern Washington University
July 12th - July 17th- Cheney, WA (Outside Spokane)
- Pathways: Business, Healthcare
- Professional Mentors
- Learn Real Career Skills
- 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Overnight Residential Program
- Stay in Dorms on a College Campus
Renton Technical College
July 27th - July 31st- Renton, WA (Outside Seattle)
- Pathway: Business
- Professional Mentors
- Learn Real Career Skills
- 5 Days
- Day Commuter Program
- Learn on a College Campus
I learned so much about teamwork, leadership, and professionalism. Washington Business Week was my first time in a leadership position (as the CEO of the company). I learned what it meant to lead a team. At University of Washington, we have team projects in every class. Everything I learned directly applies to what I do now.
– Emmeline Vu, WBW alumna and University of Washington Student