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Welcome to Biotechnology at FCC
Biotechnology Career Programs
Open to Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) high school juniors and seniors, Biotechnology Career Programs offer hands-on training and real-world experiences to students interested in pursuing a biotechnology career. Following successful completion, opportunities include pursuing and acquiring a full-time apprenticeship after high school graduation which will pay for an associate degree at Frederick Community College. Additionally, participation may lead to fully paid job opportunities in the industry at companies including Kite, Lonza, Texcell and VaLogic.
Browse programs below to learn more!
Spring 2025 Biotechnology Internship Program • FCPS Juniors & Seniors • FREE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. • January 25 to May 16, 2025
Dual Enrollment • FCPS Juniors & Seniors
Earn your high school diploma and college credits simultaneously.
Get a head start on your college education through the Dual Enrollment program. FCPS students can start taking college classes at FCC towards earning a biotechnology degree while still in high school. Frederick County Public School students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at FCC for all courses.
DUAL ENROLLMENT | Learn More
Summer 2025 Biotechnology Camp • FCPS Graduating Class of 2025 • FREE
Monday through Thursday • 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • June 16 to June 27, 2025
FCPS students graduating in the spring are invited to participate in this two-week summer program delivering an introduction to the local biotech industry. In addition to exploring the world of biotechnology at Frederick Community College, the program includes opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials and utilize program support to gain an entry-level position in the local workforce.
SUMMER PROGRAM | Interest Form
Biological Technician Apprenticeship • Incoming FCC Freshmen
Receive on-the-job training while earning income and a degree
In this program, you can earn a Biotechnology A.A.S. degree while receiving on-the-job training in the local biotech industry. As an apprentice, you can earn income while your employer pays for your education.
APPRENTICESHIPS | Learn More
A Note for FCPS High School Students
Frederick County Public School (FCPS) students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at Frederick Community College (FCC) for all courses. Scholarships may be available to cover program fees, materials, and books for select programs. Students are encouraged to first speak with their high school counselor if they plan to enroll in an FCC academic credit or Workforce Development course or program at the College.
Biotechnology Career Programs
Open to Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) high school juniors and seniors, Biotechnology Career Programs offer hands-on training and real-world experiences to students interested in pursuing a biotechnology career. Following successful completion, opportunities include pursuing and acquiring a full-time apprenticeship after high school graduation which will pay for an associate degree at Frederick Community College. Additionally, participation may lead to fully paid job opportunities in the industry at companies including Kite, Lonza, Texcell and VaLogic.
Browse programs below to learn more!
Spring 2025 Biotechnology Internship Program • FCPS Juniors & Seniors • FREE
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. • January 25 to May 16, 2025
The Biotechnology Internship Program includes three dual enrollment classes offered through FCC and FCPS.
INTERNSHIP | Interest Form - Students will attend their home high school in the morning and participate in the internship program at Frederick Community College in the afternoon for 15 hours per week.
- Students are responsible for personal transportation between their high school and FCC.
- Earn six (6) college credits from three 5-week dual enrollment classes:
o BIOT 101 - Biotechnology and Society (3 credits)
o BIOT 103 - Basic Lab Techniques (1 credit)
o INTR 102 - Internship (2 credits) - Earn 2 high school credits and an industry recognized credential.
- Develop work-based learning experience leading to high-wage, high-skill, in-demand careers in the biotech industry.
Dual Enrollment • FCPS Juniors & Seniors
Earn your high school diploma and college credits simultaneously.
Get a head start on your college education through the Dual Enrollment program. FCPS students can start taking college classes at FCC towards earning a biotechnology degree while still in high school. Frederick County Public School students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at FCC for all courses.
DUAL ENROLLMENT | Learn More
Summer 2025 Biotechnology Camp • FCPS Graduating Class of 2025 • FREE
Monday through Thursday • 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • June 16 to June 27, 2025
FCPS students graduating in the spring are invited to participate in this two-week summer program delivering an introduction to the local biotech industry. In addition to exploring the world of biotechnology at Frederick Community College, the program includes opportunities to earn industry-recognized credentials and utilize program support to gain an entry-level position in the local workforce.
SUMMER PROGRAM | Interest Form
Biological Technician Apprenticeship • Incoming FCC Freshmen
Receive on-the-job training while earning income and a degree
In this program, you can earn a Biotechnology A.A.S. degree while receiving on-the-job training in the local biotech industry. As an apprentice, you can earn income while your employer pays for your education.
APPRENTICESHIPS | Learn More
A Note for FCPS High School Students
Frederick County Public School (FCPS) students may receive free tuition through Dual Enrollment at Frederick Community College (FCC) for all courses. Scholarships may be available to cover program fees, materials, and books for select programs. Students are encouraged to first speak with their high school counselor if they plan to enroll in an FCC academic credit or Workforce Development course or program at the College.
