03/10/2026
We are so so proud of Youth Leadership Council Delegate Allison Ober for representing Arkansas at the NRECA PowerXchange Conference in Nashville. โค๏ธ๐ MyEnergyAVECC
Arkansas' electric cooperatives have sponsored the tour for Arkansas youth annually since 1990. Capitol.
Tour participants are selected by the state's 17 electric distribution cooperatives through essay contests and interviews. During the tour, the group visits historic sites such as Mount Vernon, the Smithsonian Institution, Arlington National Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial, the Newseum and the U.S.
03/10/2026
We are so so proud of Youth Leadership Council Delegate Allison Ober for representing Arkansas at the NRECA PowerXchange Conference in Nashville. โค๏ธ๐ MyEnergyAVECC
Make your mark on history! ๐บ๐ธ โ๏ธ ๐ Arkansas high school juniors can trade textbooks for history this summer on the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour โ an all-expenses-paid leadership trip to Washington, D.C., June 13โ19. Apply today!
https://www.aecc.com/community/youth-tour/
๐บ๐ธ โ๏ธ ๐ Each summer, a select group of Arkansas high school juniors trades their textbooks for a front-row seat to history on the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour. It's an all-expenses-paid, week-long leadership experience in our nationโs capital from June 13-19. Apply today to make your mark! https://www.aecc.com/community/youth-tour/
02/26/2026
PAST YOUTH TOUR DELEGATES: Stop scrolling โ your summer plans just got a major upgrade.
The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas is looking for a summer intern to join our External Affairs team (Communications, Governmental Affairs and Economic Development) at our Little Rock office.
โข Get paid and gain valuable real-world work experience.
โข Weโll help with housing if you live outside of central Arkansas.
โข BONUS! Reunite and work with your favorite Youth Tour Director JD Lowery.
https://careers.aecc.com/job/Little-Rock-External-Affairs-Intern-Arka-72209/1350607000/
02/26/2026
๐บ๐ธ ๐ HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS: Don't miss this exclusive leadership opportunity. The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour, held June 13โ19, offers an all-expenses-paid experience in our nationโs capital. Participants will engage with history, develop leadership traits and represent Arkansas on a national stage. Submit your application today to make your mark on history!
https://www.aecc.com/community/youth-tour/
02/23/2026
This is a great opportunity for past Youth Tour delegates!
Take your Youth Tour experience further this summer in Washington, D.C.
Rising college juniors and seniors, join NRECA for a 12-week paid internship working in government relations, communications, IT, finance and more, and see how co-ops make an impact every day.
Build real experience, expand your network and stay connected to the mission that started it all.
Learn more and apply at the link in the comments.
This summer, a select group of Arkansas high school juniors will head to Washington, D.C., for the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour.
From June 13-19, you could be exploring historic landmarks and building leadership skills on this all-expenses-paid journey. Donโt just read about history โ experience it. Apply today and make your mark! ๐บ๐ธ ๐
https://www.aecc.com/community/youth-tour/
02/19/2026
Past Youth Tour Delegates! If you're working and living in the D.C. area, don't miss this great opportunity!
DC/DMV area and Youth Tour alum? This is your sign ๐
If Youth Tour ever brought you to DC and you now call the DC or DMV area home, we want to reconnect and help you make your mark again.
Take a minute to add your name and stay in the loop for whatโs coming next. Learn more at the link in the comments below!
02/17/2026
Former Youth Tour delegates: Donโt miss your chance to spend the summer interning in Washington, D.C.!
NRECA Government Relations is seeking rising college juniors or seniors for a summer internship โ an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in federal advocacy while working alongside their team. Apply online at https://nreca.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Government-Relations-Intern_R2026-833
HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS! ๐บ๐ธ Get a front-row seat to history this summer with the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas Youth Tour.
Where: Washington, D.C.!
When: June 13โ19
Cost: All-expenses-paid courtesy of your local electric cooperative
Apply now for this trip-of-a-lifetime!
https://www.aecc.com/community/youth-tour/