Cooperative Youth Programs

One of the seven cooperative principles is "Concern for Community", and Harrison County REC is proud to contribute to the cooperative difference and invest in the next generation of leaders. Check out the available programs for youth in our area.

Our Services

Operations Summer Help

Students can assist our operations department by shadowing lineman, staking, metering, and electricians.

Contact our Operations Department

Iowa Youth Tour

HCREC selects one student delegate each year to travel on a week-long, all expense paid trip to Washington DC to learn more about the Cooperative business model and being a leader in their communities. Registration is open in April and the Tour takes place in June.

Apply for Youth Tour

Iowa Youth Leadership Academy

Students interested in public service and leadership can attend three webinars to learn more about advocacy, electric cooperative careers, and the co-op business model. The Iowa Youth Leadership Academy series is available in October with registration open in August.