Wesco's VOLT Business Resource Group Partners With SAME STEM Camps To Inspire Future Engineers and STEM Leaders

PITTSBURGH, PA / ACCESS Newswire / August 6, 2026 / Wesco's Veterans Opportunity Liaison Team (VOLT) Business Resource Group, through sponsorship from Wesco Cares, partnered with the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) to support its STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps, helping introduce students to hands-on experiences in engineering, construction, leadership and problem solving. SAME's camps provide immersive STEM opportunities for students and serve more than 300 participants annually across multiple camp locations.

As part of the partnership, the Wesco Safety team worked with Ansell to donate 330 pairs of safety glasses and gloves to help equip campers across five camps for hands-on activities that bring STEM learning to life. The contribution reflects Wesco's commitment to supporting education, workforce development and safe learning environments.

The initiative was led by VOLT, a Wesco Business Resource Group, and sponsored through Wesco Cares, the company's global community engagement program. The partnership aligns with VOLT's mission to support veterans, military-connected communities and future generations of leaders through service and community engagement.

"At Wesco, we believe in investing in the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers," said Don Snowden, Wesco Senior Vice President and General Manager, Communications Security Solutions and VOLT Executive Sponsor. "Through the support of Wesco Cares, this partnership with SAME allowed us to contribute both resources and expertise to a program that helps students explore STEM careers while developing leadership, teamwork and technical skills."

SAME's STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps are designed to introduce high school students to engineering, science and construction careers through real-world challenges, mentorship opportunities and hands-on learning experiences. The camps bring together military leaders, industry professionals and students to foster curiosity, collaboration and career exploration.

"Supporting STEM education is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future," said Don. "We're proud to support VOLT's partnership with SAME and help create opportunities that inspire young people to pursue careers that will help build, connect, power and protect the world."

By partnering with organizations like SAME, VOLT and Wesco Cares continue to demonstrate Wesco's commitment to strengthening communities, supporting military-connected organizations and helping develop the workforce of tomorrow. To learn more about Wesco in the community, visit Wesco.com.

About Wesco

Wesco International (NYSE:WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500® company with approximately $24 billion in annual sales in 2025 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 21,000 people, partners with the industry's premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and significant digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations.

About SAME

Founded in 2016, the SAME Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering engineering leadership for the nation. The Foundation supports STEM education, workforce development, and leadership programs that strengthen national resilience. Learn more at same.org/foundation.

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Jennifer Sniderman
Vice President, Corporate Communications
Jennifer.sniderman@wescodist.com

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