Hampton, Lenzini, and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) recently welcomed a group of twelve local high school students for a week-long internship. During this program, the students explored various departments within the company and gained practical, hands-on experience in the field.
This immersive internship offered students invaluable insights into many aspects of civil engineering and provided a preview of the potential rewards of a career in this field. Topics covered included traffic engineering, materials testing, CAD/corridor modeling, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), water/wastewater engineering, design engineering, construction engineering, environmental engineering, structural engineering, and land surveying.
The internships were organized through a collaboration between the Alignment Collaborative for Education and leaders from School Districts U-46, 300, and 301. Alignment is a collective impact organization comprising business and community leaders working alongside U-46 to support district priorities. One of Alignment's key initiatives, the "A-Team" committee, is dedicated to promoting college and career pathways for all U-46 high school students, aiming to create a qualified workforce that is eager to live and work in their local communities.
Reflecting on his experience, intern Yandel G. said, "It was an awesome week with HLR, followed by another week at Judson, including visits to Risepointe and Anguleris. Both weeks helped align my goals with what I learned and envision for my future."
Each summer, students can engage in internships provided by Alignment's business and community partners, making these valuable experiences possible. These internships are proudly sponsored by Kane County Region 110 CTE Programs, Elgin Township, and local host employers, including Judson University and WT Group.
Hampton, Lenzini, and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) is honored to offer these enriching learning opportunities, helping to shape the next generation of engineers, scientists, and surveyors!
Video Producer: Addison T., Alignment Collaborative for Education Intern South Elgin High School
Video Assistant: Imaan A., Alignment Collaborative for Education Intern Elgin High School
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