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Interns Gain an In-Depth Understanding of Civil Engineering and Architecture

July 27, 2023

Alignment is very fortunate to be able to partner with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick Inc. (HLR) and Judson University to provide students interested in architecture and civil engineering with real-life experience in the field. These experiences allowed 15 students to solidify their goals for the future and determine if this is the path for them.

During this internship students learned how civil engineering ties into architecture and design. Garrett Burton, one of the interns described his experience at Judson as having the opportunity to look into the more creative side of architecture/civil engineering. “We didn’t focus on the more technical parts, but we did a lot of things surrounding creativity.” says Garrett Burton.

Intern Hannah Savella commenting on the HLR portion of the internship described it as, “learning about engineering [through HLR] was an incredibly eye-opening experience. Seeing familiar classroom concepts used in the real world and affecting our lives really makes what we learn feel far more important and grounded.”

Once again, Alignment would like to express its gratitude to both HLR and Judson University in allowing us to host these ambitious students. Their generosity and the education they are providing to these interns are helping to shape future generations of civil engineers and architects.

Article and photos were provided by Alignment’s two high school interns: Bryanna Cole, Elgin High School and Jasmine Fox, Bartlett High School.

Kristen Dykema, HLR, teaching a group of interns in a wetland area
Interns in the Judson classroom learning about architectural design

Filed Under: Alignment, Internships

Interns Experience Healthcare Professions from Pharmacy to Public Health

July 17, 2023

Ashwitha Sankor, Bartlett High School intern, assists Well Child Center Dental Staff

Advocate Sherman Hospital and Well Child Center Host High School Interns

Over 80 high school students utilized the summer to advance their career readiness. Thirteen of those students chose pharmacy and public health hosted by Advocate Sherman Hospital and Well Child Center. Alignment in partnership with Advocate Sherman and Well Child was able to offer students a one-of-a-kind paid pharmaceutical technician internship in collaboration with Advocate Sherman Hospital, as well as a paid internship with Elgin’s Well Child Center focused on public health in order to give ambitious students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of healthcare.

“Being in a real clinical setting provides a sense of experience that you can’t get from a classroom.” says Sahanj Joshi, one of ten pharmacy technician interns at Advocate Sherman. These interns completed both online coursework at the hospital as well as clinical hours in the hospital pharmacy. Students were able to both observe and participate in using the drug carousel, filling orders, and restocking crash carts. Alignment was also able to cater to those looking into the sphere of public health by offering three paid internships at Well Child Center. Interns assisted with the food pantry and worked directly with the dentist at the center. “I think I’ve not only gained communication skills because I’ve been interacting with a lot of different people, but I’ve also learned what it means to be a nonprofit and how everything is centered in the community. I’ve really learned the values here and I think that’s been really cool.” says Mahitha, one of the Well Child Interns.

Alignment expresses its appreciation to Advocate Sherman and the Well Child Center for providing these students with real-life experiences in order to help them feel confident and excited about their future endeavors. Ambitious and hard-working students interested in healthcare can be sure to gain a thorough understanding of the healthcare field with these paid summer internships.

Article and photos were provided by Alignment’s two high school interns: Bryanna Cole, Elgin High School and Jasmine Fox, Bartlett High School.

Authors Bryanna Cole, Elgin High School, and Jasmine Fox, Bartlett High School visit with Stephanie Asare, intern for Representative Anna Moeller's Office.
Authors Bryanna Cole, Elgin High School, and Jasmine Fox, Bartlett High School visit with Stephanie Asare, intern for Representative Anna Moeller’s Office.
Students Celebrate 100% Completion of Pharmacy Technician Internship
Students Celebrate 100% Completion of Pharmacy Technician Internship

Filed Under: Alignment, Internships

Alignment Launches Summer Internships with 24 Partner Organizations

June 15, 2023

Alignment - Summer Interns at Advocate Sherman Hospital
Advocate Sherman Hospital, Pharmacy Tech Interns

New Internship Opportunities Offered in 11 Career Fields

Alignment in partnership with Northern Kane County Region 110 and School District U-46 is offering more than 80 paid summer internship opportunities to high school students from school districts U-46, 300, and 301. Eleven career fields are highlighted this summer such as the new pilot program in pharmacy sponsored by Advocate Sherman Hospital.  Elgin Sweeper has expanded its internship opportunities to include both engineering and welding experiences. Once again, Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. in partnership with Judson University will provide 15 students experiences in architecture, civil engineering, and design. These are just a few examples of what the summer has to offer to high school students.

Stay tuned to learn more about these internships, the hosting organizations, and the students excelling through these experiences.

Thank you to the following organizations and our school districts for hosting these career exploration opportunities:

Advocate Sherman Hospital
Alignment Collaborative for Education
ALTA
The Atrium at Oak Crest Residence
Bartlett Park District
City of Elgin
Downtown Neighborhood Association
Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce
Elgin Partnership for Early Learning (EPEL)
Elgin Sweeper
Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc.
Hanover Township

ITW Shakeproof
Judson University
Northern Kane County Region 110
Office of State Representative Anna Moeller
Reishauer
School District U-46
Streamwood Park District
Talent First
Taylor Family YMCA
Village of Bartlett
Well Child Center
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Elgin Sweeper
Streamwood Park District
YMCA
Village of Bartlett
Village of Streamwwod
Electriflex
ITW Shakeproof
Reishauer

Filed Under: Alignment, Community Partnerships, Internships

Alignment prepares students for summer internships and the senior job fair 

February 9, 2023

Alignment’s program manager, Edgar Montes, leads student discussions.

Over 500 High School Students Ready to Develop Resumes and Prepare for Interviews

To prepare interested juniors in applying this spring for summer internships and to help seniors seeking employment after graduation prepare for the senior job fair on Thursday, April 20, Alignment provided U-46 students with work-based learning skills including an application, resume and interviewing skills workshop. Alignment’s program manager, Edgar Montes, led students in a discussion of application tips, resume development, and interview preparation. 

Alignment is also offering interested students the opportunity to have their resumes reviewed and edited by local human resources partners within the Alignment Collaborative to include Gail Borden Public Library, Junior Achievement, and the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) for a three week period during mid February thru early March. Over 500 students to date have attended the initial application, resume and interview workshop, and we are looking forward to the opportunities they have to use these skills applying for internships and summer jobs.

Alignment’s Executive Director, Nancy Coleman, leads discussion on internships.

Filed Under: Alignment, Career Education, Internships

Visit and Tour of West Side Tractor

January 23, 2023

Alignment, U-46, and Northern Kane County Region 110 were hosted by the AED Foundation and West Side Tractors to discuss work-based learning opportunities for students in the large equipment career pathway.

Filed Under: Alignment, Community Partnerships, Internships

High School Interns Gain Career Experience in Municipalities and Community Service Agencies

August 18, 2022

Students Experience Public Service Careers

Alignment joining with the City of Elgin, the Downtown Neighborhood Association, Hanover Township, Streamwood Park District, Taylor Family YMCA, Village of Bartlett, and the Village of Hanover Park, offered 26 high school students the opportunity to gain experience in Business, Marketing, Public Service, and Education settings as part of a summer, work-based learning experience.

Ronin Shah, a student at Bartlett High School and intern for the Downtown Neighborhood Association, described his experience as “being able to gain real life experience working at the DNA. I was able to get that one-on-one community collaboration experience that I would not have had over the summer if I didn’t experience this opportunity.”

These internship experiences showed students “firsthand” the importance of community service and the positive impact that municipalities and community organizations contribute to the quality of life for families. Students also worked to improve their future employability skills as City of Elgin interns participated in resume development led by Billie Moffett from Gail Borden Public Library and interview skills with the assistance of Alignment’s staff at the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce.

Hosting organizations also benefited. Jeff Janda, Executive Director of the Streamwood Park District, “readily agreed to host a team of summer interns. The interns contributed their ideas and creativity to enhance our marketing and communications efforts throughout the community.”

Thank you to our community partners and municipalities for making these experiences possible.

Filed Under: Alignment, Career Education, Community Partnerships, Internships

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