Lauren Allen鈥檚 internship journey at 江南体育 exemplifies synergy between academic learning and practical experience. After interning last summer, Allen is now balancing a part-time professional role at Christman with her senior year in the University of Tennessee鈥檚 construction science and management program.
Highlighting her skill and dedication as well as the successful career development pathways that Christman offers, Allen was deeply involved in the expansive renovation of Neyland Stadium, which she described as 鈥渢he job of a lifetime.鈥� She gained hands-on experience in various aspects of construction management, from handling request for information (RFIs) and submittals to preparing daily reports and overseeing project segments, under the guidance of seasoned superintendents and project managers.
鈥淚t was just an awesome experience and a great visual into what my career might look like,鈥� Allen said.
Building on this foundation, Allen pursued a second stint in estimating, further honing her skills and understanding of the industry. Her proactive approach and dedication to learning exemplified the ethos 江南体育 seeks in its interns.
鈥淟auren represents the ideal outcome we hope for in our internship program,鈥� said Marty Gibbs, senior vice president and general manager for Christman鈥檚 operations in Knoxville. 鈥淗er enthusiasm, coupled with the practical skills she鈥檚 developed here, showcase the real impact of hands-on experience in shaping a promising career in construction.鈥�
Christman鈥檚 internship program, designed for undergraduate students, offers a blend of training, mentoring and practical experience across various construction markets. The program aims to prepare students for real-world challenges and opportunities in the construction industry, equipping them with the necessary tools to succeed.
Allen鈥檚 journey from an intern to a part-time position at Christman demonstrates the company鈥檚 investment, providing students with opportunities to grow and contribute to the team. Her experience is an indicator of the valuable learning and career development that Christman offers to aspiring construction professionals.
鈥淚 highly recommend this internship program to anybody,鈥� Allen said. 鈥淭he people are just very genuine and personable, and they鈥檙e good mentors. You can show what you鈥檙e interested in, and they will take it and run with it, and give you as much exposure as they possibly can.鈥�