Celebrating Engineers Week: How Hallam-ICS Supports Future Engineers

Engineering shapes the world around us—from the bridges we cross to the technology we rely on every day. But who will design the innovations of tomorrow? Engineers Week, established by DiscoverE.org, celebrates the professionals driving progress while inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in STEM. At Hallam-ICS, we believe in building that future through mentorship, outreach, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Mentorship

Mentorship and education are among the most valuable investments we can make. Engineering is a profession built on curiosity and continuous learning, and at Hallam-ICS, we encourage our employees to give back—whether it’s through mentoring young engineers, speaking at career fairs, or supporting local STEM programs.

We have a long-standing relationship with the folks at STEAM Train, a non-profit organization that is committed to moving generations, especially underserved, under resourced, and underrepresented populations, to careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and beyond. To quote part of their website:

“The future will be brighter as we illuminate their path, increase their awareness of related careers, and develop the skills needed to increase their earning potential.” 

You can learn more about the great relationships our engineers have formed with the folks at STEAM Train by reading this blog: https://www.hallam-ics.com/blog/wisest-investments-for-the-future-are-not-monetary

We’re proud to support the ACE Mentor Program, which has been inspiring high school students to explore careers in architecture, engineering, and construction since 1994. With college enrollment in these fields down 79%, early exposure is more important than ever to spark interest and grow the next generation of professionals.

At Hallam-ICS we offer internship opportunities, providing hands-on experience in the field of engineering. Many students approach graduation with strong technical knowledge but uncertainty about how to apply it in their careers. Our internships offer valuable real-world exposure, helping students explore their interests and gain practical insights into the engineering profession.

At the end of her internship with us, one of our recent interns shared, “Some skills I was able to learn from my time at Hallam-ICS were drafting on programs Revit and AutoCAD, presentation and public speaking through creating a knowledge transfer presentation, communication, professionalism, and collaboration through working with my colleagues on projects, and lastly technical knowledge about HVAC systems, process piping, and electrical design. These skills and knowledge have helped me develop as a future engineer and student, forcing me to critically think through an engineering perspective.”

There are benefits from both being mentors and receiving mentorship from coworkers. In a recent blog, https://www.hallam-ics.com/blog/the-impact-of-oral-traditions-on-mentoring-and-knowledge-transfer one of our engineers talks about the importance of knowledge transfer. When asked about his personal experience with mentoring, he said, “Being a mentor has given me the opportunity to pass along the knowledge I was given when I was just learning about my own career. Seeing a big idea on the face of a younger engineer has been the most rewarding part”.

Another engineer that works at Hallam-ICS expressed his thankfulness of being on the receiving end of mentorship, “A coworker/mentor of mine takes the time to sit down with me every other week to catch up on how things are going in our work and personal lives…he goes into detail on explaining things applicable to situations that arise on projects, and even went out of his way to make sure I got my own personal physical copy of code books and helps review important sections.”

Empowering Women in Engineering

Engineering is for everyone, and we’re proud to support initiatives that encourage more women to enter the field. In Girl Scout to Engineer, one of our engineers shares how early exposure to STEM programs, like the Girl Scouts, sparked her interest in engineering and set her on the path to a successful career.

Representation matters, and our team also actively supports groups like the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), as detailed in Reflecting on My First Year as a SWE Section President. By encouraging young women to explore engineering careers, we help shape a more diverse and inclusive future for the industry.

Building a Stronger Future, Together

At Hallam-ICS, we believe that engineering is more than a career, it’s a responsibility to create a better world. By mentoring students, supporting diversity in STEM, and investing in hands-on learning experiences, we are helping to inspire and equip the engineers of the future.

• If you're an engineer, consider mentoring a student or getting involved in a STEM program.
• If you're a student, explore internship opportunities or connect with engineers in your field.
• If you're passionate about STEM education, support organizations like STEAM Train, ACE Mentor or Society of Women Engineers.

This Engineers Week, we celebrate not only the work we do but also the impact we have on the next generation. To all the engineers, educators, and mentors shaping the future of STEM—thank you!

About the author

I came to Hallam-ICS in 2015 as the Office Manager in our Vermont office. In 2018 I joined the marketing team  as a Social Media Coordinator and currently fill the role of Marketing Associate working remotely from Southwest Florida. 

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About Hallam-ICS

Hallam-ICS is an engineering and automation company that designs MEP systems for facilities and plants, engineers control and automation solutions, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance through arc flash studies, commissioning, and validation. Our offices are located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Vermont and North Carolina, Texas and Florida and our projects take us world-wide.