2017 Summer Teacher Externship Application (Partnership with Terracon and the Oklahoma State Department of Education) ABOUT TERRACON: Terracon is a consulting engineering firm that has provided quality engineering services to clients since 1965. From its roots in geotechnical engineering (the study of the physical properties of soil and rock to support man-made structures), Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services for private and public sector clients. Market sectors served: commercial and retail development, transportation, state and local government, energy, industrial, healthcare, and telecommunications, among others. Terracon currently operates more than 130 offices nationwide with more than 3,500 employees and ranks 32nd on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the nation (www.terracon.com). PROGRAM MISSION: Our mission is to connect business leaders with teachers to transform the classroom experience, inspiring students to become the next generation of innovators. This program places committed teachers into paid externships in companies in STEM fields so they can experience first-hand what careers might look like for their students. Through their job experiences, these teachers develop the skills and insights to make their teaching come alive in order to inspire their students. Externships serve as a professional development vehicle for teachers to learn about the industry related to their campus programs. By engaging with and in industry based practices, teachers are better able to craft curriculum that is meaningful and relevant. SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION: (select one) July 10 – July 21, 2017 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM $15.00 hourly July 24 – August 4, 2017 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM $15.00 hourly PROGRAM GOALS: Career Exploration
2017 Summer Teacher Externship Application (Partnership with Terracon and the Oklahoma State Department of Education) ABOUT TERRACON: Terracon is a consulting engineering firm that has provided quality engineering services to clients since 1965. From its roots in geotechnical engineering (the study of the physical properties of soil and rock to support man-made structures), Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services for private and public sector clients. Market sectors served: commercial and retail development, transportation, state and local government, energy, industrial, healthcare, and telecommunications, among others. Terracon currently operates more than 130 offices nationwide with more than 3,500 employees and ranks 32nd on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms in the nation (www.terracon.com). PROGRAM MISSION: Our mission is to connect business leaders with teachers to transform the classroom experience, inspiring students to become the next generation of innovators. This program places committed teachers into paid externships in companies in STEM fields so they can experience first-hand what careers might look like for their students. Through their job experiences, these teachers develop the skills and insights to make their teaching come alive in order to inspire their students. Externships serve as a professional development vehicle for teachers to learn about the industry related to their campus programs. By engaging with and in industry based practices, teachers are better able to craft curriculum that is meaningful and relevant. SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION: (select one) July 10 – July 21, 2017 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM $15.00 hourly July 24 – August 4, 2017 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM $15.00 hourly PROGRAM GOALS: Career Exploration
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