8legs: Boeing renton factory visit

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Turning curiosity about engineering into careers

MIT LGO, Boeing, and Engineering Tomorrow joint on-site factory visit for Mercer Island High School to inspire engineering careers.
The program combines pre-visit Zoom labs with an in-person factory tour to connect theory with practice.
Students interacted with engineers from multiple disciplines during the Boeing site visit.
The experience aimed to show diverse career pathways in engineering beyond a single track.
MIT LGO alumni network helps connect industry collaboration with youth education initiatives.
The program seeks to address the national and economic need for engineers and technicians.
Mercer Island High School students reported increased interest in engineering after the trip.
The visit included a VIP tour of the production floor and hands-on design activities.
Hoffman emphasized MIT LGO’s blend of engineering and business leadership as a unique draw for future engineers.
The program plans to expand partnerships with additional industries to broaden exposure.

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