This year, summer interns of Sanfield, SHKP's construction arm, had the valuable opportunity to visit Guangzhou South Station ICC, a major landmark being developed by the Group The annual summer internship programme also provided them with hands-on experience in various advanced technology applications, helping to lay a solid foundation for their future careers.
Over the past five years, Sanfield's summer internship programme has recruited nearly 700 students and junior engineers. This year, the programme attracted students from various universities, including The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, The University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and The Chinese University of Hong Kong. All of them major in construction- or engineering-related fields. The participants took part in various construction processes and learned about new technologies, including Building Information Modelling, Modular Integrated Construction and the Unmanned Tower Crane. They also visited the Guangzhou South Station ICC to understand more about mainland construction requirements, advanced technology applications, and the transportation system and development in the Greater Bay Area.
The interns also participated in volunteer events organized by the Construction Industry Council, gaining insights into how construction can transform and contribute to the community. Sanfield envisions the summer internship programme as a platform to nurture talent for the industry and pass on the spirit of craftsmanship to the younger generation.