Exploring the history of downtown Honolulu’s power plant
Every day on my way to work, I see the deactivated Honolulu Power Plant sitting at the end of Alakea Street in downtown Honolulu, and I often wondered what the inside looked like. At the end of last year, our government and community relations, and corporate communications process area had the opportunity to tour the facility.
Lei Day and Merrie Monarch Festival celebrate culture and community
Today is Lei Day in Hawaii, one of many celebrations rooted in our state’s rich culture and diverse communities. Lei Day is about sharing aloha and honoring the relationships that connect us.
Shop Small & Support Local: Where to grab matcha in downtown Honolulu/Chinatown
Occasionally, when walking through downtown or driving in the area, I see our crews and contractors hard at work, and I’m always amazed at the time and effort they put into servicing our grid. I don’t know how to fix a vault or inspect manholes to support the area, but there is one thing I know a bit more about: matcha and the many local businesses in the neighborhood that make great lattes.
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Discovering my passion as a summer intern in digital communications
When I applied to be a digital communications intern at Hawaiian Electric, I knew I’d be creating content, but I didn’t expect to learn so much more outside of that! I’ve learned so many things about substations, power plant processes and even video editing, all of which exceeded my expectations for a summer internship program.
Careers, Community
Power Pathways Program empowers Maui's future energy workforce
Developing the next generation of skilled energy professionals requires more than classroom instruction, it takes meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect people to purpose.
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Powering up careers
When looking for your first professional job, it’s often about who you know — the classmate who turns into a colleague, the advisor who turns into a resume reference and often most importantly, the internship mentor who just might turn into your boss.
Careers, Community, Education
Powering the future: Maui-based interns gain hands-on experience at power plant
To help more Maui residents build successful careers and continue to call our Hawaii islands home, Hawaiian Electric is debuting new workforce developments like the Maui Power Pathways Program as a solution.
Careers, Community
POV: You’re a summer intern at Hawaiian Electric
Whether it be going to a substation visit or working in the office, summer interns at Hawaiian Electric get a chance to learn about what it takes to power the five islands the company serves.
