AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR

Internship PROGRAM

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers hands-on training in collision repair, utilizing state-of-the-art tools and technologies, including high-tech spray guns. CLC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence and the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR). CLC students gain real-world experience through a flexible program that combines industry-defined classes, certifications, and paid internships at qualified collision repair facilities. With mentorship from employers, the program aims to provide advanced training tailored to the specific needs of future employers, accelerating students' careers in the industry.

Lake County School

Life at CLC

College of Lake County offers everything students need to enjoy a well-rounded college experience. There are more than 40 clubs and organizations, 13 competitive athletic teams, and many events and activities to get involved with, including SkillsUSA. Students will find a range of services on campus to support them throughout the program, including a women's center, disability services, tutoring, mentoring and more. A virtual tour of the campus can be found on the website.

The opportunities are
endless

Are you ready to join the next generation of highly skilled, motivated and passionate collision repair professionals? Follow the links to find the opportunities that await you with Collision Engineering.

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PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
CAREER CHANGERS
PARENTS / GUARDIANS
VETERANS
TEACHERS / COUNSELORS

Entry Requirements

The Collision Engineering Program is looking for people with passion, a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. Upon Admission, students must obtain an apprenticeship with a qualified collision repair center. The majority of employers will require a valid driver's license and clean driving record, a clean drug test and a high school diploma or equivalent.

New people. New passion.
New skills. New tech.
Lifelong learning &
love for what you do.

Click on the images to hear from our students.

Car

Cinthia

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There are many routes you can take, whether you own your own shop, restore cars, or become a painter, by earning additional certifications. You are not really stuck doing one thing. There are multiple different roads you can go down.

Students Together

Jesse

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The program doesn't give you the job but it gives you the opportunity to learn and grow and become a better tech than when you came in. Just working in a shop is an amazing opportunity in and of itself.

AutoBody Shop

Karina

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You get support within the program that you just don't get at a 4 year college. It's support that you can't find anywhere else. It's so rewarding to create and fix something. There's something different every day, and you get to add your personal touch. There is a lot of detail and personal thought going into each repair. Being hands-on is more of an art than a job.

PROGRAM INDUSTRY PARTNERS

clc partners

Contact Us

At CLC, our staff is dedicated to our students and potential students. We are happy to provide you with comprehensive answers to any inquiries you may have regarding our program, campus, and the extraordinary opportunities we offer our students. Should you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out to the contact provided below.

Octavio Cavazos

Department Chair/Instructor

ocavazos@clcillinois.edu