The willingness of people to help and guide me. I also really enjoyed the project I had over the summer.
What I wish was different
Not changing the project scope often.
Advice
Remember to always seek help with new experiences and give thanks for help
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Program Management Analyst
May 2019 • Allen Park, MI
What I liked
Challenging work, responsibility, full role integration with a working team
What I wish was different
experience was very fulfilling
Advice
Be a self starter, ask questions, take notes, be enthusiastic
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Information Technology Intern
May - August 2019 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I gained a lot of new experience and had a very supportive team. I also met a lot of really great interns that I was able to share my experience with.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Software Engineering Intern
May - August 2018 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I liked all of the interns I worked with, all the tours that interns were invited to go to, and the team I was able to work with.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could pick what kind of work I'd be doing over the course of my internship. What I got assigned was very familiar to me and working on something that I haven't done before, by choosing from like a list, would have made my internship just a little bit more valuable to me.
Advice
To be open minded. Go out and try new things, go to all the intern events, and meet as many people as you can. Do this and you will have a great summer.
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Cyber security intern
May - August 2018 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I had a flexible work environment and I learned a lot!
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Try your best! It’s hard stuff they’re teaching you
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Summer Intern
May - July 2019 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I like that I had exposure to the industry on a whole new level as compared to what we learned in school. Other than that, the team I worked with immediately put me at ease by helping out any questions I had in regards to the office, my project, etc.
What I wish was different
This can not be helped but I wish that a return offer can be offered to International Students as visa sponsorship exists the main reason of not capable of returning.
Advice
Be curious and ready to admit failure. We all need to start off somewhere and mistakes are inevitable but just know that other people are there for you if you just ask !
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Part handler
July - August 2018 • Winchester, VA
What I liked
It was a very relaxed environment and everyone was really nice
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Overall a great place to work at
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TSA intern
May - August 2019 • Allen Park, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed getting to know the job that Ford hires a lot of automotive students to do. Along with receiving the same training that new hires do, we were able to visit other parts of the company and see what other opportunities there are.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have done an internship before my senior year. This opportunity lead to a job and it would have been beneficial to do with different companies.
Advice
If there are any companies visiting the campus, take advantage of it and interview or talk with them. Even if you do not know if you want to work for that specific company, this will give you an opportunity to find out more about them. Internships are also very important. It gives you and the company you intern with 3 months to basically interview each other. If you don't want to work for them, there is no long term commitment but you have gained experience that may help you receive other job offers.
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Process engineering intern
August - November 2021 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Diverse projects and very nice people to work with
What I wish was different
More organized internship program
Advice
To ask a lot of questions
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Corporate Finance Intern
June - August 2020 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I was involved in a global project where I had the opportunity to speak with multiple employees across the world and understand how such a large corporation is able to effectively communicate and accomplish projects.
The overall experience was great as I had exposure to many different areas of the business.
What I wish was different
From a virtual standpoint, everything was fantastic. The interns had all the support necessary to successfully complete their projects. Multiple networking events were hosted and the opportunity to ask questions was always there.
Advice
Be as engaged as possible and demonstrate commitment to the project you are working on. Explore different pathways and variables and always suggest new ideas.
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Technical Support Analyst
June - August 2020 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I loved Ford's culture and the Ford family environment. They placed a huge emphasis on soft skills and working together. I loved that even though COVID resulted in many internships being cancelled, Ford decided to keep the internship going and shipped me a laptop to be able to meet with them every day.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have gotten a little more experience in job shadowing. Other than that the experience was amazing!
Advice
I would share that being punctual, honest, and kind are thee things that employers look for. They admire humility and people that can work well with others.
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Marketing, Sales & Service Intern
June - August 2020 • Plano, TX
What I liked
I liked how flexible things were and how they let me take my project in my own direction with it.
What I wish was different
I wish it had been in-person.
Advice
Network. Network. Network.
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Marketing Intern
June - August 2020 • Dallas, TX
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Make connections and network with your coworkers!
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Controls Engineer
May - August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
I liked the independence and workflow of Ford. The other departments and employees were very engaging and tried to help us adjust to the plant.
What I wish was different
I wish there were more projects directly intertwined with the cars.
Advice
I would advise that you have a clear mind as one of the managers told me, "It's a people's business first, then we make cars."
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Research Intern
June - August 2020 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
the community
What I wish was different
in person instead of virtual
Advice
make as many connections as you can
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Plant Layout Intern
June - August 2020 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I really enjoyed the aspect of community that was given to me there. I truly felt like I was part of the company and that my work was making a difference.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had been given more tasks, but it was the first virtual internship that Ford has ever been given, so I can't say that it was the company's fault.
Advice
I would say that no one should be afraid to ask questions! People are there to help you and grow you as an engineer
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Ford IT Intern
June - August 2020 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I had an amazing supervisor and team. They were all very encouraging and had no trouble answering my questions or allowing me to shadow them for a day.
What I wish was different
It would have been great to have the internship in person, but despite being remote, I was able to connect with my team members and build great experiences.
Advice
I would suggest asking as many questions as you can! Everyone is so helpful and willing to help you out. Don't be afraid to reach out and ask others if you can shadow their work for a day. Shadowing others can help you meet new people and gain insight into what they do.
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Research and Advanced Engineering Intern
May - August 2021 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
The team environment and respect for work and personal life boundaries were some of my favorite aspects about Ford. I also loved my intern project and the freedom I was given to really make it into my own.
What I wish was different
I wish I had the chance to join my team in person, even if it was not necessary due to the form of my project.
Advice
Communicate, and do it often. If you ever have too much or too little work, have a question, or want to provide your insight, don't hesitate!
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Manufacturing Engineer Intern
May - August 2021 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
Great experience in the automotive manufacturing environment. Able to reach out to numerous employees with questions, all extremely willing to help.
What I wish was different
Internship was all remote, would have been a good learning experience to tour the stamping plant.
Advice
Great learning experience, great people, great pay.
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Data Science Intern
June - August 2022 • Dearborn, MI
What I liked
I liked the projects I was a part of. The tools, technology and concepts I was introduced to at the company.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time to develop my projects
Advice
Come with the mindset to learn. Don't feel the pressure to perform well
