The pay was fantastic. The opportunities were incredible, and daily work was not difficult.
What I wish was different
More intervention from supervisors. Greater guidance on projects. More legitimacy and verification of term-long actions.
Advice
Don't limit yourself to what they expect of you. Work on what you see could be improved.
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Dock Operations Supervisor
May - August 2017 • Sterling Heights, MI
What I liked
Directing a group of employees to ensure JIT delivery
What I wish was different
More direction on summer project
Advice
Ask supervisors/ co-workers questions if you need help
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Calibration Engineer Intern
June - December 2017 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
The people were all really nice, and willing to give lots of work
What I wish was different
The headquarters building is very large and its easy to feel like "a number" at times
Advice
You will get out of it what you put in.
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Durability Quality Intern
May - August 2017 • Chelsea, MI
What I liked
I enjoyed the intern program overall that Chrysler offered, the community was very friendly and geared towards helping students find their passion.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have visited an assembly plant while I was there.
Advice
Make sure to explore down town Ann Arbor, they have great events all summer long. Can't miss out on Salsa night!
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Product Development Engineering Intern
May - August 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
It was a ton of fun, the company organized intern events I saw a lot of cool aspects of the company while also being able to drive cool cars.
What I wish was different
Nothing, it was absolutely great.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask question no matter how stupid they might seem.
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Financial Analyst Intern
June - September 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
Great experience, lots of responsibility, and lots of exposure
What I wish was different
More intern events, better housing, more frequent/stable workload, and better employees
Advice
Detroit is really fun, but is 45 minutes away from Auburn Hills which is basically the middle of nowhere. There are only a dozen finance interns, so be ready to get friendly with the abundant local-Michigan engineering interns.
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Material Area Supervisor
May - September 2018 • Trenton, MI
What I liked
The supervisor experience
What I wish was different
I wish they were able to offer me like they tried to but HR said it is company policy that I must have my degree.
Advice
Listen, learn and adapt.
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Product Development Intern
May - August 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
FCA was great at providing opportunities for networking and career exploration.
What I wish was different
I wish the assignments I was given would have been more evenly spread out through the summer.
Advice
Rather than relying solely on digital communication, taking the time to meet with professionals face-to-face is great when it comes to developing your network and getting the job done.
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Portfolio Planning Intern
June - September 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
I loved the opportunity to be in a new city and learn about an industry I had no previous experience in.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
June - September 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
Amazing facility to work at, set up with great mentors through the Product Development Program
What I wish was different
I wish I had a bit more work to do. My group was always busy and not around, I ventured and asked if anyone needed help and helped outside of my group when I could.
Advice
Be a sponge. You are there to learn, so soak up the knowledge.
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Thermal Systems Engineer
May 2018 • Auburn Hills, MI
What I liked
My managers gave me the freedom to work on my projects independently and come to them when I needed assistance. This allowed me to grow professionally and figure out solutions to problems on my own.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have started with a higher wage.
Advice
Hard work really stands out above all else. Even if you don't have hard data at the end of an internship, everyone's impression of you almost matters more.
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Manufacturing Intern
May - August 2018 • Trenton, MI
What I liked
How much hands on work I was exposed to and allowed to do, I didn’t feel any limitations.
What I wish was different
It would have been nice to visit a larger number of other interns and see what their position was like.
Advice
You have to be outgoing and make connections in order to make the most of your experience.
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Summer Vacation Replacement Intern
June - August 2018 • Sterling Heights, MI
What I liked
Loved working for one of the big three automakers and loved the challenges it brought everyday.
What I wish was different
I wish I didn't have to work over 60+ hours a week, but it built a strong work ethic in me.
Advice
To be tough and stand up for yourself because if you don't, you'll get walked over.
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Industrial Engineer Intern
May - August 2018 • Warren, MI
What I liked
Engaging team, flexible hours, applicable experience, and networking opportunities.
What I wish was different
I wish Human Resources could've found a way to keep me employed following the internship, given my supervisor and manager had given their permission.
Advice
Networking in these roles is equally as crucial as performing.
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Quality control engineer
May - August 2018 • Warren, MI
What I liked
The challenging fast paced work environment, as well as the trust placed in myself and other interns.
What I wish was different
There could have been more time set aside for the interns personal development.
Advice
If you are considering a position in manufacturing, be prepared for a fast paced work environment. A flexible schedule will also be important, as the hours you are required to work are subject to change.
