The thing I liked the most about this internship was that SNC paired me 1-on-1 with a level 4 mechanical engineer. He was always there to answer any questions I had and he gave me a secondary mentor that was just as helpful. Going along with the previous point, the culture was very welcoming. Even though SNC does very important and technical work I never felt like I didn't belong. Also, the internship program was very interactive. There were weekly activities and meetings that got all 50+ interns together. Some of those activities were fun, like a foam sheet glider competition, and others were more geared toward professional development. The work I did was helpful moving forward in industry and for figuring out what I want in my future career. My work was mostly in SolidWorks creating and updating drawings. I also loved being in the Denver area because I could hike every weekend!
What I wish was different
One thing I wish would have been different is having more 3D design work. I got to work in SolidWorks, which I really enjoy doing, but it was mostly in 2D drawings. My favorite part about engineering is designing products which I wasn't really able to do during this internship. I also wish the interns were closer together in their work areas. The campus I was at was very large and all the interns were spread out.
Advice
One piece of advice that I would share is be social. It is something that I didn't do as much as I should have and I realize it is very important. Make friends with fellow interns and your mentors. Another piece of advice is usually as an intern you are not expected to be perfect so be ok with making mistakes. Seek out criticism and ask as many questions as you can.
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Technical Intern I
June 2020 • Huntsville, AL
What I liked
It was a very hands-on experience. It was structured such that a small team of interns was assigned a mentor and given a primary project to work on for the summer with checkpoints and goals, and the goal was to create a product that hadn't existed before with light guidance from the mentor.
What I wish was different
I wish I had known what fields of technology I would be learning about prior to the start of the internship. I had no idea what I would really be doing, thought I'm sure that could be due to sensitive handling of information.
Advice
If you're looking for an easy internship that takes minimal effort and doesn't drive you to innovate, this is the wrong internship for you.
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Technical Intern
June - August 2020 • Hagerstown, MD
What I liked
The company culture was amazing! Everyone was so welcoming and open to answering questions. There were virtual intern mingling events where we could talk to interns from other locations in the company and share our experiences. Our team worked well together, even in the virtual environment, with daily "tag-up" meetings where we updated each other on our progress and asked any questions. All of the interns were given a mentor within the company, and there were ample opportunities for networking and learning about the other business areas. The internship itself was in-person with the option to work from home on days where we did not need to use any of the equipment in the office.
What I wish was different
It was a little difficult to find housing in the Hagerstown, MD area that was short-term and fully furnished. Another intern and I ended up finding an Air B&B in Pennsylvania that was about a 30 minute commute to work. This was a little overpriced and we ended up spending more than the "sign-on bonus" that the company offered.
Advice
I recommend asking questions and never being afraid to challenge yourself! This experience was challenging but I learned a lot and it really added depth to my resume. Also, I would suggest looking for housing as soon as you accept the offer, and if there is any college or university nearby, that is a great place to look for short-term summer housing that is fully furnished!
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Advanced Development Intern
May 2020 • Louisville, CO
What I liked
This company works on some of the most innovative projects I have ever seen. The opportunity to work alongside them was phenomenal.
What I wish was different
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Systems Engineering Intern
May - August 2019 • Louisville, CO
What I liked
I loved the atmosphere and people that worked there. I had an amazing team, and everyone was super kind and helpful. The projects were also super cool. I was on the Dream Chaser spacecraft team, and it was a really amazing experience.
What I wish was different
Honestly, nothing. I had a wonderful time.
Advice
I would say just ask as many questions, and get involved in as many projects as you can. Don't be afraid to reach out for help, or to get involved in projects you're interested in.
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Project Analyst Intern
May - August 2019 • Centennial, CO
What I liked
The analytics of project finances and what the company does
What I wish was different
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
May 2017 - August 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
The company is very professional and secured a security clearance for me.
What I wish was different
The company is growing too quickly and as such there weren't enough desks for the interns.
Advice
I learned a lot, and got paid to do so. Thats about all you can ask of an internship
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IT Intern
January 2018 • Sparks, NV
What I liked
Learned a lot from my coworkers
What I wish was different
Not much organization or manager support to internship program
