Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Systems engineering

May - August 2023 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

The team I was placed in was kind and fostered growth and curiosity.

What I wish was different

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Machine Learning Engineer Intern

May - August 2022 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

The work was meaningful and surrounded by smart people to help with challenges. Everyone is willing to learn regardless of their position.

What I wish was different

Access to office facilities

Advice

Ask for help anytime you feel stuck. Challenge ideas as well.

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Android Platform Software Engineering Intern

May - August 2022 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

- It was hybrid so I got the opportunity to collaborate with my team members in-person and get a taste of office life - My project was very well organized into specific subtasks - I was working on an actual product, so my work wasn't just busywork - Assigned mentor who knew very well the area of expertise for the project I was working on and was always available to answer any questions I had

What I wish was different

- That my project had been an actual easy-to-demonstrate feature rather than a bunch of improvements to a product

Advice

- Ask your mentor lots of questions, but be sure to also work as independently as possible

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Embedded Systems Intern

May - August 2022 • Plantation, FL

What I liked

I enjoyed the leadership, guidance from mentors, managers and other employees.

What I wish was different

Wish I had more tasks to do in general. Sometimes there were gaps when I had no responsibilities.

Advice

I would share that you have to take charge and create your own internship experience.

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Embedded Software Intern

May - August 2021 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

Everything the environment was fantastic

What I wish was different

Nothing honestly

Advice

It was one of the best experiences I’ve had working and I recommend applying here

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Marketing Intern

June - August 2020 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

Supportive and energetic culture Virtual lunch with company executives Real-world projects

What I wish was different

More clarification about return offer process

Advice

Network with as many people as possible and never be afraid to ask questions. Go to lots of intern events.

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Hardware Engineering Intern

May - August 2019 • Plantation, FL

What I liked

The company is really great. They treat their employees very well. I also enjoyed the projects I was able to work on.

What I wish was different

I didn't really like the location where the job was.

Advice

Make the most of any experience you have, good or bad.

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Software Engineering Intern

May - August 2019 • Plantation, FL

What I liked

From my very first day, I worked on challenging products that the company actually used. At no point did I ever work on any sort of busy work just designed for interns. Everyone was extremely helpful and more than willing to answer my techincal questions whenever I got stuck. In addition, the mentorship program at Motorola Solutions was great, my mentor was extremely easy to talk to as well as being an absolute wealth of information.

What I wish was different

The office building itself is extremely dated, but this is really a minor complaint.

Advice

Don't be afraid to ask questions, the full time employees are extremely approachable and open to answering your techincal questions!

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Contact Center Specialist

March 2019 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

My Job is great I work with Great People

What I wish was different

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Inside Sales Intern

June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

Their Company Culture - very open to sharing all information with all employees, departments worked together, cross functional Gave interns really meaningful work

What I wish was different

I was on the phone A LOT, which was a little boring

Advice

Work hard everyday so that you stand out amongst all the other interns, that's the best way to get a return offer. Ex: they give you 4 days off, but don't take them unless you have to. Its only 10 weeks so try your hardest to show up every day.

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Systems Engineering Intern

May - August 2018 • Tempe, AZ

What I liked

What I wish was different

The experience had less direction than I would have preferred; I sometimes found myself without much work to do and no real method or outlined approach to finding more.

Advice

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Software finance intern

June - August 2018 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

I enjoyed the real world experience of the big city and all the networking opportunities with my fellow interns as well as the professionals at Motorola Solutions.

What I wish was different

I wish that I would have connected more with the people in different departments.

Advice

I would advise everyone to seize all opportunities of growth and learning as they embark on this challenging but rewarding experience.

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Team Assembly Line Machine Operator

June 2016 • Elgin, IL

What I liked

Flexibility and work environment

What I wish was different

Riding a shuttle to work

Advice

Definitely learned work ethic

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Intern Embedded Software

June - August 2018 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

Plenty of opportunities to learn and grow, lots of intern events, treated like a full employee

What I wish was different

Particular department required a high security clearance to work their so as an intern I couldn't see a lot of what was happening

Advice

Network within, there are so many different roles you could have within the company

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Software Engineer

June - August 2018 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

Great and very supportive place to work

What I wish was different

Advice

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Supply Chain Intern

May - August 2018 • Elgin, IL

What I liked

All the mentorship and activities for the interns.

What I wish was different

It was perfect no complaints

Advice

Internships and co-ops are critical to have industry experience.

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Mechanincal Engineering Intern

May - July 2018 • Plantation, FL

What I liked

My internship this summer was a great experience! I liked working on projects that were actually important for the company (and not just "busy work"). Being in a corporate environment for the first time was eye-opening and a very beneficial experience. Additionally, I loved being in South Florida- my favorite place to live.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have had more responsibilities, but I am thankful that as the internship progressed and I became more comfortable I was able to become more involved in different projects and tasks.

Advice

Don't undervalue yourself and don't pass up amazing opportunities! I did not think I would have been qualified for an internship this summer, but the opportunity came up and I got it. Even after getting the job, I wondered if it would be better to take classes and get a summer job instead. I am so grateful that I ended up interning for the summer, and I learned so much.

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Product Manager Intern

May - August 2018 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

All the employees were eager to share their time to teach me or share their wisdom. From the coworkers near my cubilce to the VP's on the highest floor, every person offered or said "yes" to answering my questions.

What I wish was different

I would have liked some clear learning objectives at the start of my internship so I can keep track of what skills I'm learning and why I'm performing certain tasks.

Advice

Reach out to other departments to schedule a meeting or job-shadow during your free time!

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Visual Communication

May - August 2018 • Chicago, IL

What I liked

They devote a lot of a of time and money to the intern program to ensure that they have a good summer both professionally and socially

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more projects for me to work on. I had a lot of downtime in which I got to create my own work and choose my projects. I would have liked more structure

Advice

You can impress employer by taking initiative and finding ways to apply your passion to your current position

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Product Management Intern

May - August 2018 • Schaumburg, IL

What I liked

I had a very important project that is still being worked on after I am gone. It allowed me the opportunity to work with several high-ranking employees and present to a few VP's.