Take the initiative to find projects and work you are interested in. This may be as simple as telling your boss about some areas of interests that you would like more experience with.
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Test Engineer Intern
June 2020 • Ogden, UT
What I liked
Awesome company and experience with working engineers. Gained valuable insight to the company and what a typical workload and complexity I will see after graduation.
What I wish was different
Wish I could have moved around my group to see different areas of engineering and gain experience there.
Advice
Don’t be afraid to speak up and ask questions. They want you to succeed as much as you do.
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College Administrative Intern
June 2020 • San Diego, CA
What I liked
I was able to take part in meetings, and help out with tasks to support my team and the contracts they worked on. Also, the fact that Northrop Grumman was able to keep the summer internship program despite COVID-19.
What I wish was different
I wish that the internship was in person and I was able to network with more professionals and fellow interns.
Advice
I would recommend not being afraid to ask for more work from your manager and use any downtime to learn more about the company and complete pieces of training that are useful for your own professional development.
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Cyber Systems Intern
June - July 2020 • San Antonio, TX
What I liked
I liked that we were able to work on real projects that the company was working on.
What I wish was different
Due to covid we had to do a remote internship. I would have preferred an in-person internship, but understandable given the circumstances. Other than that, it was a great experience.
Advice
Never be afraid to ask questions or ask for help. You learn more when you're more engaged.
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engineering intern
May - August 2020 • Oklahoma City, OK
What I liked
I liked the team I worked with.
What I wish was different
I wish that COVID-19 had not affected the interactions I was able to have.
Advice
Ask questions!
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Business Management Analyst
June - August 2020 • Baltimore, MD
What I liked
The flexibility that the company offered as well as the meaningful work assignments and competitive pay.
What I wish was different
Working remotely due to COVID was unfortunate because I never had the chance to meet face to face with my colleagues and build more personal relationships.
Advice
Ask a lot of questions. The defense industry is like a foreign language because it is simply not taught to anyone outside of the business. You have to be ready and willing to always be learning and always ask questions to further your knowledge and understanding.
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Technical Systems Intern
May 2020 • Huntsville, AL
What I liked
Everything, it was and still is a wonderful fun and enlightening experience.
What I wish was different
The onboarding process needs some work and placement into job but otherwise. Not much.
Advice
Always be eager for more work and learning everything you can. Confidence is key though know your limits.
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Cyber Intern
April 2020 • Pensacola, FL
What I liked
flexible hours, great pay, welcoming environment and employees.
What I wish was different
clear direction on tasking, pandemic didn't exist, security clearance awarded sooner.
Advice
make the most of the connections available at this company. Large company with many locations and positions.
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Vehicle Engineering Design Intern
May - July 2020 • Melbourne, FL
What I liked
Working at Northrop Grumman was an incredible and rewarding experience. I was fortunate enough to be able to complete my internship on site. I learned so much about the industry, engineering processes, and collaboration. I learned new software, and made a ton of connections networking. The people were super helpful and friendly.
What I wish was different
I decided to commute from Daytona Beach to Melbourne. I would not do that again. If the opportunity arises, I would definitely move for the summer. The drive is exhausting after awhile.
Advice
Be willing to learn as much as you can and don't be afraid to ask questions. No one expects you to have all the answers already.
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Software Engineering Intern
June - August 2020 • San Diego, CA
What I liked
I got valuable experience and the people I worked with were great.
What I wish was different
Being able to work on-site rather than remotely.
Advice
Always put your best foot forward, because when employers notice that you are working hard, especially in an internship, they will want to hire you full-time.
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Engineering intern
June 2020 • Roy, UT
What I liked
I really liked the flexibility the company provides for their employees.
What I wish was different
I wish I had mor hands on experience with full time employees.
Advice
Network as much as you can.
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Technical Intern
May - August 2020 • Redondo Beach, CA
What I liked
Great people. Welcoming culture. Nice location. Was able to see lots of facilities and the internal workings of the company.
What I wish was different
Things are often slow. Sometimes need to bug people to find stuff to do. Not the most exciting work.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
May - August 2020 • Roy, UT
What I liked
It was an enlightening experience to be surrounded by a diverse group of engineers in a professional setting. There were employees who had worked in the industry for over 50 years, and there were employees who had been in the industry for 5 years and all of them were able to offer valuable advice.
What I wish was different
I wish I had received my security clearance prior to my start date. I was still able to complete a fair amount of work without it, but my tasking was limited due to security protocol.
Advice
Northrop Grumman is an amazing employer and I encourage anyone interested in STEM to pursue an internship/career with them.
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Business Management Analyst
June 2020 • San Diego, CA
What I liked
What I wish was different
No COVID, working in the office
Advice
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Aerospace Engineering Intern
May 2019 • St. Augustine, FL
What I liked
I liked the work and getting to do the same work as the engineers in ny department.
What I wish was different
I wished the pandemic didn't happen to have more face to face contact.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions and learn as much as you can.
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Software Engineering Intern
March - June 2018 • San Diego, CA
What I liked
Friendly Co-Workers
What I wish was different
Better bonding opportunity with boss
Advice
Try your best!
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Technical Systems Intern
June - July 2020 • Colorado Springs, CO
What I liked
The people were amazing!
What I wish was different
I wish I could have been in person.
Advice
Take the time to network.
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Software Engineering Intern
June 2020 • Annapolis, MD
What I liked
Non-gui work. Flexible work schedule. People were super honest about future work and expectations.
What I wish was different
Manager was nerve stricken.
Advice
Read emails. Always ask question.
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Financial Analyst
May 2020 • Palmdale, CA
What I liked
Many opportunities and ongoing advancements of customer and government contracts.... meaning consist of hiring and competitive salaries.
What I wish was different
If my experience was done in person. Received offer during COVID-19, worked remotely.
Advice
Keep getting outside your comforted zone and always finding ways you can improve, i.e. Mentally, physically, spiritually.
