The work environment and the amount of personal growth i have gained from this experience. i learned how to not only manage my time but also manage a crew of people and customer relations.
What I wish was different
I wish i had pushed myself further and produced 100,000 this summer.
Advice
Trust the process and remember its a marathon not a sprint.
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Branch Manager
February 2021 • Midland, MI
What I liked
It was the best first-hand experience any business person could ask for. I had the fastest learning curve of my life and was supported by the company every step of the way. It is composed of a great family culture that isn't easily replicated in other companies.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
If you want to run your own business, this is the best opportunity for you.
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Branch manager
February - August 2021 • Shelby Township, MI
What I liked
I liked how the company really pushed me into doing my best and getting to be in the business world with real life experience. The culture and atmosphere really helps students do their best and is a great network for students to be with like minded people.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more diversity within the company.
Advice
This position and experience requires students who can physically, and most importantly, mentally overcome obstacles. It is a great story to tell afterwards, but the time commitment and dedication is one thing that I would let other interns know about.
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Branch manager
February - August 2021 • Macomb Township, MI
What I liked
I really enjoyed the culture of this company. All the interns work so hard together to ensure that everyone is successful.
What I wish was different
i wish i could have slept in more.
Advice
In this internship, you are given a ton of responsibility. Staying organized throughout the summer will make your life 100x easier. I would also recommend that you don't hesitate. Once you hesitate, you will be behind schedule all day.
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Branch Manager
November 2020 - July 2021 • Battle Creek, MI
What I liked
One of the main things that I liked was the challenge that the internship gave me. Throughout the entirety of my employment with Y.E.A.A. I experiences a ton of challenges that mad me a better business man, leader, and overall a better person. I also enjoyed the people that were apart of this internship. From the CEO all the way down to my fellow branch managers, it was awesome to meet and network with fellow college students from around the country. The culture of this company was also great to be apart of.
What I wish was different
I wish that COVID wasn't going on during my internship. I say this because COVID was a challenge I had to overcome in order for me to make a good amount of revenue and profit. I truly believe if COVID wasn't around, I would have been more successful than I am now.
Advice
I would say that if you take this internship on make sure you are a committed to the goals you set for yourself and understand that this job isn't going to be a walk in the park.
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Branch Manager
February - July 2021 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
The atmosphere of working with other college students who are all trying to succeed in life.
The office staff was amazing. They would go out of their way to make sure I was helped when I needed it.
Being my own boss with guidance whenever I needed it was great.
I could not have asked for a better internship this summer!
What I wish was different
Nothing could have been different. They know what they are doing at YEAA and they do it very well.
Advice
When you come across challenges do not give up, fight through them because the experience afterwords is worth it.
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Branch Manager
October 2020 - August 2021 • Muskegon, MI
What I liked
The networking opportunities with all the other interns. Along with learning how to run a 32K business.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time in the preseason to market my business.
Advice
The best advice I have is to be confident in everything you do.
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Branch Manager
February - August 2020 • Dayton, OH
What I liked
This internship has been such an amazing experience for myself as a first year business major at Miami University. It has shown me what it really takes to become a successful entrepreneur as well as taught me lessons in sales, marketing, management, customer service, and more. Overall this internship providing me with valuable business experience, a quality wage, and it brought me into a fun culture to work for.
What I wish was different
It is a large time commitment which isn't negative. I just want future interns to be aware of this.
Advice
You truly get out what you put into this internship. If you put in the hard work, follow their system, and listen to your mentor, you will succeed!
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Branch Manager
February - August 2020 • Ipswich, MA
What I liked
Gaining real-life management experience, building upon my skills as a leader in business.
What I wish was different
Creating a better life/work balance for myself.
Advice
Utilize your time management skills to the fullest extent, try not to waste any time.
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Bank Branch Manager
February - August 2020 • Fishers, IN
What I liked
I loved the freedom in running my own business and wear the multiple hats required to succeed in the program.
What I wish was different
I would've been in contact more with my mentor earlier on in the preseason to translate to more success then.
Advice
If you output hard work, dedication, and perseverance in your business, the sky is the limit on your own personal success.
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Branch Manager
September 2019 - August 2020 • Brookville, IN
What I liked
I enjoyed many aspects of this Internship. I want to run my own business one day and I couldn't think of a any program to prepare me better. I learned every aspect of how to run a successful business, while also learning how to be a solid salesman. Overall, the experience was well worth it.
What I wish was different
One thing that is challenging is the amount of work you have to put in towards the beginning of this internship. I put in a lot of hours and the first few months can be very stressful. However, there is a great support system around you.
Advice
Trust the process and work hard.
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Branch Manager
February - August 2020 • Washington Court House, OH
What I liked
As a first-year college student, I never would have believed that I could run over a $53,000 business with no previous entrepreneurial experience. Throughout my internship with Student Painters, I grew both personally and professionally, developing valuable management and communication skills that I will take with me to future employment. I am grateful to have been given this opportunity and to have this special story to set me apart from the average college student!
What I wish was different
I do not wish anything different than what I experienced.
Advice
Take advantage of this opportunity as much as you can!
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Branch Manager
February 2020 • Dayton, OH
What I liked
This Internship has made me grow more then any experience I have been through. It kept me busy all spring and summer. It shows real world experience and makes you problem solve. Everything is in your hands!
What I wish was different
Hours are long
Advice
Listen to your mentor they went through this internship already and know a lot of stuff you will go through. Never think something will be easy.
Expect the unexpected.
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Branch Manager
February 2020 • North Canton, OH
What I liked
Even though it was an internship, I was able to freely run a business of my own without anyone giving me restrictions and holding me back. From that potential, I was able to run about freely and running a $155k business. Instead, of sitting around and doing nothing at home due to Covid.
What I wish was different
I have nothing I would want to change for this year.
Advice
Even when it seems impossible to achieve, never let yourself settle for anything less than your goals. In the beginning of the summer, I was at $40k sold. I was thinking I could only be able to settle for $80k in sales by the end of the summer, instead of hitting my original goal of $100k. Yet, I pushed myself to keep on rolling, and I was able to achieve a total in $115k produced and sold. When you put your mind to it, nothing is impossible.
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Branch Manager
March - August 2020 • Morgantown, WV
What I liked
I never imagined that I could grow so much in one summer; personally and professionally. I could not have asked for a more beneficial experience. During my first year, I ran an $84k business and profited $15k and has allowed me to purchase my first reliable car and pay rent. With the continual support system that was provided, I was able to persevere through stressful and overwhelming times. The confidence and determination this internship has instilled in me will certainly propel me to a bright future. Next year I plan to come back and mentor others to run a business and help them grow as much as I did.
What I wish was different
Advice
Trust your mentor and listen to them. All of the mentors have been through this in the past. Have persistence and you'll see yourself gro a great deal.
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Branch Manager
September 2019 - August 2020 • Cincinnati, OH
What I liked
the fact I got to run my own business
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
this program is a lot of work
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Branch Manager
February 2019 - August 2020 • Boylston, MA
What I liked
It taught me skills in marketing, building relationships with homeowners, sales, and hiring a crew that no business class in school could ever replicate.
What I wish was different
I wish I had used better time management, it would have relieved so much more stress.
Advice
Be very organized; spending 15 minutes to organize your car over the weekend will save you hours in frantically looking for stuff during the week.
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Branch Manager
February 2019 • Brockton, MA
What I liked
This internship allowed me to grow immensely as a professional. The ability to run a small business in my hometown has given me the ability to make connections with homeowners in the area as well as lead a team of college students to successfully operate a small business for an entire summer. Working with the the Young Entrepreneurs Across America has been an incredible experience that I would certainly recommend to other college students.
What I wish was different
Advice
Organization is a major key to success.
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Branch Manager
February - August 2020 • Tyngsborough, MA
What I liked
I loved the support system I received throughout the internship, and the mentoring was spectacular. I never felt out of place, or lost in my job, despite jumping into a brand new field I had never been in before. I was provided judgment-free guidance at a moment's notice, and especially through my biggest hurdles. There is no such thing as failure if you don't quit, and that mindset rippled through the whole team I was working with. Great coaching.
What I wish was different
I wish I'd known getting started in the position that I would need some startup materials, which wasn't clear to me when I applied. I wouldn't have decided against applying, though. Had I known at the beginning I think I would have been much more prepared and in the long run, a bit more successful going into the summer season.
Advice
Stay motivated in any way you can, and remember your ultimate goal. Remember why you started, and keep the big picture at your fingertips. Imagine yourself succeeding, and you will. Your success rides on your own internal drive, so this is a perfect internship for those truly interested in the entrepreneurial lifestyle/experience.
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branch manager
January - August 2020 • Lakewood, OH
What I liked
Great real world work experience. You really learn what it’s like to run your own business and be accountable for it.
Culture in the business is very welcoming and enjoyable.
What I wish was different
Buy a truck/van instead of using my daily driver.
Advice
Stay motived, it to help you be work hard and push through adversity.
