I loved the professional setting. It was also very educational to work with professionals of different ages and experiences. I also loved the food on site and I loved being a part of a big corporation.
What I wish was different
Even though I was doing Level 1 work, I was not challenged by the tasks I was doing.
Advice
I would encourage other to get out of their comfort zones and go new places even if it means not knowing anyone in the new area.
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GNC engineer
November 2018 • Sunnyvale, CA
What I liked
Everything about my job.
What I wish was different
I really wish there was any on-site career fair for graduate students! It would really help with connecting to professionals in the industry.
Advice
Keep networking!
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Digital Marketing Intern
May - August 2018 • Bethesda, MD
What I liked
My manager and team were amazing and made the experience great.
What I wish was different
A larger stipend for housing near the location
Advice
Get your housing set up early
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Systems engineer
January - August 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
Defense contracting industry, cool work and devices
What I wish was different
More responsibility
Advice
Be open to working on any project
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Procurement Intern
June - August 2018 • Stratford, CT
What I liked
The team, the area, learning more about supply chain, everything! I loved learning more about the company and more about the program I was working on.
What I wish was different
I wish I had a heavier work load at times, but with how little training I had it wasn't very possible.
Advice
I was open minded going into a state I had never been before not knowing anyone and it ended up being one of the best summers I could've asked for, so remember to always be open minded!
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Systems Engineer
May - December 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Start an apartment search as soon as you accept your job offer
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Systems Engineering Intern
May - August 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
The people were very nice and they made sure I had things to work on.
What I wish was different
I wish there was a Chick-fil-A near by, but sounds like they might be getting one soon in Vestal, NY.
Advice
Make sure you ask for things to work on and ask questions when you are stuck. People are very busy and it's easy for them to miss emails and forget that you are bored. They are so helpful, but you have to be proactive and ask.
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Manufacturing Intern
May - August 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
I liked that the work was interesting and kept me busy. I had a lot of communication with my manager which helped him find work for me that I enjoyed. I also had a great group of coworkers.
What I wish was different
Bringing me up to speed and getting me trained was a lengthy process, but a necessary one.
Advice
Accept all work that comes your way.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
May - August 2018 • Bridgeport, CT
What I liked
Hands on involvement in projects
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Take advantage of all seminars and learning opportunities
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Software Engineer Intern
March - August 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
Access to advanced technologies, specialists, and resources.
What I wish was different
Due to the size of the company, I ended up working on a fully remote team, this made it difficult to communicate and be productive as a new hire intern.
Advice
Lockheed Martin is so large, that each experience is going to be different, so don't come in with any preset expectations.
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Software Engineer Intern
May - December 2018 • Syracuse, NY
What I liked
Everyone at Lockheed Martin has been friendly and helpful!
What I wish was different
I wish there had been more interns that chose to stay for a double block co-op like I did.
Advice
Internships like these are great for gaining professional experience.
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Project Management and Planning Operations Rep Asc
January 2018 • Fort Worth, TX
What I liked
Unique opportunity to use my skills
diverse company
crazy projects
networking
What I wish was different
culture of management
flexible hours
Advice
if you're looking into the defense industry, be sure to find a position that you think you would like doing everyday. sometimes you'll be working well over 50 hours.
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Test Engineer
August 2018 • Palmdale, CA
What I liked
What I wish was different
More support from my university
Advice
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Software Engineering Intern
June - December 2018 • Syracuse, NY
What I liked
Good team environment
What I wish was different
Paid more
Advice
Don’t be afraid to ask for help
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Engineering Intern
June - September 2018 • Owego, NY
What I liked
I learned more about the process and materials side of chemical engineering.
What I wish was different
The workload was a little low, but not too bad.
Advice
Come with an open mind and willingness to learn, but just know that things tend to move a little slowly.
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Finance intern
June 2018 • Lexington, KY
What I liked
The company is amazing. People are great and want to see you succeed in every aspect. Very good teachers.
What I wish was different
Nothing. It was and still is literally the best internship you could ever ask for.
Advice
Know Excel! I use it every day. It is vital to know how to use it and work it. Take bae 105 serious.
I also can't say what I got paid. It goes against our ethics and I can get into serious trouble. It is very competitive though.
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HR Business Partner
June - August 2018 • Sunnyvale, CA
What I liked
Lockheed Martin has a fantastic internship program that plugs you into a great team that allows you to apply what you learn at CP to actual work! I loved my team and the opportunities they granted me. The stuff you see at Lockheed is incredible!
What I wish was different
More intern events!
Advice
Take advantage of all the opportunities Lockheed provides and ask to see other areas of the company, because they love when employees consistently grow their knowledge!
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Electrical Engineer Intern
May - July 2018 • Palmdale, CA
What I liked
Great company to work for and take care of their interns
What I wish was different
Advice
Get out there and meet new people!!
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Engineering Intern
May - September 2018 • Littleton, CO
What I liked
Getting the exposure of working at an accredited aerospace company and contributing to major space projects.
What I wish was different
Having my mentor give me even more exposure to what it's like to be a professional engineer.
Advice
Be organized and patient.
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Subcontractor intern
May - August 2018 • Littleton, CO
What I liked
The overal experience of working for the largest defense contractor in the world.
What I wish was different
Nothing. This was amazing and I accepting a return offer
Advice
Get to know the recruiter and keep in touch with them. I applied last year and did not get the postition but I stayed in contact and the recruiter remembered me and offered me the internship position.