The inclusion and how everyone worked together to get a task done.
What I wish was different
Stayed longer to learn more complex projects and tasks.
Advice
It’s an experience of problem solving and getting work and projects from a variety of workers.
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Electrical Engineering Intern
September 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Supportive team members. Friendly. Learn a lot and work on tasks other engineers would work on.
What I wish was different
Being able to explore other areas of engineering or other fields.
Advice
Be honest and be yourself. Everyone is friendly and supportive.
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Student Intern
June - September 2019 • Melvindale, MI
What I liked
The work experience was very important. Learned many different things.
What I wish was different
I wish it would have been longer.
Advice
Even the simplest things can be complicated when dealing with gas.
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Student Co-Op
September 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Awesome hands on learning experience. You learn how to apply directly what you learned in class to the field of engineering. You develop great interpersonal skills as well as technical skills.
What I wish was different
I wish students got to pick which field of work or department most interested them.
Advice
Ask as many questions as you can this will allow you to fully understand different technical ideas and projects. Asking questions and communicating with others will allow you to expand your own knowledge.
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co-op
May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
I was in the DR SOC and I did data analysis. I thought that the people in my section were some of the best co-workers that I have ever had honestly. The people in my area knew plenty about what they were doing and in their respective specialties and were always offering help if I needed it on any software of project. Before leaving, every one of my co-workers gave me their business cards or personal contact information if I needed a letter of recommendation or a job recommendation at any point in the future.
What I wish was different
I only wish I could have worked their longer honestly. They were fine with me having almost no experience on the software I was using and were always easy to contact.
Advice
Ask for help whenever needed and keep up with the events going on in and outside the company. They have days with festivals and other events that occur relatively often, so keep a look out.
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External Reporting Intern
May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Allowed me to show off my talents and learned many things. Loved this internship and think very highly of the people I worked with.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Make the bosses job easier by willing to do whatever is asked even if you don't know how to do it, research and watch videos to learn how to do things. Always show your work ethic.
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Co-op
May 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Very flexible
What I wish was different
Given more work
Advice
If you only do the work given to you, you'll have a lot of extra time. Be sure to speak up and look for opportunities yourself
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Engineering Intern
May 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Learned a lot about what goes on in an office setting with Engineering work.
What I wish was different
I wish my supervisor was more prepared on what to do with an intern as I was kind of just tossed around to help random people in unrelated things often.
Advice
It's not always going to be fun or important work that you're doing. Be prepared for that.
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Electrical Engineering Intern
May 2019 • Newport, MI
What I liked
I really enjoyed being in the plant and seeing how the nuclear power plant operates.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Don’t be intimidated by being confused. Especially as an engineering intern, the job can be very hard and confusing sometimes but if you ask questions you will find the solution.
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Software Engineering Intern
May 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
I liked the fact that I taught my self most of the requirements needed to do good at my job. I worked independently on projects.
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
Don't be scared to dive into something you don know how to approach, you will learn on the job and your experience will be much better
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power distribution planning electrical engineering co-op
May 2018 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Environment
A lot of learning
Help of people around me
Informative engineering events and sessions
Field visits
What I wish was different
More rotation and moving around different groups
Advice
always ask questions and make sure you understand. Understanding meaning you can explain it to people who dont know.
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Treasury Intern
May 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
I had a role that was right in with the rest of the team and was treated as a full time employee
What I wish was different
I wish the role was working with CPA professionals
Advice
Make sure to network throughout the company
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Rotational Summer Intern
May 2019 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
The work culture
What I wish was different
Where i was assigned had little to do with my field of study
Advice
Always ask questions
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Engineering Co-op
September 2018 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
The company and the people I work with
What I wish was different
Wish I started before
Advice
Stay positive, don’t be late to work and learn from everything you do.
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engineering intern
January 2018 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
DTE Energy provides an inspiring atmosphere for interns and co-ops, having several professional mentors helping with your learning experience while still making school a top priority make this company the top on my list and my ticket to becoming an accredited Engineer
What I wish was different
Nothing at all
Advice
Work as hard as possible. it is worth it
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Chemical Engineering Intern
January - May 2018 • Trenton, MI
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Try to get the most out of your experience. If you are having a drop in the work activity, ask others if they need any help and keep yourself engaged.
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Business Administration/Finance Intern
June - August 2018 • New Milford, PA
What I liked
I liked being hands on within their business structure. My fellow employees were all very nice and helpful if I ever had a question about anything. I think it will benefit me in the future if I ever look to work in the energy industry.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to be more involved in their work. I wasn't busy all day everyday which was fine but I wish I had done more financial work while I was there.
Advice
I'd share to not count out any one job whether it is for an internship or full time. Make sure you think long and hard about what each job entails because you may never know how interested you are in something if you don't give it a chance.
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Industrial Engineering Intern
August 2017 - July 2018 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Great professional interaction.
Hands-on experiences.
Expanding both horizon and network
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Dress well, it gives a good impression about what you aspire to be.
Always interact with people around you and offer to help on projects that fire your interests
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Intern
May 2016 - August 2018 • Detroit, MI
What I liked
Learning how power is generated.
How a big company is ran.
Understanding the many different sides of the company.
Understanding the work that goes in when there are power outages.
Learning about time management and project Management. Learning how to lead a team and a project.
What I wish was different
Nothing! Dte is a great place to intern
Advice
Never be afraid to ask questions!
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Student CoOp1
June 2017 • St. Clair, MI
What I liked
I've loved the opportunity to work at a compressor station and see what work is being done to maintain the reliability and integrity of natural gas compression and distribution systems. The mix of office and field work I was able to complete was pleasant as well.
What I wish was different
Nothing really.
Advice
Keep trying! I applied for this experience at the end of each term since my freshman year, and I didn't get interviewed until I finished my junior year.
