General Motors

Supply Chain Intern

May - July 2023 • Lake Orion, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the opportunity to take on my own assignment.

What I wish was different

I would have liked to take on more responsibility.

Advice

Participate in the networking activities and take advantage of every opportunity.

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern

June - August 2022 • Flint, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the experience of working in the automotive industry and understanding how the manufacturing process works when it comes to assembling vehicles.

What I wish was different

It is hard to wish for something different with this internship, given that it has provided me with life-long skills and experiences. I really cannot see anything that I wish were different rather I wish I prepared better for the internship on my end to make the experience much better for myself.

Advice

Try new things, go apply for that internship, even if you think your chances of getting in are low. When you are at your internship, give it your best, put yourself out there and always ask for help when in doubt.

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Manufacturing Intern

May - August 2021 • Warren, MI

What I liked

I liked visiting other plants and learning new things from my managers and mentors. Also liked the diversity in the company and how friendly everyone is to one another.

What I wish was different

I have no wishes!

Advice

Don’t be afraid to ask questions when you don’t understand something!

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern

January 2023 • Warren, MI

What I liked

I have enjoyed several aspects of my experience at GM so far. One is the welcoming atmosphere; I never would have thought such a large company could have a family-like feel at work. That goes along with the second reason, which is that I had a large support base of peers and mentors to help me through my projects and life at GM overall. I most enjoyed the excitement and freedom with my assignments. I was able to work in multiple areas with different groups, and I truly feel like I learned a great deal, as well as gaining certifications I could have never gotten otherwise.

What I wish was different

There is not much I can say that I wish was different. There were slower days where I may be waiting to progress with my assignments, which can be a little frustrating, but that is no fault of my team or the company as a whole. Certain pauses are all part of any assignment. All in all, I mostly have only positive things to say.

Advice

One piece of advice I would give is to always push yourself to be involved. Whether it be in social settings or just tagging along for a quick meeting, any of these things can bring opportunities you may not have been expecting. Putting yourself out there by showing dedication and curiosity, especially in a competitive environment, is the best way to excel in any co-op. GM recognizes this dedication.

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern

January 2023 • Fort Wayne, IN

What I liked

You get incredible and diverse experiences. If you find a groove where they can utilize you, they will continue to throw work at you that you're good at. Also everyone there is extremely helpful and if you ask they will help you no questions.

What I wish was different

More clear expectations on working weekends, as well as giving you work that pertains to your major rather than putting you in departments where your skillset is not very viable.

Advice

You are expected to work weekends, they don't force you to but it is heavily encouraged and it is where the best experiences are.

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Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

May - August 2022 • Warren, MI

What I liked

The work environment at General Motors would push you to being better at learning new skills while mastering the skills you already have. This is one of the biggest things I liked while working at General Motors.

What I wish was different

I wish that my internship had lasted a bit longer than it actually did. Also, there were hiccups here and there with regards to receiving my equipment from GM in a timely manner.

Advice

ASK QUESTIONS. This is something that will help you in ways you hadn't thought of. Since you'll be working at GM for a limited time as an intern, the more you can know, the better you'll be at completing your projects. Also, asking questions is better than assuming things, especially in an environment where even a small change can lead to a totally different outcome.

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Tool & Die Group Leader

June - December 2022 • Lansing, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed that it is a very large company and I was given the flexibility to work with whatever team I wanted for a day or so to learn their responsibilities. This allowed me to get a working understanding of the day to day operations of the entire plant, and my role within that.

What I wish was different

I was specifically hired in to work with the launch of some new vehicles within stamping operations. Unfortunately the timeline of said launch was pushed back, outside of the 6-month term that I was there for. This led to me searching for things to do on 80% of the days, often not able to find something engaging. I was able to assume roles of various coworkers during their absence for a day or two here and there, which I truly enjoyed. I do not blame anyone for the project I was brought in to work on getting delayed, I just wish there was SOMETHING else for me to spend my time on. Also, the group leader position is not engineering. It's most often a middle management position working with hourly workers in a union. There tended to be a consistent "us versus them" mentality between the hourly and management. Just be mentally prepared for that.

Advice

GM is a huge company with a role for you somewhere. Initiate conversations with people outside of your team and learn what they do. If possible, go work with them for a day and see if you like it.

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Manufacturing Controls Engineering intern

June - September 2022 • Spring Hill, TN

What I liked

I thought that there were a lot of opportunities to get a lot of experience and work on a lot of projects. I really liked experiencing the manufacturing environment.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more help in finding temporary housing nearby.

Advice

Manufacturing, especially in General Assembly, is a people job. There are so many people involved in each step, doing different tasks. I found that most of these people were very excited to share their experiences and talk about there role. I think in a role like this, it is so important to try and learn as much about the environment as possible. I think the best way to do so is to reach out to the people around you and ask questions.

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Global Purchasing and Supply Chain Intern

May - August 2022 • Warren, MI

What I liked

Loved the autonomy that I had with my projects. They place a lot of trust and confidence in you from day one!

What I wish was different

I wish this internship had been in person and my department had coordinated more hands-on experiences for the interns. Many of the events were online which was nice for flexibility purposes, but it was often hard to connect with coworkers and other interns.

Advice

Take advantage of all the different ERG's and their events!

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Human Resources Intern

June - August 2022 • Lockport, NY

What I liked

Great people and culture

What I wish was different

More work- I was often bored

Advice

Talk to people! Make your name known.

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Quality Engineering Intern

May - August 2022 • Bowling Green, KY

What I liked

Got to work with a wide range of great people who all have an interest in developing yourself professionally. Got to be around Corvettes all day, every day. Had a feeling I was a contributing member of the team. It was a fantastic experience!

What I wish was different

The resources offered to interns were primarily aimed at those in Michigan and no events outside of one plant tour were offered.

Advice

You must be able to adapt quickly and be able to communicate your ideas effectively with a wide range of people from plant directors to production line workers.

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Production Group Leader

May - August 2019 • Flint, MI

What I liked

I loved the fast paced environment, meeting production numbers, solving people's needs, continuous improvement of job stations and the line.

What I wish was different

I would have liked to been on first shift for the entire duration, moving to the night shift was difficult but a rewarding experience!

Advice

Take any opportunities that are presented to you! Real world experience is second to none, and the company's would like to see you learn and grow!

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Corporate Giving Intern

June - August 2021 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I liked that although it was a major corporation, my team really had a small-business feel, they truly made me feel welcome.

What I wish was different

I wish that we could have been in person more, but I'm glad that they were taking the proper Covid protocols.

Advice

Be ready to lead. You can not be unsure of yourself or your responsibilities in this role, you will not learn as much.

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GPSC Intern

May - August 2021 • Warren, MI

What I liked

Very hands-on with a deep breadth of experiences with everything from DE&I to career growth.

What I wish was different

I wish it would have been in-person.

Advice

Great company, great internship, and great people. 10/10 recommend to anyone considering GM or the EXCEL internship program.

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Engineering Intern

May - August 2021 • Milford, MI

What I liked

Being onsite and working with my hands

What I wish was different

That the position was closer to home and I had a few days of work form home as an option.

Advice

Apply for a position that you may not be qualified for on paper. Even if you dont get the job you will get interview experience. Interviewing goes along way to for a successful career.

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Creative Exterior Design Intern

May - August 2021 • Warren, MI

What I liked

I liked the passion that went into each and every detail not only in the design phase, but also across each department working together under one role towards a cleaner and safer future.

What I wish was different

If the internship had been in person, it would have been ideal, so that I could have made connections more seamlessly.

Advice

I would advise to stay focused and really put your heart into the project given. It will better you as a designer and a person!

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Test Technician Intern

May - August 2021 • Warren, MI

What I liked

I liked that I was in a lab amongst technicians and engineers so I got a lot of hands-on experience

What I wish was different

I wish my lab was a little bit bigger so that there was more people to connect with

Advice

All it takes to be successful in any internship is the drive to be your best self and to put in 100% effort everyday. Come in everyday eager to learn and tackle your jobs everyday with a strong foot forward.

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Finance Operations Intern

May - August 2021 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

The project I was assigned was very interesting. The employees were all so willing to help with anything I needed. I was brought into several production plants at my request so I can see the product I was working on.

What I wish was different

It was a remote internship and i was there were more opportunities in person.

Advice

If you work hard and ask the right questions everything else will fall into place.

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Industrial Engineering Intern

June 2020 • Lockport, NY

What I liked

I really enjoyed the experience offered to me at General Motors. I was able to work with multiple different departments at the manufacturing plant. Some of the projects I enjoyed the most were creating and editing layouts, working with quality engineers to review products, and do trial runs.

What I wish was different

I don't think I would change anything about my internship, I was constantly learning new things and pushed to do my best work.

Advice

Search out more projects to work on. If there is ever a dull moment don't just sit and wait around for a new project to fall in your lap. Go out and ask your supervisor to give you more work or ask if there is anything else for you to work on. This along with seeking out projects you are interested in. If you see something that you could make better, go out and work with others to solve that problem.

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Group Lead

November 2018 • Flint, MI

What I liked

This is a supplemental on call position which offers 32 hours a week maximum and an incredible work experience. As it is part time, I have time to pursue another part time experience.