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Hey everyone! 👋 I have some exciting news to share! I am happy to announce that I accepted an internship this summer with Rivian as an Autonomous Infrastructure Software Engineer on the Embedded Autonomy team! This journey started a year ago at the National Society of Black Engineers National Convention in Kansas City. I had the privilege of attending with my chapter from Santa Clara University (NSBE SCU) and I found myself waiting in a never-ending line at the Rivian booth. This was my first experience in the world of professional networking and let alone one of the biggest engineering conventions, which was filled with a combination of intimidation and imposter syndrome. Once the wait was over, I had a brief conversation with Jessica Dawson Collier, which inspired me to pursue an internship at Rivian. A year later, I look back at all of my personal, academic, and professional growth and feel so grateful. Thank you so much, Emma Jimenez, Scott Moser, and Errick Flores for this amazing opportunity, smooth interviews, and everyone else that helped me throughout my process. Here are a few key things that played a key role in my success: ✅ Quality > Quantity: One of the biggest things I learned through 70+ applications, dozens of interviews, and multiple offers is that the quality of your application will make you stand out! This means focusing on being concise, articulate, and giving a thoughtful project presentation. ✅ Persistence and Patience: You never know what the future holds, and each bit of work you put in each day will pay off, so never stop improving and using your setbacks as motivation. ✅ Networking: Always keep connecting with people and finding ways to stay inspired. The opportunities will present themselves, its just a matter of time! Thank you again to everyone, and I can't wait to begin! #rivian #softwareengineering #techcareers #adventureawaits

Sorry, future tech leaders and aspiring innovators. If you were dreaming of spending your summer interning at #Tesla, you might want to hold off on packing your bags and booking your flights. #ElonMusk's electric car company has been rescinding summer internship offers just weeks before they were set to begin. So, instead of nurturing for its future growth, it has been unceremoniously tossed aside, leaving countless #college students scrambling for alternative summer plans. Of course, this internship fiasco is just the latest in a string of troubling signs that all is not well at Musk's car company. Between layoffs, key executives jumping ship, and a broader flatlining of EV sales, it seems like Tesla is more of a house on fire than a shining beacon of #innovation. Way to go, Elon! So, to all the college students out there who had their Tesla #internship dreams crushed, I say this: keep your heads up and keep pushing forward. There are plenty of other companies out there that would be lucky to have you, and who knows, maybe you'll even end up working for a CEO who actually cares about nurturing talent and building a stable, successful company.

Unfortunately, today I am writing to say I am an intern who had their offer rescinded. While the news is certainly disappointing, I still maintain a high level of respect for Tesla and all its employees. This experience has already taught me a lot both professionally and personally, and I hope to continue developing those skills over the course of the summer. Humbly asking anybody who knows of any analytics-based internships to please reach out. #internships #tesla #teslalayoffs #usc #uscmsba #uscmarshall #uscviterbi #uscalumni #businessanalytics #analytics #engineering #jobseeker

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Let me tell you, as a former intern, why the Tesla Charging team is so great: - They are open-minded. They approach everyone with a learning mindset, as well as helping others learn. - They are passionate about what they’re doing and they’re innovative. They love to brainstorm on improving processes. - They prioritize collaboration and teamwork, recognizing that great ideas often come from collective effort and diverse perspectives. - They are committed to sustainability, constantly seeking ways to reduce environmental impact. - They value feedback and actively ask input from stakeholders to ensure their solutions meet the needs of the community. - They embrace challenges with enthusiasm, viewing them as opportunities for growth and development rather than obstacles to be avoided. In my 6 months of internship at EHS for Charging, I had the chance to work with these great people. Long story short: the amount of stuff I’ve learned is astounding, I can surely tell you that they would make the best addition to any team. #tesla #teslalayoffs #supercharging #charging

Halfway through my internship at Tesla, and it's been an incredible journey so far! 🌟 I've had the opportunity to learn and grow, working on cross-functional teams, connecting with brilliant engineers, dedicated technicians, and our amazing customers. The insights gained from these interactions have been invaluable. My focus has been on diving deep into our problem statement and identifying those key gaps that we can bridge and processes that we can enhance. Through this journey, I've had the pleasure of creating a workflow diagram that's poised to redefine how our customers experience self-service. The customer-centric approach we're taking is nothing short of revolutionary and is all set to redefine industry standards. A huge shoutout to my manager, Brittany Keith, MBA, and my mentor Paul Allen whose guidance has been instrumental in my journey. 🙌 Your insights have truly been a guiding light, and I'm eager to learn and grow under your mentorship in the second half of my internship. Looking ahead, the road leads to creating a detailed roadmap for the remainder of my internship. I'm determined to delve deeper into understanding customer pain points and finding innovative solutions to make their experiences even better. Here's to the second half of my Tesla internship - a journey filled with growth, innovation, and limitless possibilities! 🚗🔋💡 #TeslaInternship #Innovation #ProblemSolving #TeslaInterns2023 #ElectricVehicles

Starting a new role can be challenging, but the lessons learned from these challenges are invaluable. As a Technical Product Analyst at Tesla, I was captivated by the fast-paced, high-quality work environment of the company. This internship offered a wealth of experiences and insights that have significantly shaped my professional development. Here are the top things I learned during my spring internship: 1. Understanding customers - Learning about customer's behaviour and improving software products to enhance customer satisfaction was a primary focus. I learned to analyze customer feedback meticulously, identify pain points, and collaborate with the teams to implement changes. This approach not only improved user experience but also fostered a deeper connection between Tesla and its customers. 2. Collaborating with Stakeholders - Clear communication is vital in the corporate world, and working with various stakeholders was instrumental in my growth. I developed skills in articulating project requirements, negotiating priorities, and ensuring that everyone was aligned with the project goals. This collaborative effort ensured that projects were completed efficiently and effectively. 3. Improving Tesla Operations - Diving into the operational side of Tesla was a new and exciting challenge. It required a comprehensive understanding of current processes and identifying areas for improvement. By analyzing workflow inefficiencies and proposing streamlined solutions, I contributed to enhancing Tesla's operational effectiveness. This experience taught me the importance of continuous improvement and innovation in achieving successful results. I want to extend a special thanks to Orr. Working under his guidance has been an incredible learning experience. As I continue with my internship this summer, I am excited to further my growth and continue making a positive impact at Tesla. #tesla #internship #teslaintern #ServiceAugmentation #TechnicalProductManager #ProgramManager #PurdueUniversity #MastersStudent

Meet Richard Serrano: A Gainesville, GA native, proud Latino, and first in his family to attend university. We are grateful to have had him join us for the past 8 months as a Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op Intern at our manufacturing plant in Normal, IL.    Despite previous welding and automotive engineering experience from his Formula SAE team at Kennesaw State, when Richard first joined the battery team for his Co-Op he couldn’t help but feel nervous. “At first, I was scared,” said Richard, “but my manager has been with me all the time mentoring me and has consistently encouraged me to ask questions. I remember one of the first things he told me: he said, ‘The learning curve is going to be incredibly steep. Don’t be afraid to not know something. Be open to learn as much as you can.’”    In these past 8 months, Richard has taken his mentor’s words to heart. With support from his mentors and engineering peers, he has learned, worked on, and driven efficiencies in laser and busbar welding processes we use every day on the main R1 manufacturing line. “These engineers have been here for a while and that’s because they are the most knowledgeable. It’s been super interesting, and I’ve learned so much!” Now that his internship is coming to a close, Richard’s advice to other interns out there is, “there’s no time to be shy or hesitant here. The engineers here will respect your input and treat you like a full-time employee. Just be super willing to learn and you'll get some amazing real-world experience – that I have not doubt.” Interested in joining the next cohort of Manufacturing Engineering Co Op Interns at Rivian? Learn more at rivn.co/students. #rivian | #adventurousforever | #rivianintern | #intern | #internship 

As I navigated the final waves of my academic semester, I also embarked on the often exhilarating yet challenging path of securing my next professional stepping stone. After multiple interviews and countless hours of preparation, I received an offer from Tesla which I accepted with enthusiasm, declining other opportunities to focus on this exciting new chapter. However, life, as it often does, had other plans. While I was in the middle of finals, I got an unexpected message, "We regret to inform you that your offer has been rescinded." The security I felt vanished, leaving behind a host of rearrangements and renewed uncertainties, especially considering most internships have already hired people by this time of year. The timing couldn’t have been worse, leaving me to reassess my options. This setback, though difficult, has been an important lesson in resilience and adaptability. I’m exploring other opportunities and reaching out to my network again, staying hopeful and proactive. If you know of any opportunities, please send them my way. To everyone who’s reached out with advice and support, thank you. Your help has been instrumental as I navigate these unexpected changes. To those in a similar position: keep pushing forward. Our paths are often unpredictable, but each step, even the backward ones, teaches us something valuable. #teslalayoffs #CareerSetbacks #InternshipSearch #StayPositive

𝐈𝐏 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐨 𝐤𝐢 𝐤𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐢 𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐭𝐢 𝐡𝐚𝐢... (part 2) These were the exact words of one of my mentees when he booked a session with me on topmate.io. I think big startups like hiring students from Delhi University more than others. It's because, just like we want popular brands, they want students from a popular brand like DU. But in my view, this perception should be changed. And he did it! So, we discussed the roles that are pretty easy to target. (just to increase the chances) Strategized cold mailing and structured the CV well. And bang! He converted an internship with the esteemed Cars24 in the Strategy and Growth domain. Whenever I hear news like this, it reminds me of the hard times I had been through to get an internship back in the day. Follow Charchit Kurra for more such content :) PS: Hustling for that one summer internship? DM and lets discuss...