Which US company internship should I pick?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around selecting an internship in the US for an Industrial Engineering graduate currently pursuing a master's in Manufacturing Engineering. Participants explore factors influencing the decision, including salary, industry opportunities, and location.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant emphasizes the importance of salary, opportunities within the industry, and the appeal of the state when choosing an internship.
  • Another suggests that the internship offer received is a reliable indicator for selection.
  • A different participant notes the abundance of internship advertisements and expresses the need to narrow down choices, considering both a prepared list and personal preferences.
  • One reply advises prioritizing the opportunity for meaningful work and networking over salary and location, highlighting the potential for future employment with companies that hire interns post-graduation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the prioritization of factors such as opportunity, salary, and location, indicating that there is no consensus on the best approach to selecting an internship.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully defined what constitutes a "high-visibility position" or the specific criteria for evaluating "real work" in internships, leaving some assumptions unaddressed.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals seeking internships in engineering fields, particularly those considering opportunities in the US, may find the discussion relevant.

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I'm an Industrial Engineering graduate currently enrolled in Manufacturing Engineering master studies in Europe. I have an opportunity to seek for internship in US. Don't have any particular strengths, just been working in tobacco manufacturing for a year.

I guess my determinants are:
1. Salary (only paid internships, the higher the better)
2. Opportunities within the industry (international recognition, career perspectives)
3. State (interesting people, beautiful environment)

Once I have some idea, I will be able to target chosen companies specifically.
 
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The one you get an offer for is usually a safe bet
 
artfullounger said:
The one you get an offer for is usually a safe bet
I could apply for a prepared list of companies but I could also give it a chance to go for the ones of my choice. It's just that there're so many advertisements all over the states that I need to somehow narrow down my choice.
 
At this point in your schooling you're better off focusing on the opportunity first, salary and location second. Try to get a high-visibility position where you are doing real work and can make connections. Also, if it is at a company that hires its interns after graduation, this is a good opportunity for "try-before-you-buy".

A meaty internship can be a great way into a first job.
 

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