Lockheed Martin

Backend Software Engineer

May - August 2018 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

The culture of the company, I learned a lot from the project I was working on and this was my main goal.

What I wish was different

I just wish there office was bit more organized and better looking

Advice

Work smart not hard! Believe in the process, not the end result.

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Engineering and technology intern

June - August 2020 • Fort Worth, TX

What I liked

I loved this internship so so much. Everything about it was amazing. My favorite aspect about this was definitely that amazing and genuinely kind team I was fortunate to get assigned to. My supervisor was so skilled in leadership and taught me so many important things about working at Lockheed. The most memorable thing he asked me was what I was looking to get from this internship, and I told him I wanted real world applications to match my electrical engineering major. He definitely delivered, and the experience was overall outstanding.

What I wish was different

My internship was completely virtual, and I wish I had the opportunity to be there in person and experience their labs. But even through this challenge I took advantage of the opportunity and made strong relationships and memorable experiences.

Advice

I would just say, through any situation or challenge you come across in any internship, take the opportunity and make the most of it. Ask so many questions and learn as much as you can. It is so important that you get that unique experience that will help you stand out. That’s the point if the internship.

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Mechanical Engineer Intern

May - August 2020 • Camden, AR

What I liked

Everyone was very kind, helpful, and treated me like a respected employee. I got a lot of hands-on experience to help enhance my college education and better myself as a future engineer.

What I wish was different

Coronavirus made the experience a little challenging at times but Lockheed did their best to make the best out of the situation. Despite the challenges, overall this was a great learning experience.

Advice

For future interns, do not be afraid to ask questions. This internship is a learning experience and it is up to you to make the most out of these experiences.

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Software Engineering Intern

May 2020 • Moorestown Township, NJ

What I liked

Lots of keynote speakers and presentations about how to build a career and grow at the company.

What I wish was different

Getting a larger breadth of experience in what the company has to offer, instead of just our specialized role.

Advice

Ask as many questions as you can, there’s lots of information about this company that’s helpful to know.

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Database Developer Intern

June - August 2018 • Hanover, MD

What I liked

I liked being able to work on a variety of projects and network with other employees and inters.

What I wish was different

Advice

Try to learn as much as possible and take on every responsibility you can.

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Diversity& Inclusion

June - August 2018 • Bethesda, MD

What I liked

I really liked the fact that they gave me really important projects to work on and put me in the forefront. I was never given busy work.

What I wish was different

There could have been more interns involved in my day to day activities.

Advice

I would make sure to talk to as many executives as you can. They are always available and willing to talk.

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Computer Systems Engineer

May - August 2018 • Syracuse, NY

What I liked

The management was extremely helpful and great to work with

What I wish was different

The onboarding process was a bit haphazard. It would have been nice to be given more concrete steps to become familiar with company technology

Advice

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Software Engineering Intern

May 2018 • King of Prussia, PA

What I liked

The work environment at Lockheed was amazing. The people are nice, the hours are good, and the way the company is structured really made it a pleasure to work there.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Working in the real world, especially in Computer Science, is radically different than a classroom. Be prepared to learn alot and have most of the things you thought you knew challanged.

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Mechanical Engineer Intern

May - August 2018 • Trumbull, CT

What I liked

I was heavily involved in tasks that needed to be done--there was no "busy-work"--so I felt like I was contributing to the company.

What I wish was different

Advice

Learn to ask questions well--do your research, but don't afraid to ask for help if you get stuck.

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Ground Test Engineer

January - August 2018 • Stratford, CT

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Ask a lot of questions!

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Project Management Intern

May - August 2018 • Fort Worth, TX

What I liked

Great company, hard work made for a great learning experience.

What I wish was different

Different culture

Advice

If you want to go into the DoD industry, work at Lockheed Martin.

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Autonomous Systems Intern

June - August 2017 • Littleton, CO

What I liked

Awesome projects for machine learning, computer vision, and robotics. Lots of super smart people, and an excellent place to grow. Especially if you are interested in research and development.

What I wish was different

Pretty ideal internship. Supervisors are very flexible and will help adjust the project to meet your interests halfway if it complies with the objective of the facility.

Advice

Know algorithms related to robotics, image processing, computer vision, or machine learning. It doesn't matter where (they will help place you), but you will be working on actual projects here. Things like neural nets, reinforcement learning, etc are there for you to work on if you're interested, but they're also tough areas to pick up in a couple of months.

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Manufacturing Planning/ Scheduling Intern

May - August 2017 • Johnstown, PA

What I liked

All the interns got to work together in a room which created for a fun, exciting environment.

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

This internship gave me a true understanding of what it is like to work in a corporate environment which is one that I thought I would love but turns out I was wrong of what I thought I wanted.

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College Student Tech Sr

May - August 2017 • Liverpool, NY

What I liked

My manager, Tim, was very nice and responsive to my needs

What I wish was different

I wish there had not been so many required training courses the first week.

Advice

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Manufacturing Planner Intern

June - August 2017 • Ocala, FL

What I liked

I liked the ability to have my own range to do my project and have my input considered. I also got to with with employees ranging across different levels.

What I wish was different

I wish I was in a more exciting city than Ocala, FL.

Advice

Don't be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and go to a different city or state in order to get great work experience.

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Student Tech Intern

May - August 2017 • Orlando, FL

What I liked

I was given great work and learned in a great environment around other interns and younger employees. The upper level employees and managers were incredible mentors and taught me what it's like to manage employees, perform sound engineering practices in the workplace and deal with co-workers in tough situations.

What I wish was different

Everything was great but I wished it would be in a different location. My hometown is Orlando (which was great at the time) but I want to start my career somewhere else.

Advice

Work harder than everyone around you and they will want to hire you at the end of the internship. If not that, showing you are interested and getting along with everyone around you and creating relationships is key as well.

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Intern

May - August 2017 • Palmdale, CA

What I liked

Fantastic work available.

What I wish was different

A more computational approach.

Advice

Jump in heavily. Talk to execs, ask questions, you'd be surprised with how far people are willing to help you out here!

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Planning Intern

May - August 2017 • Johnstown, PA

What I liked

The experience of being in a manufacturing environment and the challenges it serves to meet deadlines and make the best product possible.

What I wish was different

More experience working on the shop floor.

Advice

Apply for whatever internship you are interested in you never know what might happen.

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Systems Engineering & Integration Intern

June - August 2018 • Sunnyvale, CA

What I liked

Hello! My name is Nathan DeVera, and I am a Senior from Las Vegas, NV double majoring in Mechanical Engineering & Mathematics while simultaneously pursuing a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. This past summer, I worked in Silicon Valley for Lockheed Martin, the world's largest aerospace and defense company. In this internship, I served as a Systems Engineering & Integration intern where I worked on the Navy Fleet Ballistic Missile Program, a federal project that is currently funded through 2084. I was exposed to an incredible industry with an incredible mission. One of my tasks was to collaborate with a wide variety of different stakeholders (from Propulsion Engineers to Business Managers) to assess the life-cycle of the different missile components with the ultimate goal of creating a comprehensive Age Management Program to maximize the production efficiency and minimize cost. I had the opportunity to present my work to my supervisors, team members, Vice Presidents of Lockheed Martin, and even representatives of the U.S. Navy. I have accepted a full-time offer to return working for Lockheed Martin's Space Systems where I will continue serving the Fleet Ballistic Missile Program. A major life goal of mine is accomplished: I can finally tell people that I am a rocket scientist!

What I wish was different

Lockheed is such a big company that at times it was tough to stand out as more than just another intern. That being said, being assertive and (respectfully) loud served me well in getting to know people and being a force in the workplace.

Advice

I would highly recommend that wherever you are (career fair, in your internship, at school), meet as many people as possible. If I learned anything in this Summer internship, it was that you never know who you will meet and how they can affect your future. Connections are everything! Once you establish a personal relationship with people, they will remember and will go the extra mile to help you.

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