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UI/UX Designer Intern

March - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I loved my role as a UX Content Designer, even though I didn’t fully know what that meant when first coming to the company, because I learned a lot. The company culture was also great and I felt very welcomed and involved in the team.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more consistent projects to work on. I was often given many small products to focus on, but would have liked a few bigger projects that I could focus on for longer periods of time and really immerse myself.

Advice

I would say to not be intimidated. Especially at a big company like Quicken Loans, its easy to feel overwhelmed, but everyone is friendly and willing to help if you just ask questions and try to make friends. And even experts in their field are unsure of what to do sometimes, we’re all human and we’re all in this together.

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Mortgage Operations Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

The company culture and environment. It was very laid back yet still professional, and they emphasize that everyone has a voice and their ideas and opinions matter.

What I wish was different

In my team specifically there was not very many intern like projects since it was a production role. I wish this would've been different because I felt more like a temp than an intern.

Advice

I would say that with a job like this one, where you sit at a desk it is very easy to get bored but if you set little goals for yourself it makes it a lot more entertaining because you have a challenge. I would also talk to many people/employers on the phone everyday and it is important to not take things personal. You never know what kind of day someone is having, so if they are rude to you on the phone just be extra nice because maybe they are having a bad day.

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Mortgage Banking sales

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I loved the opportunity of the program. Not only did I do my sales job, but the internship program allowed me to shadow other areas within the Rock Family of Companies, as well as attend fun events that familiarized the interns with the company, its leaders, and Detroit! I would not have traded my rewarding, fun, and learned experience.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have been paid more as a mortgage banking sales intern. We were speaking with real clients and doing work that full-time employees do. Not only that, but we were getting trained on the mortgage process and took classes that had exams. We studied, worked hard, had a busy schedule (in comparison to other interns); I wish our pay would have reflected that.

Advice

Try everything, do everything. The Rock Family of Companies internship program offers so many opportunities to be immersed into what being a full-time employee is like and it is up to you to learn about it all. I'm thankful I got to shadow and attend the internship events I could because it opened my eyes to all that Quicken Loans has going on, how they live out their "isms" as a company, and how they are defying the corporate lifestyle we know today. I would totally go back to QL if they would have me.

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Database Engineer Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the environment, culture, and people. It was very welcoming and the people there love to help out interns.

What I wish was different

Wish I were given more work to do and more time to shadow people in other departments.

Advice

Know what you want and don't be afraid to ask for it. There are a lot of opportunities at QL, so you can definitely find something you want to do.

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Government Affairs Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I liked working on a variety of projects involving transit, professional sports, and real estate. My team leader and mentor were immensely helpful in contributing to my professional development.

What I wish was different

Advice

Internships are learning experiences! By bringing a super positive attitude everyday and asking lots of questions, I learned so much and was able to make real contributions to the team.

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Advertising Sales Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

Opportunities for feedback.

What I wish was different

Wish there had been more activities for interns.

Advice

Engage with your team leader.

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Mortgage Operations Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I loved the atmosphere. Everyone always had a smile on their face.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Student Athlete Intern

July 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I enjoyed the fast paced atmosphere and working in downtown of a big city. Also the inclusive environment that included team orientated tasks.

What I wish was different

A little bit more variety of work and a longer internship.

Advice

Gave a glimpse into everyday work life and the grind in showing up everyday ready and prepared to complete tasks.

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Capital Markets Intern

May - August 2019 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

Very friendly people. Great environment. Felt like I was contributing. Lots of meaningful and they allow interns to explore other business areas within the company.

What I wish was different

Advice

Explore other business areas. There are lots of networking opportunities so take advantage of it all.

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Capital Markets Intern

June - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

The Culture was amazing and the quality of experience was nice.

What I wish was different

The recruitment process wasn't the greatest for a returning intern.

Advice

Keep your network up. If I didn't have a strong network in and out of the company my summer really could've been unproductive. Also, invest in yourself and make sure you're the best option for them. If you have a strong connection group, but can't produce, then you won't make it far.

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Mortgage Banking Sales Intern

May - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

Was a great opportunity to grow professionally. Overall positive experience

What I wish was different

I wish that I was able to take advantage of more opportunity they had available

Advice

Take advantage of every opportunity. The internship was very involved but make time to do more.

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Account Executive Intern (PR and Marketing)

May - July 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I like the opportunity to network with people through the company and to gain more experience

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

network with people throughout the company. Once they build a relationship with you and tell others about you in the company you increase your chance of getting your foot in the door for employment

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Mortgage Operations Intern

May 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I liked the experience gained at Quicken Loans. At the company, they treat interns just as they would team members, being involved with many high level projects and meetings. The internship is truly what you make of it, and you are allowed to utilize the tools offered to team members in any way that you would like to put your own ideas into action. Quicken Loans loves fresh eyes and is open to any sort of feedback that interns have to offer about the company or their processes.

What I wish was different

I do wish that interns were paid slightly higher and offered a small bank of PTO for those interns that are with the company for more than one or two intern seasons.

Advice

Interact. Make your mark wherever you can and do not be afraid to network and get your name out there by assisting with any tasks asked of you by your leader. This will get you noticed and increase your chances to gain a full time job with the company.

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Mortgage Development Banking Intern

May - August 2018 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

Was able to shadow different departments, learned about the mortgage process, traveled to Detroit

What I wish was different

To have been able to work more with clients

Advice

To take advantage of shadowing different departments and ask questions!

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Business consultant

January - September 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

What I liked about being a business consultant intern is that I was able to have my own project and gain real life experience. I did a project where I had to go undercover in the banking area as a mortgage banker and identify ways to improve their process.

What I wish was different

There’s is nothing that I wish was different. It was a great experience.

Advice

If you have the opportunity to work at Quicken Loans, take advance of every opportunity you can. Make sure to network because you can meet a lot of amazing people that can teach you so much.

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Mortgage Operations Intern

June - August 2018 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

i loved the environment that i worked in and how helpful everyone was. Quicken Loans was amazing

What I wish was different

I wished that I had more things to do. The day can be a drag if I did not have a project to do

Advice

Enjoy your internship experience and do your best, because it could lead to a future job after college

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IT Project Manager

May - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

Agile, fast, and amazing culture. They treat their interns really well with lots of perks and goodies. Great atmosphere and a challenge! And so many events like intern parties, tiger games, and even rooftop parties.

What I wish was different

Intern to intern interactions, part time extensions

Advice

Quicken loans is a super fast paced company, be ready to develop and release products quickly and be up for any challenge.

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Business Consultant

May 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

Very independent and able to take ownership of own work.

What I wish was different

Seems very fake as far as internships go. It's like they are putting on a show for interns and it's not really what work should be about.

Advice

Take full advantage of learning the business. Shadow every area and make it known what your goals are.

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Intern

May - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I learned a lot about my field and got to participate in projects that moved the business forward. Great team culture. They really care about the interns and it shows through all the events they put on.

What I wish was different

I would have liked to have been more on top of shadowing and gotten to learn more about the other areas of the business.

Advice

Always ask what you can do to help and what others can teach you.

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Community Fund Intern

May - August 2018 • Detroit, MI

What I liked

I loved being able to explore different areas of the company.

What I wish was different

I wish I had received a more detailed project, then again, I should've created one.

Advice

Don't hesitate to explore, there is so much to learn about the company. A majority of the team members are willing to set aside time to meet with you, just ask.

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