Internship

Three Key Differences: Research Chemist vs. Chemical Safety Intern

Having spent two years working in a university chemistry research lab, I was excited with the opportunity to learn what goes on behind the scenes of an R&D operation as the Chemical Safety Intern

Beyond My 8-to-5

Internships are often seen as mere 8 to 5 stints, but my experience this summer at Indium Corporation has been vastly different from this stereotype. This opportunity has enriched me in many ways I

My First Professional Experience

Everyone gets nervous about something in their life—first day of school, meeting a new friend, or starting a new job. It is very easy to fear of the unknown, especially when you aren’t

Redefining Safety as the EHS Intern

After badging into the building on the first day, I had no idea what to expect in terms of safety. Prior to my internship here at Indium Corporation, I rarely had opportunities to learn about safety

Materials Science in the Real World

I was initially drawn to materials science and engineering (MSE) because of its versatility: everything uses materials! I liked the idea of having options to explore–whether it be engineering,

Robotics: Expect the Unexpected

Through my education and my extracurriculars, I have learned one very important lesson: when working with robots, prepare to be surprised. Now, hear me out, this isn’t a sign of bad engineering

Professional Development in Quality Engineering and Manufacturing

My internship at Indium Corporation has taught me a lot about the professional world, specifically in quality engineering and manufacturing

Woman with the Firmest Handshake

Armed with advice passed down through generations of seasoned professionals, I set out to perfect the firmest handshake the corporate world had ever

My Internship Challenge: Reducing Production Cost Without Comprising Quality

I have had an incredible time so far at Indium Corporation, particularly thanks to my supervisor, the quality management team, and the exciting project that I was able to take on. Being an intern

First-Hand Laboratory Experience as An Intern

I have always had an interest in gaining laboratory experience in a real, professional work setting. This goal has been fulfilled as I joined Indium Corporation as the Soldering Application Intern

An Opportunity for Community Involvement Within My Internship

Though there are many positive comments I can make about my experience this summer at Indium Corporation as the Marketing Communications intern, what truly set these ten weeks apart for me was the

Beyond My Internship Expectations

When I was a child, I wanted to be a veterinarian to help sick and injured animals recover. I had even tried to take care of two kittens, only a few days old, when we found them behind the

Three Things I Learned from My Internship

Participating in an internship this summer at Indium Corporation, I was able to integrate the theoretical knowledge gained in school with the practical application of the industry. As we got a little

Not Your Average Internship®

I always thought of an internship as simply going into the office, completing your work, attending a few meetings, and calling it a day. It never occurred to me that I could experience anything

Empowering Women in Engineering, Today and Everyday

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! Science was once considered a male-dominated field, with many important discoveries spearheaded by women gone unnoticed. That is no longer true, and as a

My Internship Experience So Far

This summer has truly flown by! It is hard to believe that there is only a week until Commencement. In this post, I'll take you through a snapshot of my journey, highlighting some of the

Learning From the Experts

As the internship program has reached the halfway point, I am now able to reflect on all I have learned this

A New Experience in a New Area

I’ve been a Midwest kid my whole life. Moving from Ohio, to Illinois, to Missouri, and then finally back to Ohio, it’s all I knew for my first 18 years. I definitely know starting up

My Very First Project – A Journey of Learning and Growth

As I wrap up my very first project, I take a moment to reflect on the process and the invaluable lessons I have gained along the

Lunch @ 12?

It seems as though one of the main things the majority of us were concerned about when starting this internship was: Whether or not we would bond with our fellow Interns. Throughout the first 2 weeks

Up and Running

With orientation now behind me, it's time to dive into the real work! During my first week at Indium Corporation, my main focus was gaining access to the various software and files essential for