《Crafting Your Own Optimal Formula – DuPont 2023 Summer Internship Experience》
Last week marked the end of my two-month summer internship at 杜邦 , and I'm grateful that DuPont enriched my final summer as a student. I'd like to express my sincere appreciation to my mentors, George and Doris, for granting me the freedom to explore, harness my creativity, and showcase my abilities.
Here, I'd like to share several key takeaways that were paramount during my internship:
1. #TechnicalProficiency: During my time in the manufacturing department, I actively participated in projects related to process improvement. I leveraged databases to extract data and create dashboards, enabling the department to monitor product quantities and defect distributions in real-time. I also utilized quality control lab data to develop manpower demand forecasting model, aiding the lab in efficient staff allocation, reducing waste. Additionally, I contributed to the department's digital transformation initiative, educating team members on tools like #ChatGPT and #PowerBI to enhance efficiency.
2. #SocialNetworking: Beyond departmental projects, I engaged in a project with the DuPont Women's Network (DWN). In collaboration with two other interns (Jennifer Liao and Pei-Hsuan Ming ), we served as strategy consultants, conducting research on employee perceptions and expectations of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). This effort helped formulate future plans and promotion strategies. Through this project, I had the opportunity to interact with over 20 individuals from different departments and professions. This experience deepened my understanding of the company's operations and the responsibilities associated with various roles.
3. #Leadership and #TeamCollaboration: As the team leader for the DWN project, I learned how to lead a group effectively and allocate tasks while fostering open communication and collaboration. While individuals can be efficient, the creativity that emerges from a group is boundless. I'm immensely thankful for the trust placed in me by my team members and mentors(Renay and Chen-Ling Lai ).
There are so many people to express gratitude to – thanks to the manufacturing department, the DWN team, and other interns. As this chapter concludes, I'm excited to announce my availability for new opportunities in 2024. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and let's explore how I can contribute value to your team.
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Kudos to the interns for their remarkable efforts in reducing textile waste and making a significant impact on the environment!