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Data and Analytics Graduate Intern

June - August 2023 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

The overall culture is very welcoming to try new things and learn various skills. Both of HR and onboarding team were helpful and willing to help with anything of concern.

What I wish was different

I would love to have learnt more logistical details earlier.

Advice

Ask a lot of questions.

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Business Technology Intern

June - August 2023 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

The interview & placement process is extremely organized. This is a company that truly values diversity & company culture, fully immersing you in it. There have been so many opportunities to learn without fault, and there is a wide variety of opportunity for growth within tech positions.

What I wish was different

While not my personal experience, some managers were less available than others, making it harder for some interns to feel they were on the right track to success.

Advice

If you apply for this internship & get an offer, take it. There is a true feeling of wanting success for us as interns, & I'm leaving with lifelong friends.

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Data and Analytics Intern

June - August 2022 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

I loved the care Discover put into the program. A lot a thought was put behind this program to make it the best it could be. I loved that I worked with lots of different teams at the headquarters and was able to learn so much in a short time. It was such a great experience!

What I wish was different

I wished the headquarters was full of employees so that I could get the full experience of a busy workplace. But this was no possible due to Covid restrictions, so it was not Discover's fault.

Advice

I would advise others to connect and meet others. Discover has a huge network of people with very different backgrounds. And as a young professional, talking to these people can help mold your career path.

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Account Manager (Financial Services)

June - September 2020 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

Work from home and the hours

What I wish was different

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Data Analytics Intern

June - August 2020 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

Great environment!

What I wish was different

I wish we could have been in person.

Advice

Take every opportunity that is presented to you.

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Business Technology Intern

June - August 2020 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

Great people, great project, very engaging events. Made some great connections as well.

What I wish was different

Some technology issues present, got addressed much later than I would have liked. This was to be expected, given the switch to a virtual environment due to Covid-19.

Advice

Always keep an open mind, and connect with as many people (fellow interns, managers, mentors, etc.) as possible!

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senior account manager

June 2017 - July 2019 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

It gave me a lot of experience in the customer service role, and it is skills I will continue to use in almost any job. It was a great way to meet a lot of new people, and I gained a lot of knowledge about student loans and finances.

What I wish was different

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Data Analyst Intern

June - September 2019 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

Everyone was willing to collaborate and wanted the interns to succeed.

What I wish was different

I wish we were able to collaborate with other interns on their projects.

Advice

Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions.

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Account Manager (Financial Services)

May - September 2018 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

Learning about loan processes and how they work.

What I wish was different

I wish the location was closer to me and that they were more opportunities to move through the company faster.

Advice

You are doing a lot of phone time, but the people you work with are all in your similar situation and the people on the phones are very relatable.

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Account Manager (Financial Services)

June - August 2019 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

I loved how relaxed it was. We ultimately sit behind a computer and answer calls about Discovers Student Loans. The people you work with are so helpful and so fun too! It pays well.

What I wish was different

They have some very strict policies about missing days. You won’t get time off for a vacation unless you ask for it when you apply.

Advice

Definitely know what vacations you want to take before you apply! Let them know in the interview.

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Student Loans

June - August 2019 • Salt Lake City, UT

What I liked

What I enjoyed about Discover is that the company is very friendly to it's employees and offers lots of resources to it's workers! I was able to feel very comfortable in my work environment when it came to being productive.

What I wish was different

I wish there was more communication between supervisor and employee. I felt like there wasn't a consistent checking up on each employee making sure we are doing okay and understanding the work completely. I feel communication is a necessity in the workplace.

Advice

Observe everything around you to utilize your resources so you can be productive and efficient!

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Account Collector

May 2018 • Phoenix, AZ

What I liked

Works with school schedule Tuition reimbursement Health, vision, and dental benefits 401K Paid Time Off

What I wish was different

Different shift times, as working 9-7pm takes up most of my day

Advice

It’s difficult balancing school and work, but it’s taught me how to manage my time efficiently

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Student Loans representative

May - August 2018 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

I really liked the team that i worked on and being able to have a routine everyday. In addition, I also really enjoyed being able to constantly learn and grow within my department. There was always room to improve and move up.

What I wish was different

While .I enjoyed having a routine, there were times that I wished for more variety in the job. However, I did know the expectations going into the job.

Advice

To anyone entering this position I would tell them to not be afraid to ask questions. The more you know, the better you are at your job, so always take any opportunity to learn and go above and beyond.

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Accounting Intern

July - September 2018 • Riverwoods, IL

What I liked

Discover's culture really stood out to me. Everyone there wanted to see you succeed and was willing to help with any questions.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have spent more time in each group as I rotated through.

Advice

Always be willing to go out of your way to meet people in various departments and expand your network.

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Student Loans Representative

April - August 2018 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

Great culture and work environment. It provided a great opportunity for introductory exposure to banking and lending practices.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have gotten more experience with other areas of the bank.

Advice

Learn as much as you can about the lending criteria and practices.

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Account Manager (Financial Services)

June - August 2018 • West Valley City, UT

What I liked

It's a very fun work environment! They have lots of different activities in the summer and there are also a ton of opportunities to grow and get promoted from within fairly quickly. Although it is a call center, the company is very people-focused, centered on always doing the right thing, and also communicating to their customers in a refreshing and positive way. The pay was great for a starting position and they also had healthcare and retirement benefits. They also have tuition reimbursement for business students.

What I wish was different

Advice

I really enjoyed my time there and there are lots of opportunities to climb the career ladder.

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Analyst

May - July 2018 • New Castle, DE

What I liked

Though I am not a mathematics major, this was a great opportunity for me to develop my communication and organization skills, as well as learning more about finances and mathematics.

What I wish was different

I wish my temporary assignment had not ended early.

Advice

The training is difficult, but it is worth it. You learn how to communicate with people without having to see them, and you meet some incredible people along the way. Overall this experience will help.

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