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A representative from Honda called me today. He wants me to apply for an internship working between DENSO Automotive and Honda R&D. He was friendly and maybe biased towards me, as he talked to me for a while, and told me that although my resume specifies marketing/communications/pr, something about it has really caught his eye. He told me that the fact that I had studied Japanese and was studying Chinese was impressive, and that he felt that I would fit right in and be able to appreciate work between cultures.
I told him that I would gladly accept a tactical internship in logistics and transportation. Even though it was not my area of preference, I told him, I had worked with it extrensively over the summer at Greif. I told him I was willing to be flexible and hoped for training, and he did not at all seemed worried that I wasn't exactly qualified. Of course, I'm not sure if I really have a chance, as a third-year logistics major would obviously be better, but the fact that he called... is flattering. And undeniably exciting.
When I told my Dad the latest news, he reacted with usual businessman enthusiasm. "Honda would look unbelievable on your resume!" he exclaimed. "Pennzoil and DENSO are HUGE companies!" he then launched into an exciting discussion of how they are known for excellent pay, and added that if I worked for them I could maybe go to Japan, so I better pick the language up again soon. I obviously cannot do this just yet, but the thought of resuming Japanese is tempting -- I love the language. And after this quarter, I may be comfortable doing II. It feels really good to study a language for once and not have my parents going, "WHAT THE HELL?"... you see, there is a method to the madness that is Singing Wren. Or so I'd like you to believe. ;)
Admittedly, if I started Japanese again, it would have NOTHING to do with working for companies who deal with Japan... it would just be because I really like it. But I also like Chinese. Someone hurt me if I choose both.
Anyway, I am not freaking out about this opportunity. It would, after all, be an extremely busy job with a bajillion tasks and a lot of data. However, I would also apparently work face-to-face with customers (yay), and also with the R&D department, who will give me information to communicate about new prototypes (cool.) I would have tasks ranging from logistical order-tracking to visual inspection of products (huh?), as well as various communications and vague 'customer interactions.' Gods know what else transportation majors actually do... *laughs* I'm just an innocent naive little marketing/international business major. The fact that I have yet to have (or even be offered!) and internship in any of these areas is an amusing coincidence... why do the gods keep nudging me towards tactics? I do not play games to win games. I play games to play!
On a tangent, that last comment reminded me of a quote I saw on a poster today -- something like, "Children dance to everything until they learn that there is anything that isn't music." This reminds me of me in a way. IS there anything that isn't music?
I need to go update my resume now, and call back Honda for more information... I cannot schedule an interview online because the system thinks I am not qualified because of my major. Mr. Smith (shut up, that's his name) told me I'd better apply myself, though, so here goes nothing. Looks like the interview might be on the Thursday of Trillium. I think it will be early, though, so I am not too worried. Excuse to skip Bio?! Not like I need one...
*laughs*
I am really excited about Trillium. I guess the sudden possibility of NOT being able to go yesterday reminded me of just how much I want to. I'd pick Trillium over Wellspring any day. Stupid, and hopefully I won't have to pick, but something about Trillium is really important.
In other news, I am in a radiant mood because I think I OWNED that midterm. I also got to talk to B today (whooh!) and I bought Ashley a present. She was excited to receive the present, but it was nothing compared to my excitement to give it... excellent! Amazing how much joy 8 dollars can bring.
I am also thrilled to know that it is basically the weekend for me now, and that even though I am working tomorrow I can still enjoy tonight. Since I just had a midterm in one of my classes, I really have a minimal amount of studying... nothing is due. It's just my responsibility to keep on top of things and be ready for next week.
I might get to go to bed early tonight, or even better, to stay up watching Smallville... yes. Good times are ahead.
But for now, bellydancing!
I told him that I would gladly accept a tactical internship in logistics and transportation. Even though it was not my area of preference, I told him, I had worked with it extrensively over the summer at Greif. I told him I was willing to be flexible and hoped for training, and he did not at all seemed worried that I wasn't exactly qualified. Of course, I'm not sure if I really have a chance, as a third-year logistics major would obviously be better, but the fact that he called... is flattering. And undeniably exciting.
When I told my Dad the latest news, he reacted with usual businessman enthusiasm. "Honda would look unbelievable on your resume!" he exclaimed. "Pennzoil and DENSO are HUGE companies!" he then launched into an exciting discussion of how they are known for excellent pay, and added that if I worked for them I could maybe go to Japan, so I better pick the language up again soon. I obviously cannot do this just yet, but the thought of resuming Japanese is tempting -- I love the language. And after this quarter, I may be comfortable doing II. It feels really good to study a language for once and not have my parents going, "WHAT THE HELL?"... you see, there is a method to the madness that is Singing Wren. Or so I'd like you to believe. ;)
Admittedly, if I started Japanese again, it would have NOTHING to do with working for companies who deal with Japan... it would just be because I really like it. But I also like Chinese. Someone hurt me if I choose both.
Anyway, I am not freaking out about this opportunity. It would, after all, be an extremely busy job with a bajillion tasks and a lot of data. However, I would also apparently work face-to-face with customers (yay), and also with the R&D department, who will give me information to communicate about new prototypes (cool.) I would have tasks ranging from logistical order-tracking to visual inspection of products (huh?), as well as various communications and vague 'customer interactions.' Gods know what else transportation majors actually do... *laughs* I'm just an innocent naive little marketing/international business major. The fact that I have yet to have (or even be offered!) and internship in any of these areas is an amusing coincidence... why do the gods keep nudging me towards tactics? I do not play games to win games. I play games to play!
On a tangent, that last comment reminded me of a quote I saw on a poster today -- something like, "Children dance to everything until they learn that there is anything that isn't music." This reminds me of me in a way. IS there anything that isn't music?
I need to go update my resume now, and call back Honda for more information... I cannot schedule an interview online because the system thinks I am not qualified because of my major. Mr. Smith (shut up, that's his name) told me I'd better apply myself, though, so here goes nothing. Looks like the interview might be on the Thursday of Trillium. I think it will be early, though, so I am not too worried. Excuse to skip Bio?! Not like I need one...
*laughs*
I am really excited about Trillium. I guess the sudden possibility of NOT being able to go yesterday reminded me of just how much I want to. I'd pick Trillium over Wellspring any day. Stupid, and hopefully I won't have to pick, but something about Trillium is really important.
In other news, I am in a radiant mood because I think I OWNED that midterm. I also got to talk to B today (whooh!) and I bought Ashley a present. She was excited to receive the present, but it was nothing compared to my excitement to give it... excellent! Amazing how much joy 8 dollars can bring.
I am also thrilled to know that it is basically the weekend for me now, and that even though I am working tomorrow I can still enjoy tonight. Since I just had a midterm in one of my classes, I really have a minimal amount of studying... nothing is due. It's just my responsibility to keep on top of things and be ready for next week.
I might get to go to bed early tonight, or even better, to stay up watching Smallville... yes. Good times are ahead.
But for now, bellydancing!