Category: Ambassador Spotlights

Let’s Detroit is excited to welcome our new cohort of Campus Ambassadors who will help connect more regional college students to the Let’s Detroit networking and community-building resources. Our Campus Ambassadors are talented young people who are passionate about making an impact in our region!   Seven current college students representing six regional institutions will work remotely to engage their […]

When I chose to attend Wayne State in 2017, I knew that I’d be moving to campus to live without a car. While my friends, parents, and grandparents questioned my decision continuously, I was confident: the Q-Line had just opened, MoGo was launching, and if all else failed, I figured I could give DDOT and […]

This summer, Let’s Detroit launched its first Summer Intern Series for 132 college students interning at Ancor Automotive, Autokiniton, Bosch, Ford Motor Company, Magna International, Meritor, and Rocket Companies. The interns came from diverse departments within each organization, including IT, cybersecurity, engineering, finance, communications, marketing, and sales. The series provided participants with opportunities to engage […]

After the last few years, things finally seem to be getting back to some sort of norm. As that happens, it’s fun to have things to look forward to, celebrate, and enjoy. So, I have gathered some events and things to attend and do this summer that will help us enjoy getting back to that […]

Being a young student in Detroit, I attended Detroit Public Schools for elementary and middle school during a time when school funding was very limited. Though I made great memories and still reflect on those positive moments spent during my days as a student, I also reflect on the lack of resources that were available. […]

Growing up in front of Patton Park in Southwest Detroit has been an absolute joy. Not only is my city unique to me because of the many colorful murals all over, but it also has the famous street, West Vernor Highway. Patton Park is also where you can find my favorite Mexican restaurant, Los Altos, […]

Looking to have fun this summer, and drastically reduce your screen time? Check out this list of fun Detroit attractions that allow you to take that break and enjoy the nice outdoors downtown Detroit has to offer!  Riverwalk | Rosa Parks Boulevard to Belle Isle Bridge 3.5 miles  You could catch me on the Fourth […]

Before coming to Detroit for college, have a community wasn’t a very big priority of mine. I was never very involved in the culture of home or the events around me. Since being here that could not be more different. The community at College for Creative Studies (CCS) is so incredibly strong that it’s hard […]

The importance of an internship cannot be understated. Internships add irrefutable experience to your resume, allow you to explore your post-graduation career choices, and prepare you with the skills you need to excel in your career. Emily Heckathorn, diversity sourcing specialist for the talent acquisition team at Cooper Standard, took advantage of her internship with […]

Do you love living, working, and playing in Southeast Michigan and enjoy seeing its growth and potential? If so, then you should become a Let’s Detroit Ambassador! As an ambassador, you would help spread the word about all the great things happening in the region, may it be new jobs, upcoming events, or ways to get involved. […]