Google Intern Insights 2014 – Meet Christopher Hocutt
May 30th, 2014 | Published in Google Student Blog
From Google Glass to Project Loon to Adwords and Docs, our interns have the opportunity to work on some of Google’s most cutting edge and innovative projects. Interns also work across sales and other business functions, bringing a fresh perspective to the work done at Google. To show you just how much of an impact interns make and to highlight their unique experiences, we’re bringing you a special blog series: Google Intern Insights. Make sure to look out for the different interns being featured on the blog throughout the summer.
We’re starting this series by getting to know Christopher Hocutt, a Bachelors student from Howard University working as a software engineering intern on the Social Team in Mountain View, CA.
Why did you want to work at Google?
Google is renowned for having the happiest employees and standing by their “don’t be evil” stance. They want to make information accessible and make a change in the world and I want to be a part of that change.
What are you working on at Google?
Currently: Google+
In the future: everything (sorta)
What’s the best part about your team?
My team isn’t too big or too small which allows me to know each of them. They go on frequent coffee and food runs to alleviate the “work tension” and were all extremely welcoming when I joined the team.
What’s the best part about working with your manager?
He’s made it known that anytime I need help, I can go to him. He sits nearby which allows me to beckon and receive help as often as I need it which makes me a more productive worker.
What’s your favorite part about working at Google?
There is free food. Everywhere. All the time. I love to eat and there is always good variety for me to work with.
What’s the thing you’ve accomplished during your internship that you’re most proud of?
I created a meme on an internal thread that got over 230 +1’s after a week! Made me feel pretty successful :-)
What’s your favorite Google moment so far?
My favorite moments have been with the group of friends I made during the first week.
These moments include ping-pong, frisbee, discussing new Glass ideas, etc.
What does “being Googley” mean to you?
Being Googley is: being an innovator, speaking out, being positive, trying to make a difference.
Best meal at Google so far?
I went to Masa and had a burrito with a wheat tortilla and it brought joy to my heart and stomach!
What is one one fact about you?
I’ll always try to be as helpful as my body allows me to be when it comes to donating time/energy to help a cause.
Anything else?
If you’re looking for monotony, Google is not the place for you.
Want to learn more about internships at Google? Check out our Student Careers Site. Additionally, follow Google Students on Google+ and use the hashtag #googleinterns to keep up with Intern Insights this summer.
We’re starting this series by getting to know Christopher Hocutt, a Bachelors student from Howard University working as a software engineering intern on the Social Team in Mountain View, CA.
Chris is originally from Richmond, Virginia, and enjoys ultimate frisbee. So far at Google, he’s enjoyed the food - especially burritos from Masa - and working collaboratively with his supportive and tight-knit team.
Why did you want to work at Google?
Google is renowned for having the happiest employees and standing by their “don’t be evil” stance. They want to make information accessible and make a change in the world and I want to be a part of that change.
What are you working on at Google?
Currently: Google+
In the future: everything (sorta)
What’s the best part about your team?
My team isn’t too big or too small which allows me to know each of them. They go on frequent coffee and food runs to alleviate the “work tension” and were all extremely welcoming when I joined the team.
What’s the best part about working with your manager?
He’s made it known that anytime I need help, I can go to him. He sits nearby which allows me to beckon and receive help as often as I need it which makes me a more productive worker.
What’s your favorite part about working at Google?
There is free food. Everywhere. All the time. I love to eat and there is always good variety for me to work with.
What’s the thing you’ve accomplished during your internship that you’re most proud of?
I created a meme on an internal thread that got over 230 +1’s after a week! Made me feel pretty successful :-)
What’s your favorite Google moment so far?
My favorite moments have been with the group of friends I made during the first week.
These moments include ping-pong, frisbee, discussing new Glass ideas, etc.
What does “being Googley” mean to you?
Being Googley is: being an innovator, speaking out, being positive, trying to make a difference.
Best meal at Google so far?
I went to Masa and had a burrito with a wheat tortilla and it brought joy to my heart and stomach!
What is one one fact about you?
I’ll always try to be as helpful as my body allows me to be when it comes to donating time/energy to help a cause.
Anything else?
If you’re looking for monotony, Google is not the place for you.
Want to learn more about internships at Google? Check out our Student Careers Site. Additionally, follow Google Students on Google+ and use the hashtag #googleinterns to keep up with Intern Insights this summer.