The flexibility, the co-workers, the work environment. I have learned so much since I started in the Air Force!
What I wish was different
Advice
If you’re willing to learn and motivated, you will do great!
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Airman
March 2017 • Vandenberg AFB, CA
What I liked
Great opportunity to have my school paid for by the Air Force.
What I wish was different
I wish I had signed a shorter contract for the same benefits.
Advice
I wouldn't sign a contract unless it's in a job you are interested in.
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Electronics Engineering Intern
May - August 2019 • Hill Air Force Base, UT
What I liked
I liked working right next to the runway and watching the planes on my lunch break.
What I wish was different
There really wasn't a whole lot for me to do. It takes 80% of the internship just to have enough paperwork done that you can start working. So most of the time you stare at a wall.
Advice
Be patient. The work you will do for the Air Force will be amazing! It just takes a lot of red tape before you get there.
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Air Force A-10 Avionics Technician
May - July 2019 • Fort Wayne, IN
What I liked
My co-workers, the job itself, being a part of something bigger than me and making a difference.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have been there longer.
Advice
Do not hesitate if you are thinking about joining, the people you meet and the experiences you have are like none other.
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PEX Specialist
July - August 2019 • Colorado Springs, CO
What I liked
My job was five minutes away from my house which was very convenient and it paid well.
What I wish was different
That I had more work to do. I was able to finish it all early and so had a lot of time on my hands.
Advice
If you can get a government job over the summer go for it because it pays well and depending on what it is the hours are reasonable.
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Engineering trainee
June - August 2019 • Hanscom Air Force Base, MA
What I liked
The people, the work, the hours, and the work-life balance.
What I wish was different
More hands on engineering work.
Advice
Be open to learning things not directly related to your major.
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Systems Development Engineer
June 2019 • Eglin Air Force Base, FL
What I liked
The responsibility my coworkers gave me. It was enough to push me to grow while they checked in and made sure I didn't get overwhelmed.
What I wish was different
I wish I had started earlier.
Advice
Communicate with your coworkers and supervisor about everything.
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aerospace technician
September 2015 • Shaw Afb, SC
What I liked
The work with aerospace technology
What I wish was different
Environment can be hard to work in, depending on weather.
Advice
Expect the unexpected from aerospace technician work.
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Clerical Assistant
June - August 2019 • New Hanover Township, NJ
What I liked
Easy and simple
What I wish was different
Management
Advice
Good stepping stone
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AFRL Intern
May - August 2019 • Eglin Air Force Base, FL
What I liked
I got to experience the real AF research labs over the summer. I was excited that I could actually use my knowledge from college and apply it to the project that they gave me.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could have seen even more of the Air Force Base, but I will get to do that when I come back and work there.
Advice
I recommend getting started in research or an internship as early as possible.
