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Applied Industrial Technologies

Customer Service Sales Representative

March 2020 - July 2021 • Spokane, WA

What I liked

I really enjoyed the staff and my coworkers. It was a fast-paced, hectic environment, but I always had help from my coworkers and managers when I needed it, as well as learned so much from everyone's years of experience in the industry.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have balanced school and work better so I could have stayed working for the company.

Advice

I would say that trying something new is always a great way to learn about yourself and what you like and don't like. It also is a great way to create connections beyond the workplace that help you connect later on in your career. Even though a Customer Service Sales Rep is not what I am going to school for, the experience in sales and customer service gave me so much perspective on how business works in the real world and really solidified the direction I want to go in my education.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern

June - August 2021 • Austin, TX

What I liked

Variety of Projects Very independent

What I wish was different

More closely related to my interests

Advice

Start finding internships earlier than you think you need too
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Sales

October 2018 • Bedford, OH

What I liked

Great work environment, very informational and a great transition into the work environment.

What I wish was different

There wasn't much room for growth and the systems were antiquated.

Advice

Be prepared to learn a lot of different product lines and suppliers because it is critical to being successful.
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