I wish I would’ve started over the summer to have more time to be introduced to the topics I’m currently researching.
Advice
If you’re interested in something just ask. Don’t assume that because there’s no official posting for a position that you cannot be accepted for it.
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Camp Counselor
May - June 2022 • Augusta, GA
What I liked
Loved the environment and interaction
What I wish was different
Nothing at all! It was amazing
Advice
For those who want to do it, don’t be afraid to speak up!
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Undergraduate Course Assistant
May - July 2021 • Augusta, GA
What I liked
I was able to review material from a class I already took and help others understand it and learned how to collaborate on code-sharing websites. Also, the hours weren't too intensive or stressful at all.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
As long as you reach out, help students, and prioritize the job (as opposed to slacking off or prioritizing other work), then it's not hard at all!
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Research assistant
May - July 2019 • Augusta, GA
What I liked
I liked how much I got to know my mentor
What I wish was different
I wouldn’t change anything
Advice
It was definitely worth the experience
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
May 2019 • Augusta, GA
What I liked
I really enjoyed the opportunity to get a realistic view of how research is done as a profession, I loved thinking about potential directions to go with research projects and reading papers that would lead to new ideas or support old ones.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to dedicate more time to research over the summer. I did not realize in the beginning how time consuming research could be.
Advice
Always be open to learning something new and seeing things in a new light. In this position, you have to be proactive to succeed.
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Summer Education Enrichment Program Participant
May - July 2019 • Augusta, GA
What I liked
I liked that they included MCAT prep classes and a chance to shadow doctors.
What I wish was different
I wish that there was more flexibility in the MCAT class.
Advice
Its a great experience for people who are interested in going into the medical field.