I loved the atmosphere; I loved talking to customers about books we both loved, and I enjoyed working with people just as nerdy as me. I was comfortable with all my managers, and felt like I could calmly and safely escalate any problems or comments in a positive, timely manner.
What I wish was different
I wish we had had enough employees such that I could get time off for studying and homework.
Advice
Don’t be afraid to ask questions; keep your weekends clear, and always educate yourself on new books!
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store associate
June - August 2018 • Elizabethtown, KY
What I liked
I enjoyed helping people find what they needed.
I enjoyed working with others and keeping myself busy.
What I wish was different
I believe that the company is disorganized all though they have gotten a lot better from the summer before.
Advice
I think that it is important to keep yourself current as best you can while attending college, if you can't work during the semester take a summer job or internship in your field of study so that when you do enter the business world you will be ready.
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Barista
August 2018 • New Brunswick, NJ
What I liked
Great people, good management
What I wish was different
Longer training
Advice
Be a good multitasker
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Bookseller
April 2018 • Lexington, KY
What I liked
I experienced new things
What I wish was different
Shifts
Advice
Great place
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Bookseller
April 2018 • Orlando, FL
What I liked
The hours are really flexible and the management cares about the well being of the employees
What I wish was different
I wish I had been able to start sooner or work more
Advice
Talk to the seasonals and managers.
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Barista
August 2017 • Westlake, OH
What I liked
I like the work environment and the people I get to be around when I’m there! I also like making fancy coffee drinks and interacting with customers!
What I wish was different
I wish that the café was more well-staffed.
Advice
This is a great place to work as a part time job but do not apply unless you’re willing to take initiative and work hard!
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Bookseller
May 2016 • Houston, TX
What I liked
I loved getting to know all of my coworkers as family.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Barista
June - August 2018 • Waco, TX
What I liked
The people and the atmosphere
What I wish was different
Better pay and hours
Advice
Be prepared to work long hours on your feet
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Bookseller
May - August 2018 • Columbia, SC
What I liked
Flexible hours
What I wish was different
More friendly staff, environment, higher pay
Advice
I would suggest staying positive
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Bookseller
May 2018 • Greensburg, PA
What I liked
The experience of working on Seton Hill campus and being able to interact with more faculty and staff.
What I wish was different
In the summer I was the only student worker, so I wish there would have been another student worker to work with.
Advice
Don't be afraid to try new things! It was difficult to get the hang of finding all the textbooks at first, but now I know all of them by heart. Practice makes perfect.
