I loved the support that I received during my training in the summer, and that I am currently receiving as I grow my skills in writing and reporting. This job is perfect for people who enjoy close research, people, and collaborative work.
What I wish was different
Advice
There is a pretty steep learning curve for students entering this work without any experience with the RNXT/database, and grant language and writing. My advice for tackling the curve is to brush up on as much of the language as you can before training, putting in the time and practice to become proficient at the job, and always communicating with coworkers.
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Custodian
May 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
Work that helped mature me. Friendly, kind coworkers. Flexible and caring supervisors.
What I wish was different
Nothing, really, though waking up at 4AM every day was difficult for me.
Advice
Enjoy it as much as you can! Embrace music, podcasts, audiobooks, etc.! Also, cherish the time as an opportunity to think. It can be beneficial to you.
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Engineering Physics Intern
May - July 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The freedom to pick which projects I was interested in.
What I wish was different
I wish it could have gone longer over the summer.
Advice
Anything has room for improvement if you are willing to think hard about it.
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Student Athletic Trainer
September 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
Great atmosphere to receive fieldwork experience. Athletes are extremely welcoming and thankful.
What I wish was different
To have a mentor that shows new workers tips and tricks to accomplish tasks well.
Advice
Be bold and confident in your abilities, however, have humility to learn the skills required to give the best care as possible to the athletes.
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Student Custodian
May - September 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The people I got to work with, staying close to campus for the summer.
What I wish was different
The hours I was working- I was on the early morning crew, which was difficult.
Advice
Working for on-campus facilities is a great experience.
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Residential Facilities
May 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
Good work, not difficult, with clear parameters and limits. The crew was fun to work with and I like my boss.
What I wish was different
Honestly nothing really.
Advice
It's good to be able to work 32 hours a week, it feels like I'm doing something
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Resident Coordinator
May - August 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I really enjoyed the training I received and the way I was able to use it to care for students and work in housing. It was an incredible experience that has altered my plans for the future in a positive way.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Biology Research Intern
May - July 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I really enjoyed getting to learn more about what research in biology actually looks like, how to ask good questions, and how to go about finding answers.
What I wish was different
I wish we had better success with our projects.
Advice
I learned how to deal with disappointment in research and you just have to take it as it comes and keep asking questions
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Junior Graphic Designer
August 2018 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The work environment!
What I wish was different
Nothing, I loved the experience!
Advice
Always ask questions!
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Custodial Worker
May - September 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
How we had a devotion before our shifts and how loving everyone was.
What I wish was different
I wish it didn’t have to be at 5 am but I understood why.
Advice
Be ready to work. It’s an easy job to an extent but you must be ready.
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Research Assistant
May 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I loved learning how to ask meaningful questions and contrive novel methodologies to sufficiently answer those questions. We explored the heterogeneous ozonolysis and UV Photolysis of Chlorpyrifos via Attenuated Total Reflectance-Fourier transform Infrared Spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR). I loved familiarizing myself with precision instrumentation and ascertaining chemical complexities with certitude of knowledge. I learned to steward intellectual capitol winsomely and respectfully.
What I wish was different
I wouldn’t make any paradigmatic shifts. The scientific approach itself was galvanizing and thought provoking. However, pragmatically, it would have been nice to log the full extent of hours worked in stead of condensing the timecard down to a lesser amount of good hard hours. In other words, there was something of a logistical debacle in the HR department which wedged a fit salary into an hourly scaffold. This was moderately frustrating because it accentuated the exhaustive hours worked with no pay on a daily basis. But, I’m beyond grateful for the experience as a whole!
Advice
When entering the scientific arena—or any professional discipline for that matter—sow bountifully and cultivate indefatigably. Work with visceral energy and insatiable curiosity. Don’t be afraid to delve into the eloquence of a thought project or explore finely nuanced literature germane to the task at hand. Employers love impetus and verb. So take initiative. Go above and beyond.
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I.T. Rep
October 2017 - November 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The team is fantastic to work with. Some of the most hardworking, organized and kind people I know. There's a large learning curve, but everyone is supportive and available to answer any questions you have.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Landscape Architect
May - July 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I loved the staff and flexible hours.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Working hard as unto the Lord and doing your best work makes this job most enjoyable.
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Anatomy TA
May 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I liked the environment and teaching the students.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have had a co-worker because it is a lot of workloads.
Advice
Know the terms well if you want to teach the students.
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Summer Refresh Coordinator
May - August 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The flexibility and work environment.
What I wish was different
Given more responsibility.
Advice
Always try to find something to do.
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Library Circulation Clerk
May 2018 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
Putting books back is a fun puzzle to put together. Each book has a specific spot out of the thousands of places it could go.
What I wish was different
I wish we could still listen to podcasts or music while we work with one ear on.
Advice
There are not many hours to work anymore. They made the system far more efficient so they cut down on student worker hours. In Summer we used to work 25-30 hours weekly, now everyone gets 6-8 hours weekly.
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Conference Host
May 2018 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
The professionalism of Minerva Edwards, Trystan Wilde, and Eunice Hayes, as well as the field managers. The work load was doable, but not impossible. Most importantly, I learned how to fold a fitted sheet properly.
What I wish was different
N/A.
Advice
Be flexible for tasks at hand.
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Presidential Intern
April 2018 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
Office culture and environment. Continuous skill improvement opportunities.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
This job will require outside thinking and a flexible mindset. If you come to work hard and learn, there is so much to take away from this internship!
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Residential Facilities
June 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
I loved the active ness of the job. Working with people was amazing.
What I wish was different
A longer lunch break.
Advice
Stay committed because the harder you work the stronger you get.
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Research assistant
May 2019 • La Mirada, CA
What I liked
A chance to do real applicable work in a field I am interested in.
What I wish was different
That my schedule better matched that of my employer.
