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Chemical Engineering Research Assistant

April 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

I liked the field of research that I was working in which was advanced nuclear reactor design.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more responsibility during the summer.

Advice

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Research Assistant

April 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Learning new skills pertaining to my major I wouldn’t have learned otherwise

What I wish was different

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Economic Research Assistant

June 2017 • Provo, UT

What I liked

I love research. The data-centric approach to answering questions is really appealing. I had the chance to participate in all steps of the research process which was very engaging.

What I wish was different

I don't really have any complaints.

Advice

If you like research, do as much as possible as an undergraduate. If you plan on going to graduate school, research looks great on a resume.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

April 2017 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Research is a fantastic experience that can really help students to know what they like and what they don't. It's been wonderful to invest myself in a lab.

What I wish was different

I would like to have spent more time there.

Advice

Do research if you can! It is very eye opening and can lead to some great opportunities even as an undergrad!
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Computer Technician

August 2018 • Provo, UT

What I liked

The job was chill and I had a lot of fun and time to enjoy my summer still

What I wish was different

Nothing! The time I spent there during the summer was perfect

Advice

Do what you like and you'll enjoy it always!
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BYU Grounds Intern

May 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Supervisor is super nice!!! Very relaxed job, I was able to work as much as I like and was challenged to learn new things and push myself.

What I wish was different

Sometimes I wish I had more to do!

Advice

Keep looking for jobs until you find the right fit.
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University Teaching Assistant

September 2017 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Consistency with work.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Keep work and life balanced.
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Computer Technician

May 2017 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Stayed in Provo. Able to work 40 hours a week.

What I wish was different

Worked at an engineering internship

Advice

Apply early to internships while they are seeking interns. Don't be afraid to relocate.
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Custodial Worker

May 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

My supervisors were very flexible and willing to work with individual schedules. The pay was pretty good as well and it wasn't mentally or physically taxing.

What I wish was different

One of the only real downsides to this job is that you have to work early hours. However, it is still doable and you can get more pay the earlier you come in (up to a certain point).

Advice

Working at BYU Custodial is really good if you need a job that makes pretty decent pay and if you want something that works for your schedule. But remember that if you do early morning custodial you will have to be getting up VERY early, which can be exhausting if you go to bed late. So try to go to bed early!
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Chemistry Research assistant

June - September 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

I liked learning about chemistry and the interactions of proteins. Learning lab techniques was very useful.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have been on a main project more.

Advice

I would suggest that people who do this out a lot of time into it. By doing so, you learn a lot about it and get papers for it.
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Undergraduate Researcher

May - July 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

I liked all the activities we did, and the chance to be working with a PHD student on their work.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have had more things to do, that the research had gone at a faster pace but perhaps all research projects are different in that way.

Advice

Make the most out of everything, and take advantage of the opportunities you have.
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Camp Counselor

June 2018 - July 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

The science experiments, the kids, the interaction with professors, etc.

What I wish was different

I wish I could've had more weeks in the camp.

Advice

Have a good attitude and all will be well.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Hands-on experience with using and analyzing fMRI.

What I wish was different

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Facilities Supervisor

August 2018 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Easy work, simple jobs allowed for multiple jobs to be held

What I wish was different

More interesting responsibilities

Advice

Make sure you have more things to do
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Enrollment Services

July 2018 • Provo, UT

What I liked

The co-workers at Enrollment Services are the best, and it s a really flexible summer job.

What I wish was different

I wish I had been able to do more and be more productive while working, as well as working more. I wasn't able tk because of classes.

Advice

Work at Enrollment Services over Summer, it's a great and easy summer job!
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Youth counselor

May - August 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Patience and getting to know the kids is the most important part
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Landscape specialist

January 2017 • Provo, UT

What I liked

Flexible hours that worked with short study abroad for other BYU classes. 40 hours a week when I needed more of an income.

What I wish was different

Demanding work that can take a toll on restfulness

Advice

Great job for a part time/ full time student during the summer looking to travel or participate in other programs.
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Lab Supervisor

July 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

It is very centered on my major and gives me real experience.

What I wish was different

That I could have started the job sooner.

Advice

Find something that you love and make sure the environment works for you.
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Special events intern

June - December 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

The people were so great to work with, I enjoyed work

What I wish was different

Advice

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Research Assistant

January 2019 • Provo, UT

What I liked

I liked learning about machine learning with a fun professor

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to do research because I was taking classes too

Advice

Find a professor that you enjoy working with
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