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Psychology Research Assistant

May 2019 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

Getting experience that is relevant to the field I want to go into!

What I wish was different

Sometimes scheduling is a pain but I didn't have too many issues over the summer.

Advice

Labs are a great way to get involved in research on campus and there is always someone looking for undergrad RAs.
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Student Athletic Training Intern

June - July 2020 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

Enjoyed the experience

What I wish was different

I wish I could have done it in the summer of 2019 so that I did not have COVID restrictions.

Advice

Get out there and network with other people! You never know how they can help you in the future!
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Portuguese Language Trainer

January - May 2020 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

My students were well dedicated, and my supervisors were always helpful.

What I wish was different

I wish I had contact with previous Portuguese language trainers.

Advice

Teach your students to love the culture associated with the language, and encourage them to fully speak Portuguese during class.
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Research Assistant

August 2021 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

I enjoyed getting hands-on experience in doing research because I was not sure what it would be like

What I wish was different

I wish I had more to do with recruiting.

Advice

If your becoming a research assistant, prepare for the unknown. Doing research is nothing like I expected.
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Mail Clerk

July 2014 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

I still work in the Campus Mail but I now work on the departmental side, I used to work at the Ferguson with the student packaging and mail program.

What I wish was different

I wish there was a career ladder in this department.

Advice

It is always a good idea to research and find out what your school offers as far as career choices and opportunities to grow in aspects like; how to sit through interviews, what to wear and what not to wear and most importantly how to gain confidence and realize that you are good enough for that position.
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Parent Ambassador

October 2020 - August 2021 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

It was an amazing opportunity to develop leadership skills and meet new people

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

take a chance and jump outside your comfort zone
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Research Assistant

May 2021 • Tuscaloosa, AL

What I liked

I liked the flexible hours

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Study hard in the beginning and the rest will be easy
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