I especially enjoyed the amount of time that I was afforded to pursue other academic and artistic interests while working.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Use your free time to pursue something you consider to be valuable.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June - August 2018 • Irvine, CA
What I liked
I enjoyed my research professor's willingness to actively engage in my research and teach me new techniques and how to use various machinery and equipment. The faculty are always happy to help and answer any questions you may have about the project. I was also able to learn more about Chapman's pharmacy program during my time here.
What I wish was different
The autoclaves are not the best and often break down, which make the simple task of autoclaving equipment or liquids tedious.
Advice
Research requires diligence and consistency in time management and scheduling. If you are also taking classes or working other jobs, be prepared to accommodate changes in your research schedule since changes do happen.
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SURF Fellow
June - July 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
I liked the flexibility, and the events.
What I wish was different
More time within the program.
Advice
Stay on task.
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Music Library Cataloging Assistant
August 2016 • Orange, CA
What I liked
The library has so many resources that I wouldn't have discovered otherwise and working with our Cataloging Staff has been wonderful. The job is flexible with work hours and you are always learning something new. They are very supportive and understanding of our school schedules. #Best Job Ever
What I wish was different
Advice
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Guest Relations Assistant
July 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
The flexibility of hours. Great team. Great environment.
What I wish was different
Shorter shifts.
Advice
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BURN Researcher
July - September 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
Work was fun and rewarding!
What I wish was different
Nothing, I had a fantastic experience
Advice
Do it! More people should know that BURN positions are available.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June - August 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
I was able to build connections and get a sense of what kind of research my professors on campus do. I liked that it prepared me for the new academic year, especially since I worked with my professors in my major.
What I wish was different
Advice
Make sure you enjoy the process and love what you learn.
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Summer Conference Assistant
May - August 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
Flexible hours with housing and board included in addition to an hourly pay.
What I wish was different
More pre-planning in scheduling.
Advice
Great position for saving money and getting more connected to Chapman!
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Swing Dancing Instructor
June 2018 • Orange, CA
What I liked
I was a camper two years ago and worked there last summer as an overnight counselor, so it was great to be teaching something this year. I love the individuals who run the program and the other students who get involved with it because everyone has such an infectious passion for music that drives them to improve the camp each year.
What I wish was different
I’d never taught anything before, even though I’m quite familiar with dancing, especially swing dancing. So I wish I hadn’t doubted myself so much right before the camp began, but it did push me to do my very best.
Advice
If you find an encouraging environment that allows you to take risks, take those risks and push yourself to become better. And if you find a job or internship in a field you already enjoy (such as finance for a car company if you like cars or marketing for a company in the arts if you love the arts), it makes the job that much easier and enjoyable. So don’t be afraid to set requirements for what you want to do because you’ll be more confident and ready to succeed.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2018 • Harshaw, WI
What I liked
I got to do research with one of my professors from Biology and I was able to learn skills I wouldn't have otherwise learned in the classroom or lab. I got hands on experience with wildlife in an actual research setting and I was able to build stronger connections with my professor and people that lived in the area.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to better prepare myself mentally and physically because it was a lot of hard work but regardless I learned so much that it outweighed any negatives.
Advice
I would try to get involved with research as soon as possible, even as a freshman like I did because the experiences you will have and connections you will make are priceless.
