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Communications Intern

May - August 2023 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I liked that I got to write a lot of press releases, media advisories, and blog posts

What I wish was different

I wish I would of gotten to work for departments that I thought sounded interesting

Advice

Be open to all aspects of your internships because you never know you might end up liking
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Lifeguard

June 2016 - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Great boss and coworkers

What I wish was different

Stronger accountability

Advice

Voice your opinions if you think someone is doing their job wrong
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Lifeguard

June - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I like the responsibility and interaction with children and young people through coaching swim lessons and teams as well as day to day interaction with patrons.

What I wish was different

I would hope for a change in the logistics of processing as well as pool opening.

Advice

Although a job might seem like it won’t help you with your desired skill set you can find something in your work that can be applicable in almost any situation.
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research intern

May - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

The work was interesting

What I wish was different

The commute was fairly long

Advice

even though it's unpaid, commit your all.
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