Working in a national park, it was 97% field work with about 3% of it being data entry.
What I wish was different
I wouldn't change any of it. It was a unique experience.
Advice
Be over-prepared. For me this meant packing extra layers for weather, anticipating needing extra equipment, and embracing the fact that anything could happen.
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Orientation Leader
January 2018 - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Busy schedule, dynamic, lots of interaction with different people every day.
What I wish was different
I loved my Orientation experience and learned a lot.
Advice
Bring your authentic energy, a willingness to learn, and patience. Stay cool under pressure.
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Student Staff
April 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
My boss and coworkers are amazing to work with. It's a welcoming environment and a great place to learn.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be ready to learn! The first few weeks are packed with information, but then you find your groove.
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Microbiology Undergraduate Researcher
May 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Environment
What I wish was different
Hours
Advice
Work hard
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Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Gained field experience and applied lessens/concepts learned in classroom out in the field.
What I wish was different
Consistent schedule (it was dependent on snow melt/safety).
Advice
Keep an open mind and learn as much as you can while you are out in the field (ask questions!)
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Athletics Communication Student Assistant
November 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The hands on experience. It's about the most real-world type of experience you can get in that field.
What I wish was different
The organization and communication of direct duties.
Advice
Be willing to be thrown right in and get really good at learning on the fly.
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Volunteer
January - December 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I was able to practice what I leanred
What I wish was different
I wish I would have done this sooner
Advice
Start getting experience as soon as you can. This will help you weed out what you like or dislike, and will help you get a job.
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College Teaching Assistant
May - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I loved the easy commute to campus. Teaching over the summer is also very fun because I worked with students who were dedicating all of their time to the class.
What I wish was different
I wish there was a more efficient system allowing communication between students and instructors and tas.
Advice
Always know what you're getting into when you start doing just that thing.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I like having the freedom to fair in research. My PI thinks that learning how to fail is essential in research. I agree, with this freedom it helps me figure out why things works instead of just going though the motions.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Do not be afraid to reach out to people, sending someone an email never hurt anyone.
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Virtual Reality Development Intern
May 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Tons of interesting projects with real world application
What I wish was different
More time for development and less emails
Advice
Stick through it even if things seem tough, and communication with supervisors is key.
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Custodian
May - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Easy to learn job and decent pay for a summer job.
What I wish was different
Higher pay, but still not bad for a summer job.
Advice
It can be a very physically demanding job. Make sure you're ready for it.
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Administrative Assistant Intern
April 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I enjoy the freedom to be able to work on projects by myself and create my own time frame on when they need to be done.
What I wish was different
There is nothing I wish that could have been different.
Advice
I would say that the most important thing to do is be able to communicate well with people.
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Intern
June - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The hands on experience I got.
What I wish was different
Nothing it was a fantastic experience
Advice
Its a lot of time and effort with a FULL day of work.
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Undergraduate Researcher
June 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I enjoyed learning about research and the project I was working on was interesting to me.
What I wish was different
I was alone for a majority of the days and I wish I could have worked in a team in some way.
Advice
I would advise that people ask lots of questions, but also feel free to take initiative and share ideas.
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Research Assistant
June 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Great experience, learned a lot, very friendly people
What I wish was different
I wish I started sooner! As a Biochem major, I wish I started my freshman year in the lab. You don't really need any lab classes to work in a research lab except just knowing how to make buffers and follow directions - it's very different from a lab class
Advice
If you think you want to do research, start ASAP. It's never too soon and it will look amazing on your resume.
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Child Trauma and Resilience Center Intern
June - August 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The staff was really friendly and helpful.
What I wish was different
Advice
Just be open to working in this hands on environment
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Psychology Research Assistant
June 2019 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I like learning how to work in a lab with other students and for faculty.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time interacting with faculty members.
Advice
Always say yes to opportunities.
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Student Researcher
August 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Flexible Schedule, Rewarding, and Engaging
What I wish was different
Ability to park at physiology building, and not worry about my car being ticketed.
Advice
Work hard, always read literature, and expect complicaions
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System Administrator
January 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Everything.
What I wish was different
More communication on my part.
Advice
Be more communicative. It is better for your coworkers to know too much instead of knowing too little.
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Social Media Intern
October 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I love the people that I work with and it is an amazing job. I get to do exactly what I want which is taking photos.
What I wish was different
I would love to write more!
Advice
There are so many cool things to do with this job and it requires willingness to be creative.
