Great work environment, community-oriented co-workers
What I wish was different
Advice
Be patient with yourself. It takes a least a full year to fully get the feel for the job.
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Post Doctorate Project Manager
September 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Very flexible work. I can work from home.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Advising Intern
June - July 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I really enjoyed working with students during summer orientation every day.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have had more hands on experience speaking and working with each students
Advice
I would advise anyone doing this internship in the future to not be afraid to tell students about their own experiences at CSU
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Undergraduate Researcher
January 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I like how our professor guides us, but also allows us to explore things on our own.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Lab Intern
May - August 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The atmosphere was conducive for learning new skills, and the people were always supportive.
What I wish was different
There were a lot of safety issues concerning the job.
Advice
Always be up for anything.
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student reseacrher
May - July 2018 • Yellowstone National Park, WY
What I liked
the experience
What I wish was different
nothing
Advice
good stuff
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Research Volunteer Intern
June - August 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I liked how my role was only to just learn. I was able to hear from actual professionals and experts in the field, and I was able to get a lot of information regarding graduate school, research, and potential careers with my anticipated major.
What I wish was different
Advice
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CSU Technical Support
January 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
It was fairly laid back, and the paychecks were decent.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more opportunity to be outside.
Advice
It's nice to work for the school you are attending.
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Outreach
September 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
I get to merry with a bunch of people to talk with them and help encourage them to go to college.
What I wish was different
Nothing in all honesty.
Advice
Networking every time you work well get you the farthest in life.
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Conference and Events Services Guest Services Team Member
March - August 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The job position and the responsibilities it held
What I wish was different
Better training
Advice
It's a great deal and experience if you want to stay on campus over the summer!
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Guest Service Supervisor
May - August 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
My team members were extremely kind and easy to work with.
What I wish was different
Some aspects of events could've been executed better.
Advice
Customer service applies to all jobs so learn to get good at it
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Full-Stack Software Engineer
February 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Challenging myself on various projects, and experimenting with some electrical engineering projects. I also really enjoyed working with the end users/operators of my software to see where it could improve and how they actually used my tools. The hands on experience and field work were also highlights.
What I wish was different
I wish that I wasn't the only one working on the code base that I maintain.
Advice
Working in the real world requires you to a lot more than just the programming skills. You're going to need strong problem solving skills, impeccable patients, an ability to effectively communicate and work with others, and a willingness to get your hands dirty sometimes.
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CSU Admissions Ambassador
December 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Being a resource and cause of excitement for prospective students and families.
What I wish was different
I sometimes wish I had gotten an internship that led into a job after college.
Advice
Don't look for summer jobs last-minute.
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Student Success Projects Coordinator
May 2016 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
Wonderful supervisor, tons of opportunities to learn, meaningful work with an honorable mission, love the dynamic environment of a university.
What I wish was different
More opportunities for growth, more young, peer-level colleagues.
