Gaining much needed research experience and how to approach my research when facing challenges, eg. the pandemic.
What I wish was different
Nothing, although I had to do my research during a pandemic. It is a lesson that I will apply in future projects.
Advice
Undergraduate research is one od the first events where have to apply what you have learned. Enjoy the journey, don't get discourage, research is trails and errors and successes.
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Peer Advisor
January - December 2020 • Miami, FL
What I liked
Meeting and leading new students, helping people and answering their questions about FIU, the team dynamic with the rest of the peer advisors, our administrators who were amazing with helping us do orientations and teaching us how to lead
What I wish was different
I wish we hadn't had to move orientations online due to Covid, but the team did an amazing job of still making orientation enjoyable
Advice
If you go to FIU apply to be a peer advisor, you won't regret it
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Economic Research Assistant
January - July 2019 • Miami, FL
What I liked
I liked how I. got to meet people on campus
What I wish was different
Wish the job would've been less repetitive or at least paid
Advice
Remember that if you do a good job you have guaranteed rec letters, so make sure the ends justify the means for you
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Undergraduate Researcher
May - July 2021 • Miami, FL
What I liked
I liked that I had the opportunity to assist to personal development workshops.
What I wish was different
I wish that they would’ve been a little organized.
Advice
My advice would be to read about all of the topics that they offer and have a background information on it.
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Psychologist Research Assistant
May 2021 • Miami, FL
What I liked
I enjoyed interrogating participants, training others, transcribing data, and conducting the experiment.
What I wish was different
Nothing, this experience was necessary and helpful.
Advice
Always be ready to learn. Sometimes there are things you need to take criticism on with a grain of salt.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
April 2018 • Hollywood, FL
What I liked
I was able to gain hands on research experience as an undergraduate student.
