Fox Chase Cancer Center

Coding department

July 2019 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Learning the basic of what to look for when starting to code. I"m not coding but looking into descriptions of codes and what it entails. Interesting that the something school wouldn't go in depth until you actually learn it in the business world.

What I wish was different

Nothing. This is more like the good timing, right place at the right time.

Advice

In the coding industry, it's best to get yourself exposed to the real thing. It's hard enough to get the job after school, chances of landing one may be easier when you are in there. Now that I volunteer, my chances of getting the job is likely.

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Undergraduate Researcher

May - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I enjoyed the ability to conduct my own project as well as the freedom to choose my hours. This opportunity gave me the chance to manage other researchers and volunteers, and I liked that challenge.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Nurse Extern

June - August 2017 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Hands-on experience, work with preceptor for 3 12-hour shifts each week

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Put yourself out there and ask for explanations & ask to try something new. The internship is what you make it.

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Research Intern

June - August 2017 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I spent 10 weeks immersed in my own research project.

What I wish was different

Advice

Make sure you take full advantage of all the resources and opportunities that are presented to you.

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Research associate

May - August 2017 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

I was very much on my own schedule with the progress of work and I enjoy doing research in general

What I wish was different

I wish I applied for more scholarships to help offset the cost for housing, travelling, and food.

Advice

Keep a very organized lab notebook. It will be so helpful!

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Research Fellow

June - August 2017 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

It was really interesting work and afforded me with a lot of independence to do experiments on my own, while my PI was very helpful and supportive in troubleshooting whenever an experiment didn’t work.

What I wish was different

Nothing in particular

Advice

Get started with your experiments right away! The summer goes by fast!

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Research Assistant

May - August 2018 • Philadelphia, PA

What I liked

Interacting with the other lab members, learning from my mistakes after talking with my PI, attending seminars on current research in the field, learning important scientific research skills.