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Hofstra University

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Resident Success Representative

September 2021 - May 2023 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

I got to choose my hours and swap shifts when necessary. I rarely had problems that were difficult to deal with while working. The Student Coordinators were always very kind to me.

What I wish was different

There was no time off. If there was a break, I had to swap all of my shifts to one or two days that week so I could go home for a bit. Also, there was no way to stop a student from swiping their friend into the building except to yell and hope they listened.

Advice

This is a job that requires attentiveness, even more so now that they have changed the rules for students entering buildings.
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File Clerk

July 2023 • Uniondale, NY

What I liked

I like how welcoming the people at the Hofstra Physical Plant were as well as having flexibility in my job without stress or pressure.

What I wish was different

There isn't really anything that I wish was different; maybe since I'm working at a physical plant, I could possibly gain knowledge and experience in engineering since that is my current major as a Hofstra student.

Advice

People will most likely be understanding of you if your circumstances are dire and are sincere. If that is not the case, you may be in the wrong place. Make sure to be respectful and diligent throughout your job, especially in the beginning as it gives a first great impression; do not slack of part-way through, however, as that could lead to burnout and giving up.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

February 2023 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

Working in my field of interest, gaining professional relationship with my professor, flexible schedule, cutting edge work.

What I wish was different

Honors College requirements (poster, presentation, thank you letters) consumed a significant portion of my research time.

Advice

Get used to reading professional documentation, academic publications, and educational books to teach yourself the foundational material that may not be included in standing course offerings.
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Orientation Leader

May - September 2022 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

I loved connecting with new students!

What I wish was different

Advice

Be ready for absolutely anything. The weirdest things happen and you have to be ready to handle it.
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resident safety

June - August 2022 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

easy, free time

What I wish was different

hours are sometimes weird

Advice

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2021 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

Gave me a great opportunity to expand my research.

What I wish was different

Advice

If you’re doing research, make sure you’re passionate about it. It should be an extension of yourself, not just part of your studies.
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Research assistant

July - August 2018 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

I was fortunate to be mentored by a great engineer. Dr.Miranda taught me a lot and gave me various involved engineering tasks. I had the opportunity to master several computer programs such as Matlab, AutoCAD, Artemis Modal, and Mastan2 and learn more about the dynamics of structures. This experience was a great opportunity to prove myself as an engineer and made me want to conduct my own research.

What I wish was different

I wish that this research assistantship lasted longer as I could not finish the project by the end of the 10 weeks. However, I turned it into a senior thesis so that I can a chance to finish the research.

Advice

Don't be afraid of the workload, don't see a project as deliverables and deadlines; instead, let yourself be driven by the excitement of accomplishing it.
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Virtual Academic Internship - Hofstra Veterans Venture Challenge

April - June 2020 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

Flexible, self-learning, and simply wonderful! This internship gives students a chance to learn the rigors of marketing and what it really takes to have a successful startup! This internship is also great for students to get involved with networking and teamwork!

What I wish was different

This internship was very accessible in that students could do it virtually, however, it would be also nice if we had a few in-person events!

Advice

Ask questions! Marketing or getting involved with any internship can be overwhelming! This is a place to learn!
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Orientation Leader

May - August 2020 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

Meeting the class of 2024 and helping them start their higher education journey

What I wish was different

I wish we had the chance to welcome the students in person, but we did our absolute best to put on as great of a program as in past summers.

Advice

Be adaptable. You never know how your situation may change but it's important you can still get the job done.
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Orientation Leader

May - August 2020 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

The welcomingness of the returning orientation leaders that made the adjustment to online much easier

What I wish was different

Advice

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Event Management Representative

May - August 2019 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

I loved the fact that I was oppurtuned to interact with people from different continents, with different cultures and backgrounds.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Tech Support

May 2017 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

Good work environment

What I wish was different

more hours

Advice

Getting an on campus job is worth it
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Student Aide

June - August 2019 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

The teachers and staffs at the Childcare Center are very friendly and nice. The children are lovely!

What I wish was different

The balanced rotation to all the classrooms in a week.

Advice

Be patient, be kind, be active and offer helps.
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Game Room Employee

June 2016 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

Friendly work environment, flexible hours, and a great way to make friends and grow my personal network.

What I wish was different

A higher wage and/or better game room equipment

Advice

The "customers" can be your friends, but don't let them distract you from doing your job.
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Student Work Study

May - August 2019 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

Everyone was welcoming and I did not have to accommodate to anyone.

What I wish was different

No lunch break if you work short hours.

Advice

If you want to have a laid-back summer, I highly recommend because it's slow and not busy at all during summer.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2019 • Uniondale, NY

What I liked

Learning about the experience involved in research, which I looked forward to each and everyday

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to complete the research

Advice

Anyone is is considering graduate school should do research.
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Research

May 2019 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

Work on projects I was passionate about

What I wish was different

Advice

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student aide

May - September 2019 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

The Office of Student Leadership and Engagement is a great environment to work in

What I wish was different

Advice

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human resource student employe

January 2018 - September 2019 • Hofstra University, NY

What I liked

Everything

What I wish was different

Advice

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Rsr

May - August 2019 • Hempstead, NY

What I liked

Flexible hours

What I wish was different

Consistency of scheduling

Advice

Never make solid plans
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