The research was extremely interesting, especially the business culture and the demographic structure of the countries.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be creative in the avenues you use to conduct research and put in as much effort as you can to maximize growth.
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Workstation Migration Analyst/Intern
May 2018 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
I got to do a wide range of activities on the job with a wide range of people in many different locations. I got to work with lots of different kinds of technology.
What I wish was different
I wish that I got to do a bit more involving computer programming.
Advice
Always be ready and willing to learn something new on the job.
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Clerical Assistant
August 2017 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
Super flexible job, I am always able to take time off when I need to focus on my classes. The people I work with are very nice and I have been able to make some great connections.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Community Development Intern
June - August 2018 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
My co-workers were determined to make the short time I had at the office worthwhile. They gave me projects that catered toward my skillsets as well as tried to expose me to new opportunities.
What I wish was different
I wish that there would have been more responsibilities.
Advice
Be flexible and open to advice.
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Student Clerical Assistant
May 2017 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
Great way to get office experience, work on campus between classes, hours are very flexible, learned and learning many useful skills
What I wish was different
Nothing--I wish I found out about this job earlier
Advice
Be confident and find ways to separate yourself from others
Research Opportunities with Masters Students, PHD Students, and Post-Doc researchers. Lots of equipment and plenty of things to do that are related to my field of Computer Engineering.
What I wish was different
Spending more time over the summer working.
Advice
If you have nothing to do, just ask somebody. They will give you something to do.
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Research Assistant
May - July 2017 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
It was a challenge, but I had lots of opportunities to push through and demonstrate my creative problem solving and quick learning skills.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been in an area farther away from home, just to get some experience being more independent.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it, but definitely try to expand your boundaries and comfort zone by trying to solve issues or problems on your own at first, through multiple angles and ideas.
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Resident Orientation Leader
June - August 2018 • East Lansing, MI
What I liked
I loved working at the university! It allowed me to be on campus and still have time to enjoy my summer while working in a rewarding setting.
What I wish was different
Advice
I love working for AOP! If you want to make a difference that effects every student coming to MSU, work for AOP!
