The ability to create an unforgettable experience for young high school students.
The location is unparalleled.
Great leadership
Opportunities and management.
Opportunity for personal growth.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Be passionate about what you’re doing, and it’ll never feel like you’re working.
1
One person found this helpful
Assistant Team Advisor
July - August 2019 • Evanston, IL
What I liked
I loved being able to see a different side of the NSLC as I got to see the experience from the perspective of being on staff as opposed to being a student. It was amazing to get to know people from all around the country and the world and just helping them learn hands-on about their passions. The staff was also so welcoming and I loved being a part of the family.
What I wish was different
I just wish that I was there for a longer time, being there was definitely the best part of my summer.
Advice
If you're interested, apply, and be ready to have an unforgettable experience :)
4
${count} people found this helpful
Assistant Team Advisor
July - August 2019 • Berkeley, CA
What I liked
Great learning experience
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Assistant Team Advisor
July - August 2019 • Philadelphia, PA
What I liked
Amazing coworkers, very well managed, a huge variety of programs no matter your interest at prestigious universities everywhere.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Engineering Program Director
January 2017 - August 2018 • New Haven, CT
What I liked
The environment and the people are absoltely incredible. I have never worked with a more supportive group. I also grew A LOT as a leader, and was able to develop strong communication and planning skills that I am excited to take with me into the work force.
What I wish was different
Nothing, but you do have to know going into the job how long the days are. Working with high school students and alongside other college students is an amazing experience, but for 9 days you will be working 14-18 hour days. Plus you work four of those sessions with a short break in between each session. It’s worth the exhaustion, but make sure you know what you’re signing up for.
Advice
I’ve worked with NSLC for three years, but even one year is enough to be absolutely life changing. Not only do you have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve helped high schools students grow as leaders and as individuals, but you will also grow exponentially. I have gained more than I ever thought I could from this job (friends, both leadership skills and technical skills that make me employable, etc.). I thought this was just another summer job, but I came back three years in a row because it is so much more than that. If you have even a teeny bit of interest in this kind of role, APPLY!
2
${count} people found this helpful
Cybersecurity assistant team advisor
June - July 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
It was such a great experience and I met such great people while also gaining some more experience.
What I wish was different
i wish it lasted longer! I also wish i applies for a higher up position because i ended up doing their job for them & getting paid less.
Advice
If you can do it, apply!
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Team Advisor
July 2019 • Evanston, IL
What I liked
I liked the opportunity to work with high school students in an engaged and creative education setting. It was extremely rewarding to see their growth in knowledge, professionalism, and leadership, and in some ways I got the chance to grow my own strengths too.
What I wish was different
I wish that the job could have taken place a little closer to home. The days were long, and I didn't have a chance to talk to my friends and family very often.
Advice
I would like to share that the experience is extremely gratifying, and I would encourage other students to have a similar working experience.
1
One person found this helpful
Program Director
June - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Working with a team of my design to help young people with their leadership skills and topical knowledge.
What I wish was different
The hours and sporadic needs of employers.
Advice
Be as adaptable as possible.
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Assistant Team Advisor
June - August 2018 • New Haven, CT
What I liked
Teaching high school students about my career path and getting to share nursing skills with them, while watching their passion for the field grow (or watching them realize they will choose another path).
What I wish was different
The team dynamic - some staff members/other program staff were very exclusive. However, for the most part, staff was a family!
Advice
Be an advisor and a supporter, not a boss.
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Program director
November 2017 - August 2018 • Los Angeles, CA
What I liked
New place, new people, new experience
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Site Assistant
June - August 2018 • Boston, MA
What I liked
NSLC is an incredible organization run primarily by college-aged students. Every staff member is super dedicated and generally really wants to be there and help change the students' lives. Fair warning, the hours/days can be long. If you were questioning whether you could do a finance job on Wall Street where you're working 15-18hr days, NSLC will help you see if you can do it. But it's an incredible opportunity to work for this organization and you will meet some lifelong friends. I highly recommend working for NSLC and wish I had worked for them every summer of college.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Assistant team advisor
June - July 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I loved seeing highschool student realize their potential.
What I wish was different
I wish I had worked at more locations.
Advice
Understand that most of these kids just want to have fun, so don't always be too serious.
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Team Advisor
June - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Remember that you are working with high school students, and so their way of thinking is different, but valuable nonetheless!
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Engineering Team Advisor
July - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I loved the very personal connections you could make with the students and having the ability to interact one on one with students that wanted advice on certain things like college life, majors, time management, etc.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Team Advisor
July - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Very rewarding, changing kids’ lives, good leadership experience
Jump right in and have fun! Although you'll be tired don't take a second of this amazing experience for granted.
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Team Advisor
July - August 2018 • New Haven, CT
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
It is definitely a great experience if you want to practice communication and public speaking skills, definitely a difficult job, but worth the experience.
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Site Assistant
June - August 2018 • New Haven, CT
What I liked
I enjoyed the degree of autonomy I was afforded in making decisions. So long as I was providing great customer service and solving problems, there was not too much oversight. There was also a good support network.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Team Advisor
July - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Environment , team, communication, working with students, leadership environment and opportunities
What I wish was different
Organization
Advice
Be the first to mark this as helpful
Office Assistant
June - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
The location, and the opportunities within the program.
What I wish was different
I wish it had been longer
Advice
Be prepared to be everywhere. It a difficult job, but very worth it.
