I was able to talk with many professors that were available on campus over the summer to further my research. New Mexico Tech also provided me with fantastic facility resources so that I could properly run my project. My research professor was also extremely helpful, and I learned skills that are highly sought after for jobs in my field.
What I wish was different
I was very excited to work, and would have loved if I was allowed to work more hours.
Advice
Undergraduate research is one of the best opportunities to gain experience in your field early on. These opportunities also allow you to get in touch with professionals in your field that you may then network with a later date. I wish all students could share in this experience, in my opinion doing undergraduate research is fully utilizing the opportunities available at New Mexico Tech.
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Research Assistant
May 2019 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
I loved going out in the field to collect my own samples. I had the chance to do collaboration work with UNM and other entomologists.
What I wish was different
I wish I was better prepared to do field work in 100 degree weather.
Advice
Always keep an open mind and be prepared. Research like this is life changing and you have to always be prepared for mosquitoes, traps being compromised and so on.
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Research assistant
May 2019 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
It was an interesting project
What I wish was different
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Conference Assistant
May - August 2019 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
I got to meet and talk with all sorts of amazing people from all over the country and work with a group of amazing and fun people.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had spent more time talking to people to learn more about their experiences.
Advice
If someone asks you to dance, jump in!
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Library Circulation Clerk
June 2018 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
The supervisors were helpful and accommodating to my class schedule
What I wish was different
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Undergraduate Researcher
January 2018 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
Research is a great experience. My current work and advisor are wonderful to work with, and I've learned a ton. It's introduced me to entirely new fields, and helped me decide on what I want to do post graduation.
What I wish was different
I do wish the school would allow a full 40 hour work week if the student finds it possible. I spend much more than 20 hours a week doing research because I enjoy it and because I have to if I really want to accomplish anything.
Advice
If you're interested in research at all, start talking to Professors. They love to talk about their work, and one might just offer you a job.
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NMT gym employee
August 2018 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
I like the people. Sometimes you see them everyday or even every week. You talk to them and also get to know them. I’ve made many friends through this job.
What I wish was different
Probably the facility. The facility is really old and we always have something break down.
Advice
It’s an easy job and you get exposed to many people from campus and the town.
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Residential assistant
June - August 2018 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
It's a good job pays for housing and you work with nice people
What I wish was different
Kinda wish we could take the golf cart during rounds, but that was banned
Advice
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Research Intern Mechanical Engineering
May 2018 • Socorro, NM
What I liked
The ease with which I could talk to my supervisor, as well as the research itself.
What I wish was different
I wish I'd started earlier on this project!
Advice
Get after your professors to give you research projects, then MAKE TIME to do them.
