North Central College

Orientation Staff

June - December 2019 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

Everybody I worked with was so friendly, and it was a great environment to grow in.

What I wish was different

I love kind of far away so it was a drive

Advice

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Undergraduate Researcher

June 2018 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

It was a really good way to build a stronger network with faculty and peers.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Ask lots of questions!

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Research Assistant

July - September 2018 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

It was a great experience to learn from my research advisor and write complex code under his guidance. The problems I had to solve were not easy to understand, so the solutions were fun and very rewarding.

What I wish was different

There was nothing specifically that I would change. I had a great experience and was lucky to have an advisor who trusted me to work on my own time.

Advice

Definitely take advantage of research opportunities if you have the chance. Doing research forced me to take responsibility for my work and really put in the effort to make it happen.

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2nd Grade Teacher

June - August 2019 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

Being able to have my own classroom and plan all of my lessons.

What I wish was different

I wish the program could have lasted longer.

Advice

Having your own classroom and group of students is so different from any experience you'll get from practicums. It truly helped me develop my teaching style.

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Computer Help Desk Representative

June 2019 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

Interacting with individuals of many different backgrounds.

What I wish was different

The transportation to and from the work place.

Advice

Knowing how to interact with many different people is vital in succeeding at the workplace.

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Business Operations/Maintenance Student Worker

September 2017 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

Provides a lot of good work experience including working with outside vendors that supply services and products to the college. I have learned much about how the college is run.

What I wish was different

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Reseach Assistant

June - August 2021 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

I liked being introduced to the research process, and working in a team with other science majors. I was able to get to know faculty and other students in STEM, while also getting experience in the lab!

What I wish was different

It was only 8 weeks in the summer so our research project was a little rushed for this reason. The first few weeks were getting familiar with the literature, lab equipment, and procedures; we only had the last few weeks to start the project and we could have used more time.

Advice

If you can try research at all, do it! This will help you realize if it is for you or not, so start early in your college career.

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Orientation Staff Leader

March - August 2023 • Naperville, IL

What I liked

I loved making connections and friendships with both my team and incoming students. Working on a team over the summer strengthened my leadership, communication, and professional skills. I really enjoyed doing this position a second time around and communicating with incoming students, assisting group activities, and planning welcome week with over 500 students attending. It opened up new opportunities for me and I'm glad that I pushed myself to do a job that pushed me out of my comfort zone.