SUNY Research Foundation

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

May 2019 • Buffalo, NY

What I liked

Hours ND EXPERIENCE

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Nothing

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

June 2019 • Houghton, NY

What I liked

I liked the independent nature and the work flow. It allowed me to apply my knowledge in physics to complex tasks without me feeling left behind as my advisor was always there to help.

What I wish was different

I wish there would have been more people on campus. There was only my advisor and 3 other students for most of the summer.

Advice

If you are a physics major, try to do this at least once, it's the closest research experience you'll get to graduate research.

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Learning and Development Intern

June - August 2019 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I loved being in a professional setting and being able to be creative. I brought a fresh perspective to the office so I enjoyed working there everyday. I also got really good leadership experience that helped shape me for my future endeavors.

What I wish was different

I wish I could’ve stayed on longer!

Advice

If you don’t ask, you’ll never know! If I was afraid to ask for certain opportunities then I would’ve never been able to grow. So by asking for the space to take the lead on some things I challenged not only myself but proved my worth in the office!

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Boat steward

May - August 2019 • Chaumont, NY

What I liked

Outside all day four days a week.

What I wish was different

Closer bathrooms, less driving

Advice

Bring sunscreen and a good book

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research assistant

April 2019 • Brockport, NY

What I liked

Hands on application of field research

What I wish was different

Communication among crews and managerial employees was initially challenging due to large time periods of international travel

Advice

Be as flexible as possible

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Research Assistant

May - August 2019 • Newport News, VA

What I liked

Being able to focus on my research full time and work with professionals in my field outside Stony Brook!

What I wish was different

If the hiring process was a little less complicated.

Advice

Don't wait for things to happen, always take the initiative with what you want out of job experiences!

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Research intern

June 2019 • Buffalo, NY

What I liked

Working on an involved project and gaining experience.

What I wish was different

I wish i didn't have to work remotely.

Advice

Try to learn as much as you ca especially if it is your fist exposure to real industry work.

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Teacher’s Assistant

June - August 2019 • Brockport, NY

What I liked

I loved working with the kids and also gaining experience for my future profession.

What I wish was different

I wish that there had been more field trips for the students.

Advice

It’s a great opportunity for any students that are looking to become teachers.

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SUNY Researcher

May - August 2019 • Buffalo, NY

What I liked

I loved the freedom they allowed me to research and complete my English Honors thesis over the summer and not have to obtain another job to support myself.

What I wish was different

Advice

To APPLY for things. Good things come to those who apply for them.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

July 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

the idea of doing research with college professors and developing a skill set for on site job experience

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

given the opportunity, i think everyone should have a major/field related research position during or even after their school years

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Research Assistant

June 2018 • Buffalo, NY

What I liked

This program, though listed as a Research Assistant, was actually as a teaching assistant. The flexibility of my experience was extremely helpful. I was provided with a vast number of resources, both in terms of mentorship and in terms of materials needed for the courses.

What I wish was different

Very little, the program is run and organized with as much efficiency as can be expected. Perhaps a more thorough knowledge of the curriculum beforehand.

Advice

Apply only if you are interested in working within the field of education at some level. Knowledge of course content is of course essential, but so is having the temperament.

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