Texas A&M University

Office Assistant

May - August 2023 • Corpus Christi, TX

What I liked

Good atmosphere, friendly coworkers, low stress job

What I wish was different

Had to quit because of schedule conflict, no grievances with job itself

Advice

Ask higher ups and coworkers for help when needed

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TAMUK housing—moving crew

December 2017 • Kingsville, TX

What I liked

I love everything about my job, assisting students to accommodate their needs to secure their best interest in living away from home. I repair lights, blinds, ceiling and flooring tiles, almost everything in the dorm we try and fix ourselves before calling the plant workers. I enjoy going from dorm to dorm meeting new students and residents and getting to hear their experiences on campus.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Orientation Leader

May - August 2019 • Kingsville, TX

What I liked

It was something to keep me busy and involved on campus. I love interacting with the new students and I like the fact that I helped in the assimilation of all these news students into the Texas A&M University System.

What I wish was different

I wish he job allowed for students to work full 40 hours in a week. It was more of a seasonal opportunity so you work when there is an upcoming orientation.

Advice

It gets really hot during the summer as we all know. Hydrate!

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Recycler

June - July 2019 • Kingsville, TX

What I liked

I really like recycling around campus and helping the community

What I wish was different

I wish it wasn't so hot outside. Plus very humid.

Advice

Hydrate and put sunblock on!

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Early Childhood Teacher

August 2018 - September 2019 • College Station, TX

What I liked

There was a large support base from the administration, parents, and staff. They allowed for free expression on lesson plans and kept the ratios between children and teachers low. The Director organized professional development once every six months to encourage further learning and inspire creativity.

What I wish was different

Advice

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resident advisor

August 2015 - June 2019 • Kingsville, TX

What I liked

yes

What I wish was different

maybe

Advice

it take some time

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Tutor

May 2019 • Corpus Christi, TX

What I liked

Tutoring others helps me sharpen my skills as well, and the environment at CASA is very welcoming.

What I wish was different

Not a thing :)

Advice

Be prepared! Try to help each student to the best of your ability, and don't give up if someone doesn't understand.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2019 • Corpus Christi, TX

What I liked

Flexibility and expanse of materials at hand. As an undergrad this was an amazing experience to have all the various machinery at hand and to be able to learn how they work.

What I wish was different

Not much, mainly wish I could have gotten more hours so I could have only worked this job instead of balancing two different schedules.

Advice

Always have your eyes and ears open at all times when on campus. Many professors who talk about needing help or whatnot are actually offering valuable undergraduate experience and potential jobs.

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Vet Tech

June - July 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

The amount of experience I recdived, and also how everybody was eager to teach me things.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Researcher

June - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

Immersive experience to undergrad and graduate research.

What I wish was different

More personal research help

Advice

Do it.

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REEU

June - July 2019 • College Station, TX

What I liked

I love the hands on experience and communication.

What I wish was different

Nothing it was perfect.

Advice

Do not expected to get free money. This is a true job and I would do it again.

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Research Assistant

May - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

Hands on experience at a large engineering University which was up to by theory learned at Trinity College. I also received 1st place at the undergraduate summer research symposium for best overall poster and presentation.

What I wish was different

I wish the research had led to something I could put in my portfolio such as a published paper for a journal.

Advice

If you're looking for good pay, research is not the way to spend your summer. Though if you are considering going to graduate school, then research should be on your agenda.

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Research Intern

June - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

This opportunity provided a wide variety of experiences both related to career and personal development. Not only did I perform my own research, but I also participated in outside scientific research trips . This allowed me to grow with fellow participants and improve my teamwork skills. The environment I worked in for my research was also very ideal because my mentors created a comfortable space to work in.

What I wish was different

Overall this research internship went very well. The only difference I would have wanted was more time to connect and gain experiences.

Advice

A lot of my research required independent work on a topic I was not particularly familiar with. My advice would be to take the initiative to learn more about the research you're performing outside of what is provided to you as well as not being afraid to ask a lot of questions.

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Student research intern

March - August 2018 • Doha, Qatar

What I liked

The project

What I wish was different

Management

Advice

Work hard

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Graduate Research Assistant

August 2018 - July 2019 • Kingsville, TX

What I liked

The environment and that everyone is willing to help you out.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Don't be afraid to ask for questions. Most of professors want to help you out.

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Research Intern

June - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Apply to as many internships and experiences as possible. I never thought I would’ve gotten the position and learned as much as I did.

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Student Researcher

May - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

This was my first experience doing research in my field, astronomy, and it was a very good experience that not only introduced me to research, but also taught my about how to apply to graduate school. Additionally, doing this internship posed no financial constraint thanks to how well it was funded.

What I wish was different

I wish I had done more meaningful research, but I do realize that I am just starting my research career.

Advice

Make to pair yourself up with a renowned researcher.

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Undergraduate Researcher

May - August 2019 • College Station, TX

What I liked

Great facility, was put in a young, diverse and innovative research group. Travel and living expenses were covered on top of a stipend. I lived at “The Stack” apartments, which was a 10 minute walk to the chemistry department.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2018 • Galveston, TX

What I liked

I learned a great deal from the graduate students and principal investigator of my host laboratory. I also had a great time with the grant managers and fellow participants of the NSF OCEANUS REU.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

If you're serious about participating in an NSF Research Experience for Undergraduate programs, apply to as many programs as is possible to submit quality applications to and that you could truly see yourself committing ten weeks of your life to.

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