Texas A&M University

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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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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Research Assistant

June - August 2018 • San Antonio, TX

What I liked

I enjoyed learning and the application of such knowledge. Additionally, I got to form meaningful relationships with colleagues and mentors.

What I wish was different

I wish this position was offered year round.

Advice

Exercise good communication and take the time to understand concepts at hand.

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Student worker

January 2016 • Corpus Christi, TX

What I liked

The felixibility they had

What I wish was different

The management was well trained

Advice

Always do more than what your told it’ll go a long way and never take the easy way out

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Research intern

May - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Research internships are a great way to figure out what you want to do for grad school.

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REU

May - August 2018 • College Station, TX

What I liked

I enjoyed how my mentors treated me as a fellow peer as I conducted research.

What I wish was different

I wish they would have offered more advised on preparing for the Physics GRE.

Advice

Always take the opportunity of gaining research experience in a new location.

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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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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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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 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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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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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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