I get to do hands on experiment techniques and learn things outside of the classroom.
What I wish was different
More PhD students to guide me.
Advice
Don’t be afraid.
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Research Intern
May - July 2018 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
It was fun to be able to explore my interests and dive into a specific problem to find the solution.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more time in the lab to complete my work.
Advice
Make sure that you fully understand the project you're working on and don't be afraid to reach out to the professor with any questions you have.
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Social Media Content/ Engagement Student Assistant
May 2018 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I enjoy learning every day. I enjoy being challenged to change my tone and adjust to new climates and new followings.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I have really enjoyed my experience.
Advice
If you want to work in a certain position, but worry you are not qualified enough, apply anyway!
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Developer
April - August 2016 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I like what I have learned from internship. A lot of skill sets that will not learn from school because you can instantly use the skill that you learned from the people there and apply on the task.
What I wish was different
I wish I could be more confident in asking questions.
Advice
Always ask how and why. This is because those words are very power tools of learning. Never afraid of asking people questions about something that you do not know.
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3D printing assistant
June 2016 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I learned about cad software and I learned how to troubleshoot files that are corrupted. Also how 3D printers work
What I wish was different
I wish I had a project to research
Advice
Being willing to learn new things
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Student graphic designer
February - October 2017 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I liked working in a professional office setting and getting to experience a piece of the inner workings of the university, all while gaining valuable experience in my field.
What I wish was different
I wish there had been more room for creativity on a lot of the projects.
Advice
I would suggest having good organizational skills and being able to juggle multiple projects is also very important.
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Full time Intern
January - May 2017 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
On campus, got to work with rats (actually cute and nice creatures), lots of experience and learned new techniques, great if you want to go into research, and very great boss who was accommodating.
What I wish was different
Nothing much, it was really great all around. Kind of wish there was no final project, so I could have enjoyed the actual work more, but the final project was required from the class part of my internship then the place I worked itself.
Advice
Really look into what you would like to do (i.e. work at a gym, work in a lab, which kind of lab etc.) , location, and find places based off that.
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Transfer Ambassador
August 2017 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I have the ability to connect with new students and help them adjust to UB's new community.
What I wish was different
More students would get involved.
Advice
It's important that you know what makes you unique and you never lose sight of that.
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Assistant
January 2015 - December 2016 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I liked that I learned so much, and I got paid for it!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Project Team Member
June - September 2017 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
I was put into the role of an engineer, as my team and I were tasked with designing and creating a model of a playground structure based on the London Tower Bridge.
What I wish was different
A little more time to work, in order to get more of the project done.
Advice
Use your time wisely, pay attention to the details of this project, and communication with your teammates is key!
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Student assistant
May 2018 • Buffalo, NY
What I liked
This job helps me work on my professional skills.
What I wish was different
Advice
Have good communication skills and get ready to work.
