University at Albany

Student Advisor

June - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I loved helping students figure out their path as well as educate them about the college experience

What I wish was different

It was a great experience, I wish it was longer!

Advice

To always keep your mind open to new perspectives, and to be flexible in your time

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Orientation Leader

June - July 2022 • Albany, NY

What I liked

Good work with great people, had an amazing boss and worked in an amazing work environment.

What I wish was different

Areas of how the program of Welcome week was ran.

Advice

Go for it! This job is an amazing opportunity to meet new people, build your resume, and expand your network.

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Undergraduate Researcher

June 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

Learning new skills and getting research experience in a field I’m interested in.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Programming Assistant

June 2016 • Albany, NY

What I liked

This summer was my second summer I spent at the university as a programming assistant. I worked with the UAlbany Programming Board along with Orientation in welcoming incoming freshman. Through a series of presentations, I presented to them just a few of the many opportunities available on campus to become an involved Great Dane.

What I wish was different

Since it was the summer, I would of liked if summer staff was taken outside of the university on a small trip somewhere around the area. It could of been a great way to bond with those who stayed working at the university this summer and helping welcoming incoming freshman.

Advice

It definitely allows you to build your network as not many students are on campus and your hard work does not go unnoticed. Faculty and staff are always very appreciative of the work you do because it is of great help to them to have the extra hands throughout the summer and I would advice any student looking to build connections to spend a summer working on campus.

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Orientation Leader

June - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I loved getting to talk about how much I loved my university and to socialize everyday. I also enjoyed getting to relieve tension and stress that new students may have had by answering questions about the university.

What I wish was different

I wish it was longer.

Advice

Smile a lot during the interviewing process.

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Media Intern

February - July 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

It was hands off, and it was an interesting experience to help shape the brand of a new office on campus.

What I wish was different

I wish there was a little more direction, and stricter deadlines.

Advice

Just do it! Whatever experiences you get, you can alway learn from your wins and losses.

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

June - July 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I liked that it was familiar but at the same time something new, for me. I learned more about Python as a coding language, and had a few kids under my guidance who I was able to help in their research.

What I wish was different

It was an amazing experience, but I didn't have an intensive study of the course, or maybe it wasn't for a long period of time. So I would have loved it if I had gotten more time and resources to get deeper into the research.

Advice

I think as a piece of advice I'd say that working hard is not enough, a person needs to work smart. Working smart combines important skills like working hard, having discipline, integrity, the urge to gain knowledge and being creative and open to a new ideas.

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Orientation Leader

June - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I loved getting to meet incoming freshmen and offer my advice and input on tips and tricks to be successful in college. I also loved that I got to grow as an individual and better my public speaking skills and got to network a lot with UAlbany Staff and Faculty members.

What I wish was different

Nothing at all, I loved the way the program was run and the amazing staff we had.

Advice

Always bring your smile and energy into what you are doing because it could be your hundredth time doing this but it is their first time being here so your first impression and the energy you give off can make a big difference as to how comfortable and excited they might be about attending the institution.

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Student Research

June - July 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I liked getting the experience of what it would be like to be a full time researcher having a full time schedule and the amount that I accomplished in the short period of time.

What I wish was different

I wish I had networked better.

Advice

Dont be a afraid of asking questions as a student researcher. Your're there to learn! They don't expect you to have all the answers.

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Training Coordinator

January 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I greatly enjoy working with the students of iCEHC and to assist them in achieving their degree, it is an awesome feeling.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Orientation Leader

June 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I enjoyed working with an amazing staff, all of which have become my friends and mentors in my life. Also being able to interact with new students and show them how amazing our university is.

What I wish was different

I only wish we had air conditioning in the dorms, especially over the summer.

Advice

I would say that it’s alright to make mistakes as long as you learn from.

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Managerial

May - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

You could choose your hours and housing was paid for

What I wish was different

The organization of information from my boss

Advice

Put the work in because it can get you connections

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Managerial Assistant (M.A.)

June - August 2018 • Albany, NY

What I liked

I liked working with all the students for orientation and giving them a great first impression of the university

What I wish was different

Nothing really, it was a great experience, maybe that I had been able to do it earlier in my academic career

Advice

Take advantage of all your opportunities open every door that presents itself to you the most successful students in college are those who use all the resources that are available for them to use

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