Be patient with yourself (and others)! Setbacks and delays are OK you'll get through them and have a great project.
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Data Entry Clerk
January 2019 • Denver, CO
What I liked
Being at the CU Denver Finance Office allowed me to be a part of what really makes our school. Understanding how the schools pays for events, records payments from each department. It was very interesting to look beyond the curtains to see how our campus functions in a financial setting
What I wish was different
I think that the school’s database system can often seem outdated (in my experience in the Finance Office, Office of Undergraduate Admissions). The efficiency for my work was definitely hindered due to the lack of updated software I used for work on a day to day basis
Advice
I believe that this position has been extremely beneficial in my understanding of the working world, and contextualizing what finance and accounting look like. There were often times where I was definitely challenged, whether that was through my interactions with the CU Denver/Anchutz staff, or just task difficulties where I had to show my own perseverance and problem solving in order to complete my duties.
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Student intern
January 2019 - May 2020 • Denver, CO
What I liked
Getting field experience in my future career
What I wish was different
It went remote towards the end so I did get to spend more time in Denver.
Advice
It was really fulfilling to get to help kids and feel like I was part of a professional team.
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Research Assistant
May 2019 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I learned a lot of skills that I will be able to use elsewhere. Working with professors and other students was very motivating and enjoyable!
What I wish was different
I wish I had started sooner! The sooner you start with research, the more skills you will get an opportunity to learn!
Advice
Gaining experience with research or an internship is one of the most important parts of the academic experience. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to become better at what you'd like to do after school!
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Digital Designer Intern
January - June 2020 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I liked getting to network with the staff and other student resource offices there. The Scholarship Community was a fun bunch and taught me a lot about how they support and guide their scholars. I also enjoyed planning and advertising all the conferences, game nights, scholarship dinners, and exclusive student events.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have spent more time with the office and finding new design paths for all of their outreach projects. I wished I could have put together more videos for the program as well.
Advice
Definitely utilize all of your time there. There's so much to explore and so many great people to meet within this community.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
September - December 2020 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I loved the one-on-one experience I got to have with my Faculty Mentor. She was so helpful and we had lots of interesting conversations regarding the research we were conducting. It was also awesome to get hands-on archival research experience. I learned so much about ethical and efficient research.
What I wish was different
Advice
My top piece of advice is don't be afraid to ask your Faculty Mentor lots of questions. And don't just ask questions about how to do your job better! Ask about the subject you're researching, what being a professional in the field is actually like, and what your Faculty Mentor's experiences are in the field, as well. Make it a learning experience, as well as a job!
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student researcher assisstant
January 2020 • Denver, CO
What I liked
Being able to get experience in the field I plan to work in in the future.
What I wish was different
COVID not starting before I was able to work on my own.
Advice
Listen to the other students as they know the procedures, try to understand why you’re doing what you’re doing and how it’s involved in the research question, and write down everything.
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student assistant
May - August 2019 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I like the environment I worked with, people are welcoming and very collaborative
What I wish was different
More research
Advice
In research, you need a passion and to give the best of you
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Clinical Research Lab Technician
August 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
It offers a great experience in both research and healthcare. It gives you a different perspective on the drug and medical industry.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Camp Counselor
July 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I really enjoyed working with the kids and helping spark creativity in a welcoming environment. I also had fun learning about the kids and their passions and career goals.
What I wish was different
I wish there was a little more structure in discipline for how to deal with the kids.
Advice
Drink lots of caffeine because those two weeks wore me out.
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Events assistant
August 2017 • Denver, CO
What I liked
Balance between office and event atmosphere
What I wish was different
Pays more
Advice
It would be a lot better with more communication between event teams
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Orientation Leader
April 2017 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I enjoyed interacting with incoming freshmen and transfer students while assisting them in their transition to CU Denver.
What I wish was different
Advice
New Student Orientation is a wonderful experience I believe is beneficial not only for freshmen students but families and current students as well. The resources presented at our program can educate individuals about the process of attending college and how we support our students on campus at CU Denver.
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Postdoctoral Fellow
November 2017 • Aurora, CO
What I liked
University of Colorado has an awesome support system for postdocs. The postdoctoral association provides valuable resources and workshops on skills and career development, as well as resources for academic and biotech job opportunities.
What I wish was different
Advice
When looking for a postdoc, or any job beyond an advanced degree, look for one that is going to give you experience in a wide variety of fields. Don't just settle for what you know and get out of your comfort zone. In science, the more knowledge you have with, not only established scientific techniques, but also cutting edge technologies/fields, the better you will set yourself up for future jobs.
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Recording Core Monitor
August 2017 • Denver, CO
What I liked
It's a dream job. I get to work in recording studios, setup sessions, work with gear, run live sound in multiple venues, gain archive experience, repair equipment, and play music all while getting paid and earning experience.
What I wish was different
More hours allowed by federal government, higher pay from the University
Advice
A job in school in your field is a life changing experience. You will find out more what you want to do and meet more people than you can anywhere else, and it will hopefully be a way of experiencing many different aspects of your field in one place.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
August 2017 • Denver, CO
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Don't be afraid to reach out to professors when looking for opportunities, I reached and landed one of the most beneficial jobs of my undergraduate career.
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Research assistant
October 2017 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I enjoyed the opportunity to increase my skills and participate in research.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Look for opportunities sooner than later
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Student Employee
February 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I love that I am welcome here and I feel part of a family. I can come to work and actually feel important and needed.
What I wish was different
I found this job soon and that I got paid more.
Advice
Just be willing to learn.
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Eureca Research Fellow
June - December 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
I liked that I was able to collect my own original research and create my schedule. I was paid to do something I already love to do for the first time in my life which is beyond words.
What I wish was different
I wish I had more access to different aspects of my research but that was just a limitation this time around.
Advice
If there's a chance, take it.
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Student office assistant
May - August 2018 • Denver, CO
What I liked
My boss is very kind, orderly, and understanding.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I love my job.
Advice
Just stay on task and do your best.
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Clinical Research Coordinator
November 2017 • Aurora, CO
What I liked
First hand Clinical Experience
Blood drawing
Working with pharmaceutical companies
