It’s very easy to find job opportunities on handshake because of convenience of applying process
What I wish was different
Maybe there can other platforms that can be combined like LinkedIn with their website
Advice
Search with keywords what you are exactly looking for.
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event staff
June 2022 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
meeting people, atmosphere, collegues
What I wish was different
not much
Advice
work with others
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
May - August 2021 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
The flexibility in hours and an ability to engage with content that brought what I’ve learned in classes to a deeper level of understanding
What I wish was different
A higher hourly wage
Advice
For anyone interested in grad school or research at large try to find a position like this! The experience is valuable!
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Exploratory Studies Intern
May 2021 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I enjoyed continuing my work with the Exploratory Studies Program. The staff were flexible and allowed me to work on projects based on my strengths and interests.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have worked a few more hours during the beginning of the summer. It wasn't until "crunch time," the last two weeks of summer, where I ended up working 16-20 hours per week.
Advice
Don't be afraid to speak up about new ideas or recommendations you have for the program. The staff value your ideas and feedback.
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ambassador
March 2020 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I love interacting with the other ambassadors as well as the people that we help.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have done more over the summer and that everything was open up so we could do the summer events.
Advice
Always stay positive.
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Animal Feeder
June - August 2020 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Working in a research lab, and working with animals.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have worked more with the research aspect.
Advice
It is a good experience to work in a research lab.
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Environmental Scientist Intern
June - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I got to experience what field work for a real research study is like. I was also allowed to provide input on the research methods and planning. Plus, I knew Dr. Manning beforehand and it was fun to work with him as well as the other interns.
What I wish was different
I wish it was longer. I also wish I didn't have to work at my other job so I could devote more time to the internship.
Advice
Get along with others. There will be days where it seems like everything went wrong, but keeping a positive attitude really makes a difference to others.
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Volunteer
November 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Giving out snacks to students and promoting the food pantry
What I wish was different
If it was a scheduled thing instead of once a month
Advice
Always be friendly and engaging
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Math Tutor
May 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Gives me more experience that will help with my education major.
What I wish was different
At the beginning of the summer semester I was the only math tutor available so I felt very overwhelmed at times. I wish there had been more than 1 math tutor at a time during the whole semester.
Advice
Definitely make sure you're comfortable helping with what you're signed up yo help with. If you need to review a section of material do that before work. Keep up to date on what different classes you're tutoring for are on in the material so you know what to review and be prepared to help with.
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Research Assistant
February 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I got to apply what I have learned in my science classes to actual research
What I wish was different
I wish I had been more successful in my early research efforts
Advice
Prepare to work hard if you join research.
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Undergraduate Researcher
April 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Get started in research early in your academic career
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Architectural and Structural Research Scientist
June - August 2019 • Gazipasa, Antalya Province
What I liked
I loved the travel and the experiences I got from working in another country. There is so much history in Turkey, and it was amazing to get to learn more about it while increasing knowledge of my field.
What I wish was different
I wish I had gotten more time there, and was able to broaden my understanding of the work we were doing to a more in-depth understanding of structural analysis.
Advice
Do as much as you can while working abroad, because the experiences are invaluable and you don't know if you'll ever get the chance to do it again.
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Graduate Research Assistant
August 2018 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I was able to meet with my mentor daily which is apparently uncommon at most universities. Because of this, it was the most productive summer I've ever had. I was able to work on multiple research projects and develop technical skills relating to MATLAB, motion capture, and the scientific method.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to test out of undergraduate courses. I came from an engineering background so I was forced to take anatomy I and II which were far too basic and didn't really add any value to my education.
Advice
There are multiple professors/researchers who are looking for undergraduate and graduate research assistants. Even if you're unsure of what you want to do with your life, reach out to people around campus and ask if anyone is looking for help.
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SHPEP
June - July 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
It exposed me to a lot of different medical school courses as well as a cadaver lab
What I wish was different
It had very long days
Advice
It’s an experience that is quite valuable so try to get all you can while you’re there
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Camp Counselor
May - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
The atmosphere was really friendly and laid back. The pay and hours were consistent.
What I wish was different
I wish more outdoor activities had been included. Many of the kids likened their experience to school, and I felt the same way a lot of the time.
Advice
The first summer you start you won’t get that many weeks, so maybe have a second job as well.
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Creative Production Lab Assistant
November 2014 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Workload changes day-to-day. Large artistic freedom in tasks.
What I wish was different
Higher compensation for time
Advice
If you are someone who thrives in a work environment where you push for your projects. This is the place to be.
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Noyce Intern
May - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Opportunity to do scientific research and attend professional development
What I wish was different
Advice
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Neurology and Gerontology Research Assistant
May - August 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
I liked the passion the other research assistants shared in wanting to learn more about what we were studying!
What I wish was different
I wish the environment had been more hands-on and upbeat.
Advice
I think this is a great place to get your feet wet and gain new connections in the scientific community at UNO. Don't expect to do the most exciting work, but do expect to learn lots of new things about yourself and about the material you are working with.
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Student researcher
May 2019 • Omaha, NE
What I liked
Working closely with my professors that I knew their teaching methods.
What I wish was different
Better communication for schedules.
Advice
I advice students to take advantage of on campus internships because experience is extremely important to get a job.
