The ability to choose my own work schedule is great, especially as a busy college student. Hourly pay makes this possible and being able to work independently.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Program Assistant
July - September 2018 • Rochester, NY
What I liked
Interacting with my supervisor and co-workers. Learned a lot from them
What I wish was different
The pay. I'd have liked a good pay of at least $12 an hour
Advice
Very challenging but rewarding in so many ways. Connections and learning experience.
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Research Intern
May 2018 • Rochester, NY
What I liked
I really like all the opportunities they gave me and the work environment which gave me alot of control over the project to be able to test hypothesis and solve problems on my own which I didn't necessarily expect considering I was an undergrad with no prior research experience
What I wish was different
sometimes the goals we set were too grand and unacheivable so if I had to change one thing it would be to just add alittle bit more structure in the aspect of defining my goals and making sure they are concrete and achievable
Advice
Try something even if you're nervous about it or don't you'll like it because I was very apprehensive to take this position due to my lack of experience and knowledge of if it was what I actually wanted to do but I'm so glad I did take this position because it ended up being an incredible and eye opening experience for me.
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Advanced Technical Assistant
January 2017 • Rochester, NY
What I liked
I deeply enjoyed learning more about the research process and what it is like to work for the University of Rochester.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
I would advise students to become deeply involved with their departments. I greatly enjoyed taking on projects that weren't in my job description so that I could learn more.
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Summer RA
May - August 2018 • Rochester, NY
What I liked
It was super flexible and fun.
What I wish was different
I wish I had the opportunity to do more for more pay.
Advice
I would recommend the experience, but it is definitely a good idea to do something else in addition to it unless you want to take an easy summer like I did.
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Research Assistant
May 2020 • Rochester, NY
What I liked
I was able to work remotely at home which was great. There was a lot of freedom with what I could do.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be persistent when contacting professors about research!
