I like that they took time to train me in my role, so that I was better prepared to take care of it on my own.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Research assistant
October 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Everything
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Everyone in STEM should join
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Administrative Assistant Intern
October 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Coworkers and supervisors were friendly and created a comfortable environment.
What I wish was different
Advice
1
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Program assistant
May 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
The diverse members that were apart of my team.
What I wish was different
Cross trained in other department.
Advice
You never stop learning. There’s always some takeaway that you can use for yourself and share with others.
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Biology research assistant
June - September 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I was able to choose my own schedule based on my availability
What I wish was different
Advice
If you are a science major, try to get research experience as soon as possible. Ensure you get at least one year of research experience before graduating
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Peer Advisor
May - August 2019 • Washington, DC
What I liked
I liked being able to share my experiences with fellow students and offer them advice in their academic life.
What I wish was different
I wish we had been paid at least minimum wage.
Advice
I encourage students who are looking for a job where they can impact others to take on this role.
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Research intern
May - October 2019 • Beltsville, MD
What I liked
Great research experience
What I wish was different
-Pay schedule is unreliable
-Intern advisor is not understanding of students schedules
-Intern advisor very demanding
-Intern advisor was not pleasant
-Not a good intern environment
-Worked alone
Advice
-New intern advisor that respects interns and their school schedules
- schedule end date was subjective if the intern advisor liked you or not you may continue to stay and work
