It was a valuable experience that allowed me to advance in my academic career and apply what I had learned in the classroom in a real life setting.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been able to devote more time to my work.
Advice
Have an idea of what kind of research you want to do, and read papers put out by the PI you're interested in working with in order to really connect with them.
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Chemistry Intern
June - July 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked the availability of equipment and learning techniques not used at CHC
What I wish was different
Advice
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research assistant
September 2018 - August 2019 • Melbourne, Victoria
What I liked
I like how flexible the job was.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more communication involved in this task/job.
Advice
definitely communicate well and get to know your co-workers.
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Computer Science Research Assistant
June - December 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I really liked the community and the people I got to work with.
What I wish was different
I wish I had known about research opportunities earlier.
Advice
Don’t disqualify yourself. Your ability to learn is just as important.
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research project coordinator
February - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
The opportunity to do research in a field that can make a lasting impact on the world. It is also in the field that I want to be in.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had enjoyed the city of Seattle more.
Advice
Learn how to manage your time well!
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Barista
October 2017 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Free coffee
What I wish was different
I wish they didn’t reduce my pay without telling me and then give me the responsibilities of a manger when I’m just a student
Advice
Don’t work for HFS
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Undergrad Research Assistant
June 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
All the grad students were super nice, we meshed really well.
What I wish was different
It would have been nice to be aware of all the stuff I needed to be trained on.
Advice
If you're gonna join a research group, definitely check them out in action (at a group meeting or something similar) to see if you're a good fit.
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Biology Laboratory Assistant
September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I love this job. It works around my schedule and my coworkers are the best. I’ve learned a lot about biology outside of studying it!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Clinical Psychology Research Intern
June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I was given the freedom to run my own statistical analysis.
What I wish was different
I wish I was there longer.
Advice
Be patient. Data can be frustrating.
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University Teaching Assistant
June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Very fun and satisfying work.
What I wish was different
I wish the pay reflected how much work it was.
Advice
You need to be mentally and emotionally ready to handle working 100 hours a week.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June - September 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked how my role forced me to use my learning from C.S. courses and integrate them in real-world ways. I was able to explore a research space that I hadn't known about before, and I got a glimpse of what it would be like to pursue a path in academia/research.
What I wish was different
I wish that my project had been a little more collaborative. Everyone else on my team was remote and a grad student or professor, so I worked mostly on my own.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions if you can't figure something out. Also, explaining and documenting your ideas thoroughly is key for effective collaboration.
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Undergraduate Researcher
September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Lots of lab experience. Taught critical biochemistry techniques. Also a great introduction to the scientific community and literature.
What I wish was different
Nothing, just that I started sooner.
Advice
Start looking for research opportunities early. Apply for grants and scholarships. Reach out to professors. Be attentive and timely when working. Learn all you can.
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Orthopedic Sports Medicine Physician
June 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I loved that I got to interact with professionals that do exactly what I hope to do in the future
What I wish was different
I had a perfect time couldn't ask for anything more
Advice
Make sure to work hard and show your worth
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Acesst Text and Technology Assistant
July 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Flexible schedule
What I wish was different
More interactions between employees
Advice
Time flexible, autonomy
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Gaining hands-on lab experience in my field and learning more about the industry/academia
What I wish was different
Having more time to dedicate to the lab, as well as enjoying the research topic more
Advice
Get research experience early and don't hesitate to reach out as much as possible in order to get these experiences
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Tutor
April 2019 • Tacoma, WA
What I liked
The friendly work environment and the teaching aspect.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
It is a great way to get involved in the community
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Research Intern
June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I loved the experience and the working environment.
What I wish was different
I wish there were more tips on next steps after the summer internship ended.
Advice
Ask lots of questions and talk to lots of people to get the most out of the experience before it ends.
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Student Assistant
September 2018 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I liked the support that the university gave for the position and flexibility.
What I wish was different
During the summer the job was a little quiet sometimes, so having a bit more work to do would have been nice sometimes.
Advice
Always apply to a position, even if you believe you aren’t qualified, you still have a chance.
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Environmental Health and Safety Intern
June - September 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
Being able to get out there and meet people from different fields, learning about their research.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Research intern
June - August 2019 • Seattle, WA
What I liked
I loved my research mentor, she was very friendly and kind.
What I wish was different
I wish the community in which I worked was more diverse. I was the only minority in my lab and I didn’t get treated as fairly.
Advice
Work as hard as you can because someone is always watching you.
