I loved getting the opportunity to help people find thoughtful gifts for loved ones or put finishing touches on new homes.
What I wish was different
I wish I had not have had to deal with the pandemic in addition to the job as that tended to make people more irritable.
Advice
People will be mean and call you stupid when things don't go their way. Just let it roll off your back; it isn't personal.
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Warehouse Stocker
June - August 2021 • Westport, CT
What I liked
Great work environment, friendly coworkers.
What I wish was different
Angry customers, unintuitive store layout.
Advice
Great for a few months' summer job!
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Finance Intern
June - August 2021 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Beautiful West Elm office in Brooklyn, great culture with nice down-to-earth people, good exposure to retail
What I wish was different
More exposure to day-to-day responsibilities, less focus on an independent project, placement on a team that is actually looking for a full-time entry-level role
Advice
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Pick
October 2019 • Memphis, TN
What I liked
Incentives
What I wish was different
Advice
A company who is willing to work with your schedule right here.
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Home stylist
June 2019 • Burlington, MA
What I liked
Working one on one with clients on a creative project.
What I wish was different
Certain store policies.
Advice
Fast paced environment. Be ready to always be on your toes.
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Wave closure
June 2019 • Olive Branch, MS
What I liked
The people and position
What I wish was different
The temperature in the warehouse. It was hot
Advice
Stay focused and drink lots of water
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machine operator
May 2016 • Olive Branch, MS
What I liked
I can work seasonal or part-time depending on my schedule after discussing with my managers.
What I wish was different
Advice
be respectful to your coworkers and managers
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Information Security Analyst
August 2019 • Rocklin, CA
What I liked
I was able to gain valuable experience with security tools at an enterprise scale.
What I wish was different
Nothing!
Advice
Be attentive and always come with questions to further your learning exerperience.
