I liked most about the internship was receiving great life advice.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have did the internship longer than what I did.
Advice
I received a lot of wonderful information from the owner.
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Research
January 2018 • Cincinnati, OH
What I liked
I can improve my skills and knowledge
What I wish was different
Being paid and do something relating to industry
Advice
Try hard
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Nanny
May - August 2018 • Grand Junction, CO
What I liked
Schedualing was on me and my time. Money was good, bosses very kind and understanding.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have gotten more hours to be able to make more money for a savings account.
Advice
Learning how to “parent” in the style their parents do can be tough as views can be different. Also finding a way to show the kids you are the authority figure and getting them to respect you.
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Babysitter
June - September 2018 • Torrance, CA
What I liked
Being able to manage children and secure their wellbeing for prolonged periods of time, while directing educational and engaging activities.
What I wish was different
Hours did not always conform to my schedule, but it was manageable.
Advice
Try and create the environment that you want from the first day.
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Medical Record Transcriber
June 2018 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
This job provided great experience and helpful insight to someone like myself who was looking for a window into the healthcare industry.
What I wish was different
I wish that some aspects of the hiring process had been more organized but overall there was nothing that I wish were significantly different.
Advice
This experience is an opportunity not only to learn the basics of medical transcription but to observe how providers interact with each other and those that they serve. My advice is to be mindful of that and to remember to take in the whole experience.
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Research Assistant
July 2017 - May 2018 • Warrnambool, Victoria
What I liked
I liked being able to go in and learn about material that interested me.
What I wish was different
I wish there would have been an available paid position.
Advice
Put yourself out there and volunteer even if they don't pay because experience makes a difference.
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Real Estate Administrative Assistant
May - August 2018 • Temecula, CA
What I liked
Learning about a new industry.
What I wish was different
Be more outside and not stuck behind a desk.
Advice
Do it! Soak up as much information as possible.
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no job
June 2018 • Fairfax, VA
What I liked
didn't have a summer job
What I wish was different
didn't have a summer job
Advice
didn't have a summer job
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Restaurant Server
May 2017 • Fort Collins, CO
What I liked
The people who came in and the coworkers
What I wish was different
Advice
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Special Olympics chaperone and class-A volunteer
October 2010 • Madison, WI
What I liked
I love working with the athletes
What I wish was different
We always need more volunteers
Advice
It is a great experience
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Nanny
May 2018 • Glenwood Springs, CO
What I liked
Working with kids
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
N/A
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Nanny
May - July 2018 • Vashon, WA
What I liked
Easy going job, great kids.
What I wish was different
There was some information about the kids that should have been shared beforehand.
Advice
Ask questions!
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hospitality and catering
May - August 2018 • Seoul, South Korea
What I liked
Meeting new people at my job; my coworkers; the tips
What I wish was different
Time schedule more flexible
Advice
If you are okay with long hours on your feet and taking orders; the night time shifts then you are all good
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Nanny
May 2018 • Evergreen, CO
What I liked
Flexible and fun! I get to play all day in a relaxed environment. My favorite part is watching kids learn things and grow.
What I wish was different
The hours fluctuate a lot. It can be a pro and con.
Advice
It takes a lot of persistence and dead ends to secure a nannying job but once you do, it is worth it.
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Firefighter
May - August 2018 • Davis, CA
What I liked
I loved the practical clinical experience and interacting with all sorts of demographics and being able to provide a service during a challenging time. The work environment was supportive and i learned more then I think I could have in a classroom setting. I was able to have a significant amount of experience with patient interactions and clinical experience.
What I wish was different
Honestly, I would not have changed a thing. The schedule was unpredictable but the job was extremely challenging and rewarding.
Advice
Work hard. The work that you put forward for your self and the professionalism that you show will be seen and work in your favor.
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Undergraduate research
January - August 2018 • Wichita, KS
What I liked
The flexibility of hours.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Set goals for your research with small milestones reaching up to your big goal to hold yourself accountable.
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Personal care attendant
April 2018 • Irvine, CA
What I liked
Flexible scheduling
Understanding employer
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Take it because it helps a lot!
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Observing a PT
June - August 2018 • Temple, TX
What I liked
I liked being able to get my foot in the door. This opportunity allowed me to be able to see what my life would actually be like as a Physical Therapist. Also, it was such a continuous learning process and made me more knowledgeable in the field of PT.
