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University of South Florida

Undergraduate Researcher

May - July 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

The friendsjips made, mentors and learning experience.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Build a relationship with your mentor/ professor.
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Research Intern

May - August 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

The environment, people, and the experiments I carried out.

What I wish was different

Wish I had more time to learn, before classes started.

Advice

It was great!
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Bullseye Mentoring program

June - July 2018 • University of South Florida, FL

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

You learn on the job which inspires creativity and brainstorming. There were no instructions, each robot we built was unique to our group and this motivated teamwork and sharing ideas to create a feasible end product.
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Data entry staff

September 2017 - July 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Progressing research!

What I wish was different

Advice

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

I liked the team work, and the work atmosphere. I get excited everytime I work there!

What I wish was different

Unfortunately the laboratory is little old, so the processes where done by old machines and devices.

Advice

I advise every student to work in such a environment that one can learn a lot and gain valuable research experience.
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Dining Ambassador

May 2016 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

As long as you feel you are a people person and relate to people easily, can have no trouble leading a conversation and approaching people, and have a sunny easy going attitude, you will be a perfect fit for the job.
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Student

May - June 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

I received my AAUS scientific diver certification while diving at the most beautiful reefs I have ever seen.

What I wish was different

I wish I had been a little more experienced in diving before I went.

Advice

Research abroad is one of the best things you can do and you should always take that chance.
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steer peer

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

interaction with the other students

What I wish was different

more knowledge on students experiences

Advice

considering there are varies personalities you will encounter when working at college with students is patients and have an understanding of where that specific student is coming from
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Mail Clerk

May 2016 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

The convenience of the job.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Be sure you are a people person for the most part.
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Student Assistant

June 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Learning of new techniques in stereology

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

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Student Assistant

August 2015 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Flexible Hours Supportive Work Environment Academic Support

What I wish was different

Better Building Conditions Higher Wage

Advice

Don't be afraid of using your network to find the right job - don't settle until you're happy with your day-to-day life!
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Financial Aid Assistant

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

The work although extremely important, varies in amount. Some days there is so much work to do and others it is very laid back.

What I wish was different

I wish I got a position in my field.

Advice

It is very informative and you learn a lot about federal aid.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Learning about robotics and working with the lidar

What I wish was different

Not much, I learned alot.

Advice

Talk to the Graduate students, the are a good resource of information.
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Orientation Leader

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

I loved being able to connect with students and place them on a path to be successful here at USF.

What I wish was different

Advice

Be you! Authenticity is the most essential component of your humanity!
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Desk Clerk

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Flexibility

What I wish was different

Not so early in the morning (6am)

Advice

Always read the emails
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Mail Clerk

May 2016 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

Easy work, good schedule service

What I wish was different

Advice

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Fiscal Assistant

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

How the internship aligned with my major.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Keep your mind open to all opportunities.
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Field Work Crew Member

June - August 2018 • Tres Piedras, NM

What I liked

I liked being outside every day and being able to contribute to research by working with prairie dogs on a daily basis. I also learned a lot about what goes into field work and and what doing research is like. I liked seeing a new part of the country as well as we were also in southern Colorado and got to sight-see. It was definitely a great research experience and anyone interested in the field should definitely participate in fieldwork during some point in their undergrad to experience it for themselves.

What I wish was different

I wish that we were closer to some of the sites that we were at but that is just how field work is sometimes. We were also in very remote places which made getting to the grocery store very difficult. I don't think that these are things that could have really been changed, however, with the type of research we were doing as our species of prairie dog under study are in more remote places.

Advice

One piece of advice that I would have for anyone wanting to do this experience is to be fully prepared for what you are setting out to do and enjoy every moment. Try and record what you are learning and how you feel about the experience as it can help you make decisions about your future career and also learn some things about yourself.
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Student Lead - Digital Media Commons

February 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

On hands job, utilising my skills in Adobe Creative Cloud to create and distribute materials for circulation within the library as well as outside of the library system at USF. Also teaching classes in Adobe programmes for certification through our university, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Photoshop. Staff are flexible with me and the fluid environment makes every day a new adventure.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Be prepared to learn fast, and learn a lot. Nobody wants to overload you with anything, however it is a faster-paced environment.
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Orientation Leader

May 2018 • Tampa, FL

What I liked

I loved the training process for this position its all about grouwing as a person and a leader. Additionally, you will learn so many skills that you can take with you for the rest of your life. I also enjoyed being challenged, and meeting new students.

What I wish was different

I would have forced myself to make more connections

Advice

To be youreself!
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