University of Virginia

Mathematics REU intern

May - July 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

Good stipend, relevant experience (I'm applying for PhD programs).

What I wish was different

N/A, maybe would have done it at a different university.

Advice

Make sure to apply early.

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Researcher

June - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I did an independent research project that had real world implications. I also got two publications from my research.

What I wish was different

I did not work as many hours as I would have liked.

Advice

Always stay in contact with your PI and keep each other updated on the research.

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Psychologist Research Assistant

May - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

How we are able to gain experience with interacting with all types of people and how routinely and organized each day is.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Library Aide

May 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

That the work kept me busy and that my employers were exceptionally accommodating to my hectic schedule.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Pay Close Attention to Call Numbers

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Recruiting Assistant

May 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I enjoyed the flexibility that the job offered. Also, I am a big football program, so to be immersed in this environment is incredible.

What I wish was different

I do wish my wage was slightly higher, and that there was more mobility within the organization for students.

Advice

Work hard and often. The job is really about relationships within the office.

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Graduate Research Assistant

May 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

It was a great learning experience

What I wish was different

I wish I would’ve been a little more invested into the research project

Advice

Always take the initiative to start work!

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Research Assistant

May 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I loved being able to speak with many people working around a socio-engineering problem (coastal flooding). It is fascinating to hear about the same problem from a wide variety of perspectives and the unique approaches to solving or at least mitigating it.

What I wish was different

I wish I took more initiative, got more involved, which is why I am continuing to work on the project.

Advice

Commit to your work. If you enjoy it, invest your attention in it.

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Research Assistant

June - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I enjoyed the hands-on experience and applying concepts I had learned in the classroom to experiments in the lab.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2017 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

Ability to work directly with a grad student in problem solving and research decisions

What I wish was different

Advice

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Orientation Leaders

June - August 2017 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

It gave me the opportunity to meet many different people for diverse backgrounds, make an impact of the incoming first year students, and develop my strengths in leadership, creativity, positivity, problem solving, and organizing large groups of people

What I wish was different

Honestly, it was the best work experience I have ever had and can't think of anything that could have been different. My bosses were great, the organization of the programs were great, my experiences and co-workers were phenomenal.

Advice

Evaluate your personal strengths when starting the job and be prepared build on those strength and rely on others to fill those spots where you aren't the strongest

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Conference services

May - August 2017 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

The free housing and the friendly work environment.

What I wish was different

The hours were not the best, therefore, that is the only thing i wish i could change.

Advice

you will get alot of free time, use it wisely. either invest in another job or look to do research along with the job.

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Uva Football Water Crew

August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

Being around UVA sports

What I wish was different

I wish it lasted longer over the summer

Advice

It is extremely time consuming once it begins

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research assistant

August 2017 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I loved the chance to learn more about research and I was able to get very involved in the lab by the end of the summer.

What I wish was different

I wish more opportunities for housing arrangements in Charlottesville for the summer could have been made.

Advice

I would recommend trying working or researching full time over the summer. Although it is tempting to stay home and relax, the summer is a great time to use the resources and opportunities in front of you.

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Research Assistant

May 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I liked that I was solving a unique problem using my own methods and techniques learned from schoolwork and projects.

What I wish was different

I wish there was some more guidance, so I could get up to pace faster.

Advice

Make sure to get some background on the area of research, and be sure that it is something that is interesting.

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Admissions Counselor Intern

May - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

Meeting people all over the world and a laid back environment.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more in common with my co-workers.

Advice

Learn how to have a conversation with anyone. It's a great skill to have.

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Senior Leader

June - August 2018 • Charlottesville, VA

What I liked

I absolutely loved every moment of this job. The people were incredible, the work we did was fun and fulfilling, and I developed a lot as a leader and as a person.