Support from great professors who were very knowledgeable in their field.
What I wish was different
Nothing I enjoyed the job.
Advice
Ask and you shall receive. If you want to work as an assistant to a professional you need to develop a relationship with them and ask.
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Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader
March - June 2019 • Boone, NC
What I liked
Working with the other staff including the full-time staff was extremely rewarding. You get to meet all kinds of people from different walks of life.
What I wish was different
I wish the experience was longer than a month and a half. There are external factors that play into it not being longer.
Advice
This position takes a lot of energy. You have to know how to pace yourself and take some of that energy for self-care.
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Student orientation undergraduate leader
January 2023 • Boone, NC
What I liked
I loved the leadership and community engagement of the job! It is so fulfilling and really has changed my perspective on how to best help and interact with students!
What I wish was different
Not much, really. I enjoyed it all!
Advice
Go in with an open mind. I started out very introverted but by the end of it I was the most extroverted introvert you'd ever meet!
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Artist Relations Assistant
March 2022 • Boone, NC
What I liked
Such an amazing experience working at the performing arts center on campus! I got to work with some amazing performers and run events for the public.
What I wish was different
Nothing! Everything was perfect!
Advice
Take a chance. This position was the first one that I saw and I took it to try something new. Because of this job, I now know what I want to do with my career in the future.
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Student Move-In
August 2023 • Boone, NC
What I liked
The ability to help others.
What I wish was different
More hours.
Advice
It’s best to ask if help is needed than wait to be asked for help.
