Cleveland Clinic

Undergraduate Research Assistant

June - August 2019 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

Very nice and patient, always helped me to learn and provided a stress free environment.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to be there, but I was taking classes so I was unable to be there all day

Advice

I would recommend students spend their summers productivity in order to increase the likelihood of getting a job after graduation.

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Summer Scholar

June - August 2018 • Pembroke Pines, FL

What I liked

How I got to experience what is is like to be a doctor in so many different specialities.

What I wish was different

Wished it could have been longer.

Advice

If you are thinking of going into medicine, apply! You will know what your career will look like.

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Communication and education intern

February 2020 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

Constantly learning new things in a different area than I studied in school

What I wish was different

I don’t have co-workers. It’s difficult working alone all day every day

Advice

Take advantage of all the networking opportunities. Cleveland clinic is huge and there are a lot of people willing to discuss their careers.

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Nurse Extern

June - July 2020 • Ohio City, OH

What I liked

I loved the experience as well as the people there

What I wish was different

I wish I had known earlier about it

Advice

Seek opportunities

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Digital Education and Curatorial Intern

July - August 2020 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I loved the open communication with my bosses and the helping hand in keeping me updated and in tune with things that were in motion well before I got there.

What I wish was different

I think I would have loved more on site office hours but enjoyed the learning experience for home.

Advice

I would share that time management is your best friend!

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Supply Chain Co-op

January - July 2020 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I really enjoyed the variety, depth, and scope of the projects that I was able to work on. This co-op really allowed me to be a part of the entire procure-to-pay process.

What I wish was different

Advice

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nurse associate extern

May - August 2020 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I loved that I got to precept with an experienced med-surg nurse who allowed me to see what a realistic day is like. Every day was different and the experience was far different from clinicals. I was able to be very involved with the patients and get to know them, as well as do report and patient education. There were three "experience days" where we got sent to other hospitals to units of our choice where you got to precept with another nurse there, which was really cool. Lastly, there were workshops once a week that were a part of the 40 hour week where we covered nursing basics and practiced skills which was super helpful. I highly suggest this internship experience.

What I wish was different

The only thing that would have added to the experience was being able to pass medications with our nurse.

Advice

I highly suggest applying if you are going into your last year of school, and to choose experience days on units that you may not have considered before; I never thought I would like ICU nursing and that's where I was sent, and I loved it.

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Rehabilitation aid

October 2020 - August 2021 • Camden, OH

What I liked

Scheduling own shifts. The atmosphere and coworkers.

What I wish was different

PRN requirement is hard for students to fulfill.

Advice

Start this job in the summer! Train as much as you can. Don’t be afraid to ask questions

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Biology Research Intern

June 2021 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

It was a small lab so I got to be involved in a lot of high tier work that most undergraduates may not have.

What I wish was different

Not much! I loved it. I did need a car to get there, so the commute from campus was a bit difficult if my shared car was unavailable.

Advice

Try to get involved! If you show initiative, they'll let you get more involved.

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Research Student

April - August 2021 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

nice location, good hours

What I wish was different

wish there had been more people my age (I was the only one)

Advice

be ready to work with people who have different backgrounds/views from you

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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2021 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

Flexible schedule

What I wish was different

Longer internship period

Advice

Network with researchers at the clinic

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CNA

May 2018 • Sioux City, IA

What I liked

I plan on going into nursing so being able to be in the field was a real blessing. I love working with patients and getting I know my co-workers.

What I wish was different

Nothing...I honestly love it

Advice

Do not be afraid to take a risk. Going into the hospital was horrifying, but I managed and now I am doing what I love.

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Research Intern

July - September 2018 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I loved getting to experience working in a hospital. Even though I was doing research I was among doctors and nurses everyday and the culture was super cool. My boss was a great mentor and I learned so much from him. All of the researchers in Lerner help each other out and collaborate throughout the day even though they busy working on their own projects.

What I wish was different

I wish i was able to stay for longer so that I could continue the project I was working on.

Advice

You can truly do anything you set your mind do. At the beginning of my time there I was pretty nervous that the tasks given to me would be too difficult, but I worked my way through everything and actually surprised myself.

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Research Assistant

June - August 2016 • Cleveland, OH

What I liked

I got hands on experience as to what it's like researching tinnitus and hyperacusis in a neuroscience lab.

What I wish was different

I wish the commute to work had been shorter- it was an hour each way.

Advice

I would encourage them to apply for labs at the Cleveland Clinic. While they are there, they should also make sure to try and see surgeries and take any opportunities available within the hospital.

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Certified Nurse Aide

September 2016 • Oshkosh, WI

What I liked

My coworkers were amazing. Like a family. You learn so much from working there about medicine and nursing in general. What an experience.

What I wish was different

Nothing. This is the best job I ever had.

Advice

Do not be afraid to ask for help or for questions. Your coworkers are there to help you too.

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Certified Pharmacy Technician

March 2017 • Cedar Rapids, IA

What I liked

Fast paced work environment

What I wish was different

Shift times

Advice

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Student nurse extern

June - August 2019 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

I was able to work directly with the nurses to provide care for patients. I learned what it's like to be a nurse and practice skills. The hospital is very friendly and feels like home.

What I wish was different

The externship was perfect. The only thing I would change would be changing my unit placement to my first choice.

Advice

Working as a student nurse or as an extern is basically like having an interview each shift. There are people watching you to see if they want to hire you as a new graduate. Make a good impression and make sure that the unit is what you desire. Take the initiative and learn everything you can.

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patient advocate

August 2018 - May 2019 • Rockville Centre, NY

What I liked

I love the staff at the hospital, everyone was extremely friendly and open to helping out.

What I wish was different

Advice

Make sure that you are organized within this job because you will be speaking to many patients and you do not want to mix up patient information

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Nurse Extern

June 2019 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

Working alongside a nurse to get hands-on experience Got to see everyday life of a nurse based on 12 hour shifts Learned hands-on skills

What I wish was different

Able to administer medications

Advice

Get to know the nursing staff to see the dynamic/flow of the unit Do not be afraid to ask questions If you're not busy at the moment, see if anyone on the floor needs help Let other nurses know you would like to see everything/anything on the unit, so they can pull you in when something interesting/learning experience is going on!

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Healthcare Management

September - December 2018 • Baltimore, MD

What I liked

What I wish was different

I wish they gave an opportunity for the internship t be paid, because while the experience is very awarding its a full time commitment. This means there's not much time for other priorities, and budgeting becomes tight.