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Grand Valley State University

Orientation assistant

May - August 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I really like the job as a whole, getting to work with students who were new to college.

What I wish was different

The days got a little repetitive and some people were difficult to work with.

Advice

Be willing to step out of your comfort zone, and do something that you are not used to.
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Parking Enforcement Officer

September 2022 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

It is flexible around my busy schedule

What I wish was different

I wish I got paid enough to pay my bills

Advice

Bring a water bottle and earbuds
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Student Mentor

June - August 2021 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I really liked working with the high school student groups to help them create designs and projects. It was cool to see their ideas how they came up with them.

What I wish was different

I would've liked more in person meetings.

Advice

Know how to relate to others and make programs interesting to them.
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

January - April 2021 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

it was online so I could work when it fit my schedule.

What I wish was different

It lasted longer and the program had funding for the fall so I could continue working.

Advice

It was eye-opening and brought things to my attention as an educator I wish u had known before.
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Student Worker

June 2020 - December 2021 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

The full-time staff was great. Everyone was so helpful during the training process and is always an available resource.

What I wish was different

This position was extremely flexible with my availability. I don't think I could have asked for a better experience.

Advice

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Orientation Leader

May - August 2021 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

The experience this job gave me along with meeting new people and learning a myriad of new things

What I wish was different

I wish we could’ve interacted with incoming students more (this was a covid restriction)

Advice

Learning how to interact with people is one of the best experiences you’ll receive
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Student Worker

November 2018 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

The staff is amazing

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

On campus employment is great
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Sign Assistant

May 2018 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I love working on campus. The location is amazing and the students I work with are some of my best friends now.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have had a few more days off to enjoy summer activities.

Advice

On campus jobs are great because they work with your schedule and you do not have to drive to get to work!
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Orientation Assistant

May - August 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

Working with incoming students, getting to eat with them, sharing my own experiences, and my supervisors were awesome.

What I wish was different

Not much. Maybe some more lunch options!

Advice

Be prepared to work with students that don't know what they want to do yet. Have options available and always know the answers to their questions.
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Orientation Assistant

May - August 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

Great group of people to have as co-workers. Every day was different as we welcomed new students to the campus.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Vice President Student Assistant

September 2018 - August 2019 • Grand Rapids, MI

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

This position was a lot of work and always keeps you on your toes but definitely prepares you for the real world. If you take this job be willing to work the maximum amount of hours allowed and have a high level of patience.
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student auditor

May 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

The work environment is very welcoming. All of the people who work in the registrar's office are extremely nice and agreeable.

What I wish was different

It would have been nice to have more student workers in the office, however I understand that it is harder to get student workers in the summer.

Advice

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Research assistant

May 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I loved it all because it was so hands on and not a lot of universities give you an opportunity to be so hands on like GVSU does.

What I wish was different

Nothing, I enjoyed every minute of it.

Advice

Be prepared to put in a lot of hard work but that is how you get the most out of it.
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Student Supervisor

November 2017 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

It’s is very laid back

What I wish was different

Wish the building had AC

Advice

N/A
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Intramural Sports Official

August 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

Officiating sports and problem solving

What I wish was different

Participants can be hostile

Advice

Stay confident and don’t let hostile participants faze you
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Clerical Assistant

September 2017 • Grand Rapids, MI

What I liked

The full-time employees in the office have been wonderful, flexible schedule, comfortable environment

What I wish was different

Advice

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Safety intern

October 2017 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I liked the experience I gained from it. It was my first internship and it gave me great footing.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have taken it for what it was and used the internship resources earlier to find more opportunities

Advice

It’s a place of business so treat it as such.
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Front Desk Receptionist

May 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I liked the faculty, how I could do my homework in my down time as well as the dress code, and they're pretty flexible with your schedule.

What I wish was different

That they would have supplies for students to take.

Advice

Just do what you're supposed to do and there won't be any problems.
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Research Services Assistant

April 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

I loved the types of clients who used the service we provided, each came in with an interesting story and a passion for what they were researching. I also love the wide array of work experience offered. I was able to wear many hats this summer!

What I wish was different

I wish there were more students using the service in summer. There were many slow days that were less than productive. Finding motivation on slow days is key, and it has to be from the inside.

Advice

Let the people around you know what sorts of work experiences you would like to have. Everyone here is interested in helping you as an professional and will give you plenty of opportunities
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Football Intern

August 2019 • Allendale, MI

What I liked

Being so close to the team and learning more about the game that I can use in the future.

What I wish was different

More time for the internship and more responsibility.

Advice

Always do what you want in life. I would not have been able to do this if I had not reached out personally.
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