Able to lay out in the sun by the pool and get paid
What I wish was different
Parents supported me
Advice
Make sure you and the parents share close to the same if not the same beliefs
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Accountant Intern
May - August 2018 • York, PA
What I liked
I enjoyed the entire experience. I felt like I was part of the team and was helping the community around me.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Campaign Intern
June - July 2018 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Lots of time outdoors, met interesting people.
What I wish was different
Less chaotic management.
Advice
Apply for jobs in October if you don't want a bad one.
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store associate
August 2018 • Coral Gables, FL
What I liked
treating people.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have gotten paid more. I wish I would have gotten an actual internship that was related to my field of study.
Advice
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Portfolio Management Intern at MKP Capital Management
May - June 2016 • New York City, NY
What I liked
It was a great experience and was my first exposure to Sales and Trading. I sat directly on the trading floor and learned more about the bond market and options.
What I wish was different
Advice
Make sure to ask as many questions as possible.
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Procurement Assistant
May - August 2018 • New Delhi, Delhi
What I liked
Working in a clothing company I liked being in the real world scenario tackling problems as they came up and also planning way ahead of the market conditions for upcoming seasons.
What I wish was different
Had the work ethic been a little bit more organised, it would have notched up the experience, however in India its difficult to get that organised.
Advice
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Private Equity Summer Analyst
June - July 2017 • New York City, NY
What I liked
Finance and experience
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Just have fun!
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Nanny
October 2013 • Fishers, IN
What I liked
As an education major, I love that my job allows me to be with children everyday and gives me the opportunity to work with them on educational activities.
What I wish was different
Absolutely nothing!
Advice
Find a family that you love! I have been with this family since the youngest was born and they are such a huge part of my life.
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Cashier
May 2018 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
Easy to get to from my apartment and fun work.
What I wish was different
Higher pay and more weekly hours.
Advice
Don’t be afraid to approach a store and ask if they’re hiring.
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Research Assistant
May - August 2018 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
I liked the work that I did.
What I wish was different
I wished I had worked with different people.
Advice
Make sure that you really know the people you will be working with and their intentions.
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Honors Thesis Researcher
June - August 2017 • Stanford, CA
What I liked
I loved the freedom to create my own schedule and book my days how I liked. I did not have normal 9-5pm days, they varied and were up to me.
What I wish was different
I wish my advisor was on campus so that I could be accountable for my work.
Advice
Make sure you write a list of expectations at the begging of the summer so that you can gauge your progress at the summer more tangibly.
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Graphic Design Intern
June - July 2018 • Hong Kong, Hong Kong
What I liked
The work environment and the colleagues
What I wish was different
If I had access to proper equipment instead of bringing my own
Advice
Always be proactive in asking for work and plan your time wisely to make sure work doesn't get congested
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Fellow
June - August 2018 • Washington, DC
What I liked
Networking
What I wish was different
Assignments
Advice
Be open-minded and ready to network.
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Catering Server
April 2018 • Troy, MI
What I liked
Communicating with people
What I wish was different
Advice
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Photographer
July 2018 • Toronto, Ontario
What I liked
I loved the adventure. I got to travel all over Ontario, Canada.
What I wish was different
I wish I wore sunscreen, I have tan lines from wearing sandals.
Advice
Make sure you love the job you have, that way you will be more encouraged to do a better job. I know I do.
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CNA
February 2018 • Hailey, ID
What I liked
The people are very kind and understanding of situations.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Marketing Director
February - July 2018 • Pensacola, FL
What I liked
The close relationships I was able to build in my network of referral sources.
What I wish was different
The salary.
Advice
Never settle for a job or salary you aren’t completely satisfied with.
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Farm hand
July 2018 • Spring Green, WI
What I liked
Co-workers and location and the variety in the work
What I wish was different
Found the employment earlier in the year
Advice
It’s all about networking. Making connections with genuine people.
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Museum Docent
June - August 2018 • Lawrence Township, NJ
What I liked
The entire experience! Also the Employer was The National Guard Miltia Museum of New Jersey. It wouldn't let me put it in.
