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University of West Florida

Research Assistant

May - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

The ability to pursue my own research and get more involved on campus.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time simply because I was not able to produce the results I wanted in such a short time frame.

Advice

Get involved even if it seems scary because it'll be worth it at the end of the day.
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Research Assistant

July 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Learning about working in research and how it would look in the Chemistry industry.

What I wish was different

Nothing much else.

Advice

Find a research opportunity and soon as possible because it will help you in the long run.
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Research assistant

May - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I liked being able to help out with the Social Work department, and going out to survey the population and learning more about people’s unique life experiences.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Graphic Design Intern

August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I love the experience I’m getting

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time outside of class to work on things

Advice

Apply to any and all internships related to your career field
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Undergraduate Research Assistant

May - August 2019 • University of West Florida, FL

What I liked

Very flexible time schedule, doing research in a subject I actually cared about.

What I wish was different

I wish they gave me more work to do, I had to make a few stretches to get my hours in.

Advice

The work is a lot easier than it sounds, so don't be intimidated by it. Don't be ashamed to ask for help when you need it.
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Summer Research

May - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

The experience I gain doing all the research.

What I wish was different

More time with mentor.

Advice

Don't give up or be frustrated if things don't work out for the first time.
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Researcher

June - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I enjoyed learning from a faculty mentor the best methods for designing and conducting research. It made me decided to apply for graduate school.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to meet face-to-face with my professor. I also needed an outline of expectations for the type of product I delivered at the end. As a new independent researcher, I felt I could have done better.

Advice

If you can do research, DO IT! It is incredible to learn from a credentialed academic.
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Skylab Assistant

October 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Able to study while working. Flexible hours. Very friendly environment. Perfect setup for a part time job while full time enrolled.

What I wish was different

Nothing.

Advice

Take time to learn how to use the adobe sweet.
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Research Assistant

April 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I liked my boss and autonomy.

What I wish was different

I wish I could have started sooner.

Advice

Speak up when talking with your mentor.
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Customer Service Representative

June 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I love the environment that UWF has created at the Health and Leisure Services building. My fellow staff members and bosses are so supportive and helpful whenever I need them.

What I wish was different

I wish I could get more hours at times. I can’t always get as many shifts as I would like to each week.

Advice

It’s not a difficult job so make sure you’re doing everything that you’re asked to do and do a good job.
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Orientation Leader

October 2017 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Meeting all of the incoming students and getting to represent UWF in a positive way

What I wish was different

I wish I had more time to work with the students to develop and mentor them to be leaders at UWF

Advice

Maintain a positive attitude and how off your Argo Spirit!
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Camp Assistant

June - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I enjoyed the teaching experience with kids of different ages. I also enjoyed that every week had a different theme, so one week could be spent cooking while the next week could be programming robots!

What I wish was different

I wish that there could be one week where the kids didn't make slime.

Advice

Don't wear nice clothes.
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Research Assistant

May - August 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

I liked getting to work on new research and learning new skills.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Splash Guard (Orientation Leader)

October 2017 - August 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Connecting with the incoming freshman class and building my leadership skills

What I wish was different

I wish it could’ve lasted longer

Advice

Be yourself, be outgoing and positive
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Athletics compliance Intern

May 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

It was an amazing hands on experience. The staff was extremely friendly and willing to challenge me right away so I can better myself and get valuable experience in the field. Also, being a college student they were very flexible with my schedule and allowed me to work as many hours as I wanted.

What I wish was different

Advice

Ask questions. In the field of compliance, there is hundreds of rules and many minor details that you must pay attenetion to. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, and take on whatever challenges come your way.
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Fitness monitor

May 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Loved that it was all people my age and we were like a family.

What I wish was different

I wish more people would come to work out.

Advice

Do it! it’s a great way to meet new people.
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Environmental Scientist Intern

May - August 2019 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Working within a group under the mentorship of a professor

What I wish was different

More time to accomplish more data collection and analysis

Advice

Communicate efficiently with group members especially about schedules
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Circulation Assistant

August 2017 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Professional atmosphere in an environment fit for career development

What I wish was different

Advice

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Argo Adventure Kids Camp Counselor

May - August 2018 • Pensacola, FL

What I liked

Very organized, supervisors really listened to the comments and concerns from counselors

What I wish was different

nothing

Advice

Get out of your comfort zone - don't be afraid to look silly or play withe the campers
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Pool Lifeguard

September 2018 • Univ of West Florida, FL

What I liked

I liked the flexible hours.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

It was hard work but I got a lot of money.
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